The result of turbulence within the water (fluids) and the resistance along the inside wall of fire hose or pipe.

Spring action check valve usually used at the lower end of suction hose often incorporating a strainer.

The yarn that interlaces with the warp yarn to produce a woven jacket.

A single continuous strand of indefinite length, such as manmade polyester. Compared to stable fibers such as cotton, a filament possesses extreme length and often may be measured in thousands of yards without a break.

The amount of force required to compress a sample hose, or the amount of force to turn a sample hose around a roller drum.

The formation of a desired shape by ejecting through a shaped opening.

Thin brass or aluminum ring that is used to seat the hose jacket to the coupling and hose bowl gasket forming a secure, watertight seal.

Act of eroding or wearing away of a surface by the impingement of abrasive materials.

Gasoline, or other fuel-powered machine that drives a pump, transmission, or other device.

One thread of the warp, either before weaving or in the jacket.