Food Grade Hoses - Hose Couplings and Petroleum Products
Marine food-grade hoses and petroleum-product hoses are flexible transfer assemblies selected for compatibility with food liquids, oils, fuels, or chemicals. Assemblies commonly include sanitary, cam-and-groove, threaded, flanged, or dry-disconnect couplings.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Food Grade Hoses |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Hose Couplings and Petroleum Products |
| Product Reference | 1113 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Dixon Valve, Parker Hannifin, Alfagomma |
| Unit of Measure | Meter or Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Food-contact hoses may use FDA- or EU-compliant liners |
| 2. Petroleum hoses use oil- and fuel-resistant elastomers |
| 3. Available with sanitary, cam-and-groove, threaded, or flanged ends |
| 4. Suitable for suction, discharge, bunkering, loading, or transfer service |
| 5. Hose assemblies require correct pressure, temperature, size, and media compatibility |
Applications of Food Grade Hoses
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Transfer of food liquids and potable or process fluids |
| 2. Marine bunkering and transfer of diesel, fuel oil, and lubricating oil |
| 3. Cargo, tank-cleaning, loading, and unloading operations |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Cam-and-Groove Type C Coupling | Dixon Valve |
| Cam-and-Groove Type A Coupling | Dixon Valve |
| Sanitary Tri-Clamp Hose Coupling | Alfagomma |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food-grade hose assembly | Food-contact compliance | FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 or EU food-contact compliance, subject to hose construction | — |
| Petroleum transfer hose assembly | Typical hose standard | EN 1765 for oil suction and discharge hose assemblies | — |
| Cam-and-groove coupling | Connection standard | EN 14420-7 or equivalent cam-and-groove configuration | — |
| Marine hose assembly | Nominal size | Selected according to vessel piping and transfer system requirements | — |
| Marine hose assembly | Working pressure | Specified by the hose and coupling manufacturer for the complete assembly | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Applicable requirements may include FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, EC 1935/2004, EU 10/2011, EN 1765 for oil suction and discharge hoses, EN 14420-7 for cam-and-groove couplings, and OCIMF GMPHOM requirements where applicable to marine transfer hoses. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Class approval is application- and assembly-specific. DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, and ClassNK may accept or approve marine hose assemblies when required by vessel notation, cargo system, or transfer operation. Manufacturer documentation and certificates must be verified. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Confirm media compatibility, nominal bore, pressure, temperature, bend radius, and coupling type before installation. Use correctly rated clamps or ferrules, avoid twisting and sharp bends, and pressure-test the complete assembly before service. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect regularly for cuts, abrasion, blistering, leakage, coupling damage, and liner deterioration. Keep hoses capped and clean, prevent kinking, and replace assemblies at the manufacturer's recommended interval or after failed inspection. |
| Safety Notes | Depressurize, drain, and isolate the line before disconnecting. Use bonding or grounding where static electricity may occur, especially during petroleum transfer. Never exceed the lowest pressure or temperature rating of the hose, coupling, or connected equipment. |
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