The term surplus fire hose can have several meanings. Most commonly, people and suppliers use it to refer to used fire hose. Where does the used or surplus fire hose on the market come from? Many large cities, with bigger budgets, replace their fire hose on a more regular basis. While still in service, fire […]
Since 1976, Rawhide Fire Hose has served as a bellows to smooth out the ever-changing lead times from the manufacturers. Manufacturers sell to us and customers buy from us, yet they really do not understand our function in the marketplace. Fire hose supply is cyclical in that there is either not enough or too much […]
Our durable fire supply hoses offer the superior construction needed to fight fires in a variety of settings, including industrial environments. All of our premium-quality, rugged–yet lightweight–fire supply hose meets or exceeds NFPA specifications and, most importantly, meets Rawhide’s standards for excellence—there really is no better brand. Our TH-SUPPLY hoses are available in the following […]
From fire trucks to rescue vehicles to tankers, firefighting equipment supplies have to be built tough to deliver during a fire scenario. Just as professional firefighters rely on quality protective gear, they also need to know that new firefighting equipment such as fire hoses, fire hose nozzles, and portable fire pumps will perform when they […]
We’re all about fire hose here at Rawhide, but have you ever wondered what their history is? You should! Learning about how we went from ox gut to the power house double jacket attack hose is essential to understanding fire engineering and garners an appreciation for the inventors of the ages and those who risked […]
What type of fitting do you need for your job? A reliable hose connection is critical when fighting fire. Understanding which fitting is appropriate for the job is the first step in selecting the correct fire hose connectors and adapters. Fire hose end connectors, commonly referred to as couplings, are made from cast brass or […]
You’ve heard the phrase used before, but what does it really mean for you, the consumer? When a company puts the “Made in the USA” label on its products, that’s an important claim. In the eyes of consumers, it plays on patriotic emotions in a big way, as it should! However, it is very […]
Location is everything! Buying a house or searching for something you need, especially if there is a sense of urgency makes location an important factor. Rawhide Fire Hose, where are you? Your website indicates shipping from 19 locations, so, what’s the deal? Rawhide Fire Hose is headquartered in Wooster, Ohio and is our customer service […]
For the best of times, educate yourself on the difference between polyurethane and EPDM liners so you can save time and money on your application! Single and double jacket fire hoses are essentially an inner liner or tube encased within one or two layers of canvas or polyester covering. EPDM rubber is commonly found […]
The Great Baltimore Fire and how a disaster set the standards in the fire industry. What does a great fire that was extinguished over 112 years ago have to do with today’s fire hose? In 1904, Teddy Roosevelt was President of the United States, Henry Ford and his partner had incorporated the Ford Motor […]
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