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Importance of Hose Grounding

Importance of Hose Grounding   Industrial hoses used in petroleum, chemical, and other volatile applications require the hose to be statically grounded.  This reduces the potential for electrical static build up in the hose by providing a path to ground. All Flextral...

Sewn vs. Welded HVAC Duct Construction

Sewn vs. Welded HVAC Duct Construction   Flextral’s standard HVAC ducting (series DU90 and DU91) are of welded construction.  Welded seems allow our duct to be used in a bi-directional manner.  Meaning, it doesn’t matter which end is connected to the HVAC unit and...

Importance of Phthalate Free Ducting

Importance of Phthalate Free Ducting   Flextral ducting is Phthalate Free!  This is critical in HVAC ducting as not to pollute clean air.  Clean air without contamination from harmful plastic additives is imperative when circulated in confined spaces.  Phthalates are...

Type 1 vs Type 2 Camlock Fittings

Type 1 vs. Type 2 8″ Camlock Fittings   All camlock couplers and grooved mating ends in sizes ¾” – 6” are manufactured in accordance to Mil-A-A59326D. There is no Mil standard for 8” cam and groove couplings, hence there are two styles in today’s market. ...

Full Flow Concrete Fittings

How Do Full Flow Concrete Fittings Work?   Traditional fitting shanks have an outside diameter that is about the same size as the hose internal diameter.  This allows it slide in fairly easily. These fittings then require a crimp sleeve, ferrule, or bands to provide...