Many perceive hoses and fittings to be commodity items; and, as a consequence, they are often poorly specified and installed, then ignored once they have been fitted into machinery.
Attention should be paid, however, as the incorrect specification of hoses and fittings can lead to rapid deterioration with time and can often cause a sudden and catastrophic failure.
Here, Mark Carpenter, Product Manager — Industrial Hose at ERIKS UK, offers nine top tips for the correct specification and maintenance of hoses and fittings, to extend their operational life and avoid costly failure.
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