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7 Things to Provide When Ordering Your Next Hose

7 Things to Provide When Ordering Your Next Hose

Use the S.T.A.M.P.E.D. method to help determine the best solution for your application and extend the life cycle of your hose

Article written by FCX Performance, Inc


When it comes to hoses, the STAMPED method can help us find the most optimal solution for your assembly, such as extending your hose life cycle and ensuring compliance with all your required regulations.

While pressure and temperature are imperative to hose selection, there are several other steps in the STAMPED method that can help in selecting the hose assembly that is safe and compatible for your application.

SIZE 

When it comes to size, it is important to identify overall length and diameter of the hose you will need. This helps ensure that the hose is installed properly and has the proper flow characteristics for your assembly. An incorrectly sized hose can contribute to premature failure due to excessive pressure drops or vibration.

TEMPERATURE

Identifying the temperatures of the production, cleaning process (CIP/SIP), material conveyed and the surrounding environment are also important when it comes to choosing a hose. Knowing the temperature is imperative because the max temperature can reduce the amount of pressure the hose can handle. For instance, as hoses near their maximum temperature rating, the pressure rating decreases.

APPLICATION

It is essential to clarify the environmental conditions in which the hose will be used, as using the wrong hose in an application can lead to premature hose failure. For example, areas with high salt content, fumes in the air or a corrosive environment can impact the type of hose you will need.

MEDIA/MATERIAL

Certain hoses are designed for particular chemicals or other media. Using the wrong hose for the media flowing through it can cause premature hose failure, so make sure to add the type of media to the list of hose specifications.

PRESSURE

Knowing both the maximum working and cleaning pressures are imperative when it comes to hose selection. Using a hose outside of the rated pressure can lead to premature failure. It is also important to include whether your assembly will have any inconsistent pressure spikes, as it can reduce max working pressure (MAWP) and devalue it by 40-50%. Finally, identifying vacuum requirements is also critical because the larger the diameter of the hose, the harder it is to find a full-vacuum rating. Using the incorrect hose in a vacuum service can lead to it collapsing.

ENDS

When it comes to ends, it is important to identify the style, type, orientation, attachment and alignment you need or if different type/size fittings are needed on either end. For example, at FCX we offer sanitary clamp, PFA-encapsulated, flanged, threaded and camlock ends. Having the proper ends on the hose allows it to line up correctly in the assembly and make installation easier. Also, knowing what material the ends need to be made of, such as stainless steel, PFA-encapsulated and special alloys can be critical when it comes to chemical resistance or if they need to meet certain qualifications, such as 3-A.

DELIVERY

Finally, it is critical to let us know if you have any special delivery requirements for your hose shipment. Delivery time can be impacted by materials in stock to complete the assembly or special testing or certifications required. We can work with you to meet delivery requirements.

When going through the STAMPED method, it is important to provide as much information as possible so that we can provide accurate quotes quickly. Following the STAMPED method can provide us with all the information we need to place your order, providing you with effective hose assemblies that are within the applicable safety and compliance guidelines.


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