Grant Writing for Volunteer Fire Departments 101
Being a volunteer fire department often means doing a lot with a tight budget. But where do you start in the grant writing process, especially if you don't have a dedicated grant writer on staff?
The Irrigation™ Hose
Irrigation™ (IR)
Unmatched Durability: The IR Hose Setting a New Standard in Irrigation Performance
Snap-tite’s IR is the leading irrigation line in the field. Built to last, the rugged IR hose is constructed of 100% high tenacity yarn, extruded with thru-the-weave polyurethane for incredible strength and long-lasting performance. The liner and cover meet minimum 3,000 psi tensile strength. IR is capable of withstanding exposure to most hydrocarbons, gasoline, oils, alkalis and grease with no effect on performance. It is built for fast deployment and retrieval, saving time and money. IR is portable, easy to store and has a long service life, delivering performance and exceptional value.
Water Transfer
Potable Water Hose
Features & Benefits
- Super tough and ozone-resistant, showing no signs of cracking of the inner liner or cover when subjected to testing in accordance with ATSM D1149-64, 100 PPHM/122°F/70 hours.
- Hose remains flexible at temperatures as low as -60oF (-51oC) and is five times more abrasion resistant than conventional rubber hose.
- Designed for maximum service life and low operating cost for greater value.
- Manufactured in accordance with NFPA 1960 Standard, latest edition within our ISO-9001:2015
certified quality assurance system.
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