Layflat Hose

Layflat hoses are collapsible, reinforced flexible hoses - usually PVC, EPDM or NBR - that lie flat when not pressurised. This makes them incredibly space-efficient, lightweight and easy to handle. Ideal for water discharge, irrigation, pumping, dewatering and other fluid transfer applications, layflat hoses combine durability with high flow performance for a broad spectrum of industrial, construction, agricultural and emergency services needs

Integraflex offers the following key variants, each optimised for different pressure requirements and working conditions:

• Blue 4 Bar PVC Layflat Discharge Hose – general-purpose, lightweight and cost-effective.
• Yellow 6 Bar PVC Layflat Discharge Hose – higher pressure capacity, suitable for more demanding water transfer.
• Neptune 10 Bar EPDM Layflat Delivery Hose – robust and weather-resistant for heavy-duty environments.
• Hilcoflex NBR Heavy-Duty 16 Bar Layflat/Drag Hose – premium nitrile rubber, built for the most intensive industrial applications.

Globally, layflat hoses are also categorised as light-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty, TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), nitrile rubber, PE (polyethylene), dredging or fire-hose variants.

Layflat hoses shine across various demanding environments due to their adaptability and strength:

• Agriculture & Irrigation: Perfect for flexible and fast deployment in irrigation and field watering systems
• Dewatering & Construction: Efficiently move large volumes of water from building sites, trenches, or flooded areas
• Mining & Industrial: Durable enough for abrasive conditions, mining dewatering, fluid transfer and remote site operations
• Firefighting & Emergency Services: Rapid deployment and high pressure capacity make them a go-to for emergency response scenarios
• Irrigation Manifolds & Pump Discharge: Often used in drip irrigation systems and pump discharge setups due to low cost, chemical resistance and ease of fitting

Selecting the perfect layflat hose requires evaluating:

• Pressure Rating: Match it to your operational and burst pressure needs - Integraflex ranges from 4 Bar (Blue PVC) up to 16 Bar (NBR heavy-duty).
• Material Compatibility: PVC is ideal for general water use, EPDM is superior for weathering and UV, and NBR handles oils and harsher chemicals.
• Diameter & Length: Ensure sufficient bore size for desired flow and adequate length to reduce pressure loss over distance.
• Durability & Reinforcement: Look for reinforced layers to resist abrasion, UV degradation, rough terrain or frequent handling.
• Fittings & Accessories: Choose compatible couplings — camlock, Storz, leverlock, garden fittings for reliable and leak-free connection.
• Ease of Storage & Handling: Prioritise hoses that collapse flat, roll easily, and resist kinking for efficient logistics