The hose are manufactured from multi-layers of polypropylene fabric and film with a weatherproof and abrasion resistant outer cover. The hose layers are held and tensioned between internal and external wire helices. Computer-aided design has resulted in exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and extreme flexibility, giving the hoses excellent handling characteristics. Thes ensures ready operator acceptan e and encourages good usage practice. All hoses comply with international standards including EN13765:2003, BS3492(1987)AX + BX and BS5842(1980), and can be supplied with factory-fitted end connections to the customer's requirements.