There are various ends and fittings that can be attached to a slurry hose to attach it to another section of hose, attach to the pump itself, along with many more uses.
Couplings are used to connect two pieces of hose or pipe together into one single unit. Couplings consist of flanged metallic segments which are mounted directly to the hose. Hose couplings are also standardized, allowing you to swap out sections of hose or pipe easily. Multiple couplings could be used to extend the length of the hose as needed. Since couplings do not come into direct contact with the material, they can generally be reused when replacing hoses.
Gaskets are also used with slurry hoses to help completely seal the couplings, ensuring no leaks are formed, while maintaining the inner diameter of the hose, thereby reducing turbulence and irregular flow caused by uneven diameters.
All flanges and couplings are classed based on their composition, usually iron or steel, along with the type of bolts or screws used for the fittings. Each class varies, depending on factors such as temperature, operating pressure, and dimensions. Most slurry hoses use ANSI (American National Standards Institute) class flanges, which are standardized across the industry.
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