year-round, they are subject to the elements. Just
the wind will cause wear by friction and possible
snagging, which can lead to PVC tubing failure.
Parts catalogs will describe the external and
internal temperature extremes a hose can withstand.
When selecting hoses, make sure to account for
the extreme temperatures to which they may be
exposed. Certain applications can expose hoses to
extreme cold (like anhydrous ammonia applications
at -40ºF) and extreme heat (like hydraulic
applications approaching 180ºF).
The clear hoses on
these tanks gauge
the level of fluid
they contain.
Only open the
valve to these hoses
when you want
to check the level
in the tank. If the
hose fails when
the valve is open,
some or all of the
tank’s contents
can be spilled.
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