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From selection to assembly, from standards to maintenance: sourced technical guides on hose and connection technology.

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  1. Water and air

    Which hose is used in a fire hose cabinet?

    Two types of hose are used in building fire hose cabinets. In buildings without trained staff, a cabinet to TS EN 671-1 with a round semi-rigid hose to TS EN 694, 25 mm in diameter and at most 30 m long, is required. In…

  2. Water and air

    How to choose a garden watering hose?

    For a garden watering hose, first choose the inside diameter and length according to the distance the water has to travel; then look for a braid-reinforced construction with a UV-resistant outer layer and an opaque inte…

  3. Coupling families

    Camlock guide: how does it work, how to choose?

    A camlock is a quick, tool-free coupling in which a male adapter and a female coupler are joined by closing the arms. When choosing, temperature, material, maximum working pressure and manufacturing quality are assessed…

  4. Clamps and fastening

    What is a LOC type clamp and where is it used?

    A LOC type clamp is a fastening element with a circular body fitted with a locking collar and a screw mechanism; it does not slip off the fitting or camlock it is mounted on. It is usually made of 316 stainless steel, a…

  5. Coupling families

    Camlock gaskets: silicone, Viton and NBR

    Camlock gaskets are made of silicone, Viton and NBR. Silicone offers flexibility and high temperature resistance, Viton resistance to aggressive chemicals, and NBR an economical solution for water, oil and gas; the choi…