Blog Category - Custom OEM Hose

Lead time delays have been a top concern of sourcing, purchasing, and logistics teams all over the manufacturing world since the pandemic began. Finding the right parts at the right price with the right lead times is far more difficult than in any time in recent memory. Long, overseas supply chains add further complexity to […]

Tubing, whether durable or disposable, or made of rubber or plastic, are important parts of many medical devices. Depending on the application, they may be made of single use plastic for hygienic reasons. On the other hand, rubber tubing or that made from more durable plastic construction is designed to be durable and so are […]

Flexible rubber bellows or expansion joints are an integral part of industrial equipment that can be found in machines in nearly every industry. These flexible rubber bellows are used to prevent the rod, piston, or other moving elements from frictional damage, contamination, and/or creating a safety issue. Given the importance of the part and demands […]

Although medical-grade tubing and hoses look similar to several other industrial hoses and tubes, they can differ in several ways to meet the specific requirements of medical device manufacturers and hospitals. Some tubes need to meet stringent FDA requirements but many applications do not. Choosing the tube or hose for a medical application is not […]

Flexible plastic tubing and hoses are commonly found in almost every major industry including automotive, power, medical, military and agriculture. Applications vary widely, but the most popular are gas and liquid transfer, material handling, blower, intake, and vacuum. Made using plastic compounds with varying degrees of flexibility and rigidity, they have revolutionized the ways liquid […]

Technology is constantly changing our world, and the need for higher performance and customized hoses, tubing, bellows, and sleeves has increased because of it. The good news is that finding a custom solution to your design challenges has never been easier thanks to Crushproof Tubing Company. They allow you to design these custom hoses from […]

There are myriad applications for rubber hoses when it comes to fluid, gas, or material transfer across industries. Made to meet your custom specifications, they can be found in the automotive, construction, food, medical, chemical, petroleum, and agricultural industries, just to name a few. Each of these industries has diverse requirements, and hence ‘one size […]

As industrial equipment gets more complex and powerful, the demand for robust industrial hoses for critical applications is growing. As an engineer or operator, it is imperative to choose the right hose to maximize performance and safety while minimizing costs. However, finding the right rubber hose for applications is often a daunting task for the […]

Whether for a diesel engine or industrial blower assembly, air intakes in the 3″ to 6″ ID range can pose some unique challenges for designers. There can be negative pressure issues, bend concerns, mating and connection problems, temperature extremes, or flow rate demands, just to name a few. A great solution to these common issues […]

As safety standards become more stringent and engineers and product designers look for more durable and versatile components, flame retardant materials have become more popular. A common standard for polymers is the UL94 burn rating. The purpose of that is to qualify how a material handles open flame and in what manner it does or […]