M
ost discussions about fertilizer or pesticide application equipment focus
on tank construction and size, pump output, boom design, nozzle type,
and electronic components. But there is little thought or discussion of
hoses, which are integral parts of the spraying system on all application
equipment.
When worn-out hoses fail or don’t work, it becomes very clear how
important those inexpensive parts can be. Factor in the time it takes to
find and install a replacement, to clean up any spills, and to reschedule
the rest of the day’s work, and costs for neglecting hoses can quickly mount.
If regulatory agencies, the news media, or insurance companies become
involved, that seemingly insignificant hose can become a real problem
that one will never forget.
The bottom line is that using the correct hoses and inspecting them
routinely are the cornerstones to managing these “arteries” of application
equipment.
This publication:
1.
Describes design characteristics to look for to correctly select a hose
2.
Offers inspection guidelines to determine when a hose, clamp, or
fitting should be replaced
Follow the recommendations in this publication and reduce the
accidents and downtime hose failures cause.
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