Suction hose is used in certain critical situations and provides great convenience to firefighters as well as other staff. Today, ORIENTFLEX introduce you to the suction hose.
What is a suction hose?
Suction hoses, sometimes called ‘hard suction hoses’, are a semi-rigid hose, often made from a flexible PVC that encases a rigid PVC helix. They operate under negative pressures, which means that a suction hose draws water from an unpressurised (or static) water source. This is known as a drafting operation.
Benefits of PVC Suction hose:
Using our PVC suction hose offers many benefits. These benefits include the following:
1.Lightweight, yet high strength water suction
2.Helical wire between four spirals of high strength synthetic cord gives full vacuum yet ease of handling and excellent flexibility
3.Tube and cover consist of E.P.D.M. rubber for abrasion and weathering resistance
4.Economical and transparent construction
5.Smooth or convoluted outer cover
Our hoses can be used for suction of water from flooding regions:
Suction hoses are used as an attachment to a water pump for flooding. The motor in the pump creates a vacuum, which pulls the water up the hose. A hard suction hose is sturdy, and can withstand large quantities of water if well-maintained.
For instance, suction hose filters prevent loose debris from entering and damaging the hose. We’ve written on how to deal with flood water damage in an earlier blog post, and we’d recommend looking at that to find out the best practices when faced with a flooding crisis. It includes details on preventative measures as well as how to make use of other products to help avoid long-lasting water damage.