| Water Intake, Irrigation and Drainage | Fresh water, irrigation water, wastewater and non-aggressive liquids | Soft-wall PVC or rubber hose with spiral reinforcement; abrasion-resistant cover for construction sites | 25–300 mm inside diameter | Usually 3–10 bar, depending on diameter and reinforcement | Commonly approximately −20°C to +60°C; confirm the compound and service conditions | Product-specific pressure, vacuum and dimensional testing; drinking-water approval where potable water is involved | Vacuum resistance, kink resistance, lay-flat performance, coupling quality and abrasion resistance |
| Petroleum Transfer and Fuel Delivery | Diesel, gasoline, lubricating oils and selected petroleum-based products | Oil-resistant synthetic rubber tube with textile or steel-wire reinforcement and static-dissipative cover | 25–250 mm inside diameter | Typically 10–20 bar; suction service requires a rated vacuum specification | Often approximately −30°C to +80°C; fuel type and aromatic content affect compatibility | EN 1765 for rubber hose assemblies for oil suction and discharge; static-control and fire-safety requirements may apply | Electrical continuity, fuel compatibility, bend radius, vacuum rating, hydrostatic testing and assembly traceability |
| Chemical Transfer | Acids, alkalis, solvents, alcohols and other industrial chemicals | Chemical-resistant EPDM, UPE, PTFE-lined or other application-specific rubber construction with suitable reinforcement | 19–250 mm inside diameter | Commonly 10–16 bar; actual rating depends on chemical, temperature and hose design | Typical ranges are approximately −30°C to +100°C, with PTFE designs supporting higher temperatures in some applications | EN 12115 for rubber and thermoplastics hoses for liquid or gaseous chemicals; chemical compatibility data is essential | Liner compatibility, permeation resistance, electrical properties, vacuum performance, batch testing and material declarations |
| Food, Beverage and Sanitary Processing | Water, milk, juice, edible oils, wine, beer and liquid food ingredients | Smooth, non-toxic EPDM, silicone or thermoplastic elastomer tube with hygienic, easy-to-clean reinforcement | 19–150 mm inside diameter | Usually 6–16 bar, subject to temperature, cleaning cycle and connection design | Approximately −30°C to +120°C; steam-cleaning capability must be specifically verified | Food-contact regulations such as FDA or EU requirements; hygienic design and cleaning validation may also be required | Smooth bore, low extractables, odor and taste neutrality, sanitary fittings, cleaning-in-place capability and documentation |
| Marine, Dockside and Ship-to-Shore Transfer | Seawater, ballast water, fuel, chemicals and other marine-service liquids | Heavy-duty rubber hose with textile or wire reinforcement, weather-resistant cover and corrosion-resistant end connections | 50–600 mm inside diameter | Typically 10–20 bar for liquid transfer; special marine systems may require higher ratings | Commonly approximately −30°C to +80°C; ozone, saltwater and sunlight resistance are important | Marine classification, port regulations, EN 1765 for oil service where applicable, and project-specific inspection requirements | Flotation or buoyancy options, surge resistance, bend radius, end termination, inspection records and field-repair support |
| Mining, Quarrying and Slurry Handling | Water with sand, mineral slurry, tailings and abrasive solids | Thick abrasion-resistant rubber tube with heavy textile or steel reinforcement and reinforced end areas | 38–600 mm inside diameter | Usually 10–25 bar, depending on diameter, reinforcement and slurry density | Commonly approximately −30°C to +80°C; high-temperature slurry requires a dedicated compound | Application-specific abrasion, pressure, vacuum and impulse tests; mining-site safety requirements may apply | Tube abrasion index, minimum bend radius, weight, wear indicators, coupling retention and replacement availability |
| Construction, Concrete and Cement | Concrete, cement slurry, grout, aggregate and dry cement powder | Heavy-duty wear-resistant rubber or thermoplastic hose; anti-static construction for pneumatic powder conveying | 25–125 mm inside diameter | Typically 40–85 bar for concrete placement; lower ratings apply to many slurry and suction hoses | Usually approximately −30°C to +80°C; concrete temperature and curing conditions must be considered | Concrete delivery and pneumatic conveying requirements; pressure testing and safety procedures for assemblies | Burst-pressure margin, coupling safety, anti-whip restraints, abrasion resistance, flexibility and routine inspection guidance |
| Industrial Air, Dust and Powder Conveying | Compressed air, dust, powders, pellets and granular materials | Abrasion-resistant thermoplastic or rubber tube with anti-static or electrically conductive construction when required | 19–150 mm inside diameter | Approximately 6–20 bar for common industrial service; pneumatic conveying pressure depends on the system | Typically approximately −30°C to +80°C; hot-air applications require heat-rated materials | Electrical continuity or resistance testing where static control is required; application-specific pressure and abrasion testing | Static dissipation, tube wear, airflow efficiency, cleanability, crush resistance and suitability for explosive-dust environments |
| Aircraft Refueling and Aviation Ground Support | Aviation turbine fuel and approved aviation-service fluids | Fuel-resistant, low-permeation rubber hose with static-control properties and aviation-approved couplings | 25–100 mm inside diameter | Commonly 10–20 bar, subject to the refueling system and applicable aviation specification | Often approximately −30°C to +70°C; fuel compatibility and low-temperature flexibility are critical | EN ISO 1825 and applicable aviation-fueling specifications; electrical bonding and cleanliness requirements are important | Fuel cleanliness, electrical continuity, dimensional stability, kink resistance, inspection interval and complete traceability |
| Firefighting and Emergency Water Supply | Fresh water, seawater and fire-suppression solutions where chemically compatible | Flexible rubber or thermoplastic hose with abrasion-resistant cover, high-strength reinforcement and secure couplings | 25–300 mm inside diameter | Approximately 10–40 bar for many systems; confirm the required service and burst ratings | Typically approximately −20°C to +60°C; flame-resistant or heat-resistant options may be required | Applicable fire-service, hose-assembly, pressure-testing and local regulatory requirements | Rapid deployment, coupling security, abrasion resistance, pressure retention, storage life and inspection procedures |
| Hot Water, Steam and Temperature-Intensive Service | Hot water, saturated steam, cleaning solutions and selected thermal fluids | Heat-resistant EPDM or specialty rubber with steam-rated reinforcement and cover | 19–100 mm inside diameter | Commonly 6–18 bar; steam pressure and temperature must be evaluated together | Hot-water service may reach approximately +120°C; saturated-steam ratings can be lower or higher depending on design | Manufacturer steam-service rating, pressure-temperature testing and application-specific safety requirements | Steam rating, cover heat resistance, ozone resistance, bend radius, coupling compatibility and replacement intervals |