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Back in January of 2017, we published a blog about the benefits of silicone over rubber. Lately, we’ve had a number of inquiries asking us which holds up better for hoses, whether silicone or rubber does, for a number of applications. So we decided it’s time to revisit this important topic and once again go over the benefits of using silicone hoses in everything from biotech to manufacturing. Silicone Holds Up Better In High Temperatures Silicone is designed to withstand weather …

Silicone hoses are flexible, strong, durable, and applicable in many environments where other connectors simply won’t work. If you’re considering getting silicone hoses for your industry uses, take a moment to read our brief overview to familiarize yourself (or become reacquainted) with this useful technology.Silicone Hose Measurements MatterBefore you place an order, find out if the hoses are sold per item or by length. Don’t get confused by measurement units; if you expect that you’re ordering …

What makes silicone hoses different from other hose types?Whether you’re using hoses for auto detailing, manufacturing, home brewing or anything else, there are many different hose types to choose from. One of the best hose types for these and many other applications, though, is silicone, and there are many reasons why. To help you understand the difference that silicone hoses can make, the professionals at Flex Technologies have outlined the features of silicone hoses in the following list:Low …