Description
The EPDM Food Suction and Discharge Hose is specifically designed for safe and hygienic suction and discharge of a wide range of non-oily food products. Manufactured with EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber, this hose is ideal for handling liquids such as water, juices, beverages, and other foodstuffs in various food processing industries. Its robust construction ensures excellent resistance to heat, weather, and mild chemicals, making it a versatile choice for both indoor and outdoor food handling operations.
1. Construction
- Inner Liner: The inner tube is made from FDA-approved EPDM rubber, which is smooth, non-porous, and resistant to a variety of water-based food substances, ensuring sanitary conditions. The smooth surface also aids in preventing contamination and allows easy cleaning.
- Reinforcement: The hose is reinforced with high-tensile synthetic textile plies and a steel wire helix, which enables the hose to withstand both suction (vacuum) and discharge pressures while maintaining flexibility and strength.
- Outer Cover: The outer cover is made from abrasion-resistant EPDM synthetic rubber, which offers protection from ozone, UV rays, and general wear and tear, ensuring long-lasting durability in demanding environments.
2. Standard Sizes
- Inner Diameter: Available in various sizes ranging from 1 inch (25mm) to 4 inches (102mm), depending on the application.
- Length: Typically offered in standard lengths of 10 meters to 20 meters, with custom lengths available upon request.
3. Working Pressure
- Suitable for medium-pressure applications, with a typical working pressure range of 10 to 20 bars (145 to 290 psi), depending on the hose’s diameter and construction.
4. Vacuum Rating
- Designed for full vacuum operations, with a vacuum rating of 29 inches of mercury (Hg), making it ideal for suction and discharge tasks.
5. Temperature Range
- Operates effectively in a wide temperature range, typically from -40°C to 120°C (-40°F to 248°F), making it suitable for transferring both cold and hot food products.
6. End Fittings
- Available with food-grade stainless steel fittings, such as tri-clamp, threaded, or flanged options, to ensure secure, leak-free, and hygienic connections. The fittings are designed to meet sanitary standards and can be easily cleaned and maintained.
- Custom fittings can be added as per specific application requirements.
7. Performance Characteristics
- Food-Grade Quality: The EPDM inner liner complies with FDA and European food safety standards, making it suitable for handling non-oily food products such as beverages, water, juices, and dairy products.
- Suction and Discharge Capability: The hose is designed for both vacuum and pressure applications, ensuring reliable performance in suction and discharge operations.
- Chemical and Heat Resistance: EPDM provides excellent resistance to heat, steam, and a wide range of chemicals, making it suitable for cleaning operations using hot water or steam.
- Abrasion and Weather Resistance: The durable outer cover protects the hose from environmental elements such as ozone and UV rays, ensuring long-term use in outdoor and industrial environments.
- Flexibility: Despite its heavy-duty construction, the hose remains flexible and easy to handle during operation, making it convenient for use in food processing and transportation.
- Sanitary Design: The smooth inner surface ensures cleanliness, minimizes contamination risks, and simplifies cleaning, making it ideal for hygienic food handling.
8. Applications
- Used for the suction and discharge of non-oily food products, including water, beverages, juices, and dairy products, in food processing plants, dairies, breweries, and other food and beverage industries.
- Commonly used for loading and unloading of tank trucks in the food and beverage industry, as well as in stationary food processing systems.
- Ideal for in-plant operations where both suction and discharge of food products are necessary.
- Suitable for outdoor use due to its weather-resistant cover.
9. Certifications
The manufacturer of the products supplied by Precision Hoses Pty Ltd is certified under the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System, ensuring a consistent commitment to quality. Additionally, the manufacturer’s products have achieved key industry certifications, including the BV Certificate, CE Certificate, ECM Certificate, and CCS Certificate, awarded in 2010. These certifications highlight the exceptional standards of the products we resell, providing our customers with confidence in their reliability and performance.
The EPDM Food Suction and Discharge Hose is a durable, food-grade hose designed for safe and sanitary transfer of non-oily food products. Its EPDM rubber construction provides excellent resistance to heat, chemicals, and weather, making it ideal for various food and beverage processing applications, including suction and discharge operations in dairies, breweries, and food plants.
10. Available Sizes
Specifications for EPDM Hose (150 psi)
| Item Code | I.D. (mm) | I.D. (inch) | O.D. (mm) | W.P. (bar) | W.P. (psi) | B.P. (bar) | B.P. (psi) | Weight (kg/m) | Max Length (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPDM-FDSD019-150 | 19 | 3/4″ | 30.8 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 0.68 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD025-150 | 25 | 1″ | 36.8 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 0.85 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD032-150 | 32 | 1-1/4″ | 44.8 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 1.13 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD038-150 | 38 | 1-1/2″ | 51.4 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 1.41 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD045-150 | 45 | 1-3/4″ | 58.4 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 1.62 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD051-150 | 51 | 2″ | 64.4 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 1.81 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD057-150 | 57 | 2-1/4″ | 71.4 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 2.13 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD064-150 | 64 | 2-1/2″ | 78.4 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 2.36 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD076-150 | 76 | 3″ | 90.8 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 2.85 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD102-150 | 102 | 4″ | 119.2 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 4.70 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD152-150 | 152 | 6″ | 171.6 | 10 | 150 | 30 | 450 | 7.60 | 40 |
Specifications for EPDM Hose (230 psi)
| Item Code | I.D. (mm) | I.D. (inch) | O.D. (mm) | W.P. (bar) | W.P. (psi) | B.P. (bar) | B.P. (psi) | Weight (kg/m) | Max Length (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPDM-FDSD019-230 | 19 | 3/4″ | 30.8 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 0.68 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD025-230 | 25 | 1″ | 36.8 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 0.85 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD032-230 | 32 | 1-1/4″ | 45.2 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 1.13 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD038-230 | 38 | 1-1/2″ | 51.8 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 1.42 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD045-230 | 45 | 1-3/4″ | 59.2 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 1.69 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD051-230 | 51 | 2″ | 65.2 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 1.89 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD057-230 | 57 | 2-1/4″ | 71.8 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 2.20 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD064-230 | 64 | 2-1/2″ | 78.8 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 2.44 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD076-230 | 76 | 3″ | 93.2 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 3.28 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD102-230 | 102 | 4″ | 120.4 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 4.81 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD152-230 | 152 | 6″ | 174.8 | 16 | 230 | 48 | 690 | 8.78 | 40 |
Specifications for EPDM Hose (300 psi)
| ITEM CODE | I.D (mm) | I.D (inch) | O.D (mm) | W.P (bar) | W.P (psi) | B.P (bar) | B.P (psi) | WEIGHT (kg/m) | MAX LENGTH (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPDM-FDSD019-300 | 19 | 3/4″ | 31.6 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 0.73 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD025-300 | 25 | 1″ | 37.6 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 0.90 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD032-300 | 32 | 1-1/4″ | 47.4 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 1.40 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD038-300 | 38 | 1-1/2″ | 54.0 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 1.71 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD045-300 | 45 | 1-3/4″ | 61.0 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 1.98 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD051-300 | 51 | 2″ | 67.8 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 2.20 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD057-300 | 57 | 2-1/4″ | 73.8 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 2.42 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD064-300 | 64 | 2-1/2″ | 84.2 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 3.30 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD076-300 | 76 | 3″ | 96.2 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 3.82 | 40 |
| EPDM-FDSD102-300 | 102 | 4″ | 123.8 | 20 | 300 | 60 | 900 | 5.66 | 40 |
Note: Specifications, pressures, colours, etc. can be customized according to requirements.
