FOOD GRADE STEEL WIRE HOSE
ood Grade Steel Wire Hoses are designed for the safe transfer of food, beverages, and potable water. These hoses combine the flexibility and durability of PVC or other suitable materials with the strength of embedded steel wire reinforcement. They comply with food safety standards to ensure that they do not impart any taste or odor to the contents being transferred.
Specification
- Material:
- Hose: Food-grade Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), polyurethane, or silicone.
- Reinforcement: Embedded high-tensile steel wire helix.
- Lining: Smooth food-grade material that is resistant to contamination.
- Properties:
- Inner Diameter: Typically ranges from 6 mm to 150 mm.
- Wall Thickness: Varies based on the inner diameter and specific application requirements.
- Pressure Rating: Can range from 10 bar to 20 bar, depending on the hose size and construction.
- Temperature Range: -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to 158°F), with some variations suitable for temperatures up to +100°C (212°F).
- Bend Radius: Flexible, with a small bend radius depending on hose size and material.
- Length:
- Standard lengths are typically 30 meters or 50 meters per roll, but can be customized as per requirements.
- Color:
- Generally transparent to allow visual inspection of the contents, but can also be available in other colors like white or custom colors upon request.
- Finish:
- Smooth interior surface to ensure ease of cleaning and to prevent bacterial growth.
- Smooth or slightly corrugated outer surface for enhanced flexibility and durability.
Classification
- By Diameter:
- Small Diameter: 6 mm to 25 mm.
- Medium Diameter: 26 mm to 100 mm.
- Large Diameter: 101 mm to 150 mm.
- By Application:
- Water Transfer: Suitable for potable water and other beverages.
- Food and Beverage: Designed for the safe transfer of various food products, including milk, juices, wines, and other beverages.
- Pharmaceutical: Used in pharmaceutical applications where hygiene and safety are paramount.
Description
- Applications:
- Water and Beverage Supply: Ideal for transferring potable water, juices, wine, beer, and other beverages.
- Dairy Industry: Used for milk transfer in dairy processing plants.
- Food Processing: Suitable for conveying food ingredients in food processing plants.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Used in pharmaceutical manufacturing for transferring ingredients and products that require a high level of cleanliness and safety.
- Advantages:
- Food Safety Compliance: Meets FDA, EU, and other food safety standards to ensure safe contact with food and beverages.
- Transparency: Transparent construction allows for visual inspection of the material flow.
- Durability: The embedded steel wire provides strength and prevents kinking or collapsing under pressure.
- Flexibility: Despite its strength, the hose remains flexible, allowing for easy handling and installation.
- Chemical Resistance: Resistant to many food-grade chemicals and cleaning agents.
- Easy to Clean: Smooth inner surface prevents buildup and allows for easy cleaning, reducing the risk of contamination.
- Limitations:
- Temperature Limitations: Performance can be affected at extreme temperatures, particularly at high temperatures.
- Handling: Requires careful handling to avoid damage to the steel wire reinforcement.
- Cost: Slightly more expensive than standard non-food grade hoses due to the specialized materials and compliance requirements.
- Maintenance and Care:
- Regularly inspect for signs of wear, abrasion, or damage.
- Clean with appropriate food-safe cleaning agents and ensure thorough rinsing to prevent contamination.
- Store in a clean, cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and harsh environmental conditions to extend the life of the hose.
- Ensure proper handling to avoid kinking or excessive bending, which can compromise the hose’s structural integrity.
