Tuesday May 5th, 2026

What’s New at Snap-tite, and What’s Staying Strong

At Snap-tite Hose, continuous improvement is the name of the game. Making meaningful improvements that help you do your job better, faster, and safer is a top priority. That’s why we’ve rolled out some new updates to enhance how you spec, source, and trust your hose, while doubling down on the values that built our reputation.

What’s New 

A New Chapter with West Broad Apparel 

Did you catch the launch live at FDIC? We’re proud to announce our new partnership with West Broad Apparel Company, home of the original hose hat. Moving forward, every West Broad patch will be made using Snap-tite hose jacket. 

As part of our ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, we’re always looking for ways to reduce scrap and waste. This partnership is a natural fit, bringing together two brands committed to American-made craftsmanship while advancing our sustainability efforts.  

Want to get your hands on the new Snap-tite Hose x West Broad hose hat? Click here! 

West Broad

A Smarter Website Experience 

Getting what you need shouldn’t slow you down. That’s why we’ve introduced a new “Add to Cart” feature on our website. 

  • Build a wishlist of products

  • Submit for a quote in just a few clicks

  • Receive pricing directly to your email from the sales representative in your region 

It’s faster, cleaner, and designed around how departments actually purchase gear. 

 

PA Proud 

We’re leaning into our roots. Being Pennsylvania Proud means a real commitment to the communities, departments, and firefighters who count on us every day. That’s why we launched the PA Proud Program, giving Pennsylvania fire departments the chance to evaluate hose in real-world conditions, access special distributor pricing, and take advantage of benefits like free statewide shipping on orders over $5,000 and PA Proud branding materials. Running from April 1 through June 30, 2026, the program is open to both new and existing users and is built to strengthen local fire service while supporting Pennsylvania manufacturing. 

“Pennsylvania firefighters deserve equipment built with the same pride and resilience they bring to every call,”said Snap-tite CEO James Novinsky. “That is our promise.”  

Want to learn more?  

Become PA Proud

A Stronger Push on Heat Resistance 

We’re doubling down on one of the most critical fire hose performance factors: heat resistance. 
Heat resistance buys you time; time to advance, control the scene, make smart decisions, and protect your crew. 

When it comes to hose performance, the real difference is how long it can withstand extreme conditions before failure. That’s where we’re focused: engineering hose built to outlast anything else on the market, including products beyond Warrior™, the only UL-listed Type 1 hose in the world. 

Just one example, Gladiator FG 1-3/4” has been proven to last up to 8x longer than competing hose in independent UL-19 radiant heat testing. 

When it matters most, how much are you willing to gamble? 

Heat

What’s Staying the Same 

American-Made, Always 

Our hose is built here in the U.S., with tight control over materials, manufacturing, and quality. That’s not changing. 

 

Quick Ship 

When you need hose, you need it now, not a year from now. Our quick-ship capabilities remain a cornerstone of how we serve departments across the country. 

 

A Customer Service Team That Delivers 

Questions, quotes, support, we’ve got a team that knows the product and understands the job. You won’t get passed around or left waiting.  

 

ISO-Certified Quality 

Consistency matters. Our ISO-certified processes ensure every hose that leaves our facility meets the same high standard. No shortcuts. No funny business.  

Built for What Matters 

At Snap-tite, we’re continuing to invest in smarter tools, stronger partnerships, and better-performing hose, while staying true to the fundamentals that firefighters count on every day. 

The true difference is in the details, and the benefits you gain when your gear actually holds up. 

Ready to experience the Snap-tite difference for yourself?

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