“Wind Handler WS Large Diameter”
“Aluminum Flex 400”
“Air Ventilator Orange”
“Air Ventilator Black”
“Air Ventilator White”
“PVC Flexduct General Purpose Clear”
“PVC Flexduct General Purpose Blue”
“PVC Flexduct Light-Duty Clear”
“SS-Flex 800”
“Wind Handler WS”
“Wind Handler Insulated TU”
“Wind Handler”
“Tornado Flex Insulated AD”
“Tornado Flex In Sack”
“Tornado Flex”
“PVC Flexduct Light-Duty Blue”
Screw Clamps
Ventilation Ducting
Table of Contents:
1. What Is Ventilation Ducting?
2. Why Is Ventilation Important?
3. What Is the Best Ductwork for Ventilation?
4. Can I Use Flex Hoses for Utility Fans?
5. Should I Use Insulated Flex Hoses for Air Ventilation?
6. PVC Flex Ducts
7. Stainless Steel Ventilation Hoses
8. What Is the Most Efficient Ventilation Duct?
What Is Ventilation Ducting?
Ventilation ducting refers to the system of ducts or hoses designed to circulate fresh air within a building or to transport stale air, fumes, or exhaust out of a building. Ventilation ducts are crucial for utility blowers, air conditioning, and HVAC systems because they ensure a consistent flow of fresh air and provide comfort to everyone within the building. Throughout history, ventilation ducting has evolved from simple ventilation techniques to a complex system of machinery and flexible hoses that is now vital to many commercial and industrial applications. While ventilation ducts serve many sectors, they provide several common health benefits, such as preventing respiratory illnesses and minimizing skin, eye, and sinus irritation, making ventilation ducting a vital function that enriches our lives.
“HVAC Insulated-Flex”
Why Is Ventilation Important?
Ventilation is crucial in maintaining indoor air quality and creating a safe and comfortable environment. It is critical for temperature regulation, humidity control, and removing indoor pollutants and odors that can accumulate within confined spaces. Removing contaminants is extremely important to mention because these pollutants can include allergens, dust, and mold spores, all of which can pose health risks. If these pollutants are not ventilated out of a room and lingered, it can lead to a buildup of indoor pollutants and increased humidity. Both can develop problems, such as unpleasant odors, molds, mildew growth, and health problems, such as allergies, asthma, headaches, and general discomfort. Ventilating these contaminants out of buildings with steady and reliable ductwork reduces the likelihood of respiratory problems, allergies, and other health issues from developing. In addition, ventilating fresh, clean air into the building can create a clean, healthy environment that can contribute to the overall well-being of the people inside.
“HVAC Insulated-Flex”
“HVAC Insulated-Flex”
- Ideal for use for permanent and mobile air condition units
- Compressible and easy to transport
- Insulation maintains temperature of air inside hose
- Provides acoustical as well as thermal insulation
The “HVAC Insulated-Flex” hose is a superb choice for HVAC air duct use. These ducts for air conditioning applications are double-ply insulated flexible hoses that are made of aluminum foil and PET film layers. Each HVAC flexible duct is insulated with glass wool material. This product is beneficial to consumers because of its affordable price point. It is definitely a more cost-effective HVAC ducting option than other competing hoses. It will also look good in any setting that it is placed in thanks to the shiny silver insulation material on the outside of the hose.
The insulated nature of this portable air conditioner hose allows it to operate in both high and low temperatures. The double-ply insulated material of this HVAC air duct allows it to function well in temperature ranges between -20° F and 160° F. Whether your application involves the transfer of cold air or hot air, these HVAC ducts for air conditioning uses can maintain their structural integrity with ease. The insulated material also helps maintain the temperature of the air that is present inside the hose.
“Air Ventilator White”
“Air Ventilator Yellow”
What Is the Best Ductwork for Ventilation?
Flexible hoses such as PVC Vinyl-Coated Air Ventilators are among the best ventilation ducting options due to their durable abrasive resistant design to ventilate air in confined spaces. The best choice for ventilation ductwork will depend on various factors such as application, budget, and space constraints. Adjustable, retractable, and compressible, PVC-Vinyl Coated Air Ventilators come in a wide range of weight classes, colors, and insulation options, all of which can withstand extreme temperatures from -20 to +180 degrees Fahrenheit. As a result, PVC-Vinyl Coated Air Ventilator hoses are best for commercial and industrial ventilation applications and serve as an excellent ventilator hose for those looking for a flexible hose that can suit all your ducting and ventilation needs.
“Air Ventilator Black”
“Air Ventilator Black”
- Wearstrip offers external abrasion resistance
- Very cost effective
“Air Ventilator Black” flexible ducting is recommended for industrial air movement applications. The lightweight hose made from a durable PVC vinyl coated polyester fabric that has been reinforced with a spring steel wire helix for added strength and flexibility. The black flex ducting comes with a protective external wear-strip. The black wear-strip prevents the hose from prematurely wearing due to repeatedly being dragged across the ground.
This commercial hose comes in standard 25 ft lengths with belted cuffed ends for easy installation. This removes the need for clamps or connectors, since hoses can effectively be belted onto pipes. The PVC coated flex ducting is lightweight, compressible and cost effective. This hose has a 9-to-1 compression ratio which means a 9 foot section of hose will compress into 1 foot. This allows for easy handling and storage when the hose is not in use. The retractable nature of the hose also allows for easy transportation and convenient storage in migratory applications.
“Air Ventilator Black” flexible ducting has a working temperature range from -20 to + 180 degrees Fahrenheit. Each commercial hose is sold in 25 ft lengths. With the wear-strip providing substantial abrasion resistance, the lightweight hose is perfect for blower applications. The “Air Ventilator Black” is available in internal diameter sizes of 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 18, 20 and 24 inches.
“Wind Handler Insulated TU”
“Wind Handler WS”
“Wind Handler”
Can I Use Flex Hoses for Utility Fans?
Flex hoses can provide the best ducting means for utility fans because of their design to direct a high air volume in a specific direction. Flex hoses such as Tornado-Flexes and Wind Handlers are compatible with utility fans due to their customizable nature and lightweight design. While both vent hoses are made from single-ply polyester fabric, Wind Handlers are coated in neoprene, and Tornado-Flexes are covered in PVC vinyl. The difference in coating makes a significant difference as neoprene-coated flex hoses showcase paramount durability, extreme temperature resistance, and exceptional flexibility in demanding environments, which makes them perfect for industrial applications that utilize utility fans. In addition, both single-ply polyester vent hoses come in a wide range of inside diameter (ID) sizes, lengths, colors, and various end finishes, giving you plenty of customizable options for your utility fans. As a result, flexible vent hoses such as Tornado-Flexes and Wind Handlers are the most optimal choices for utility fans.
“Wind Handler”
“Wind Handler”
- Ideal for moving large volumes of air in portable or permanent ventilation/exhaust systems
- Highly compressibility
- Retractibility allows for convenient storage and easy transport in a fraction of its fully extended length
- Listed as UL 94 V-0 flame retardant
The “Wind Handler” flexible air duct is a single-ply neoprene coated polyester fabric hose designed for air applications. The neoprene coated duct materials give this product good chemical stability and allow it to maintain flexibility and compressibility over a wide temperature range. This air ventilation hose is reinforced with a spring wire helix to provide extra strength to the duct. The hose is very compressible which allows for easy storage and mobility in tight spaces. This ventilation duct has a 12 to 1 compression ratio, which means a 25 ft length will compress down to just over 2 feet. This lightweight and transportable product is perfect for applications on the go!
The duct materials that the “Wind Handler” is made from are listed as UL 94 V-0 flame retardant. These materials have been officially tested and results show that they stopped burning after being exposed to a flame within 10 seconds, thus earning it a UL 94 V-0 rating. This flexible air duct has a temperature range of -65 degrees to +250 degrees Fahrenheit. This allows the flexible air duct to be used in and around machinery that may emit above ambient temperatures.
“Air Ventilator Insulated”
Should I Use Insulated Flex Hoses for Air Ventilation?
Insulated flexible hoses are excellent for residential and commercial air ventilation because of their optimal thermal retention design for transferring climate-controlled air throughout a building’s ductwork. While non-insulated flex hoses may seem like an affordable alternative to your ducting and ventilation needs, using non-insulated flex hoses will result in high utility and energy costs due to heat loss. Heat loss refers to the loss of thermal energy as it is being transferred throughout a building’s ductwork. Approximately 25-40% of heat is lost due to factors such as drag and the number of bends in a building’s ductwork, and the best way to prevent such a loss is to utilize insulated flexible hoses. As insulated flex hoses incorporate materials such as cellulose, fiberglass, and mineral wool, these materials slow down conductive and convective heat flow, making insulated flex hoses extremely effective at maintaining air temperature and preventing heat loss from ever occurring. In fact, the best way to determine the effectiveness of your insulated ventilation hoses is to find the hose’s R-value. The R-value is a unit of measurement that determines an insulated product’s ability to resist heat flow, and it is usually found on the manufacturer’s documentation. If your insulated ventilation hose has a high R-value, it indicates that it performs exceptionally well with thermal retention for long periods, making it perfect for your ducting and ventilation applications. While plenty of insulated ventilation hoses are available, you must choose a vent hose that fits your requirements and application correctly.
“Air Ventilator Insulated”
“Air Ventilator Insulated”
- Ideal for use for permanent and mobile air condition units
- Compressible and easy to transport
- Very cost effective insulated duct
The “Air Ventilator Insulated” ventilation ducts are made from two single-ply PVC fabric layers, plus one layer of PET film with a cotton barrier meant for insulation. The insulated barrier in this flexible ventilation ducting hose makes it ideal of air movement applications. It is compressible and can be easily moved around, thus making it good for either permanent or temporary air conditioning uses. Primarily meant for residential or commercial level of air ducting and ventilation, it has a shiny metallic silver appearance that allows it to bring a sleek and professional look to the job.
This insulated flexible ventilation ducting is made to operate in both high and low ambient temperatures. These vent hoses can function well in temperatures ranging between -20° F and 180° Fahrenheit. A superior level of functionality in various temperatures is a key factor in any good air ducting and ventilation hoses. Whether your application sees a lot of very cold air or very hot air, or even both, these insulated ventilation ducts will be up to handling the task.
These insulated ducting and ventilation hoses should be used in residential and commercial applications. Use this ventilation ducts for AC ventilation, cold air supply, utility blowers, HVAC purposes, general-purpose residential ducting, and humidity control applications.
“PVC Flexduct General Purpose Blue”
PVC Flex Ducts
PVC Flex Ducts can be a suitable choice for flexible venting applications, but their appropriateness will depend on the type of applications used. PVC Flex Ducts are lightweight, flexible hoses resistant to chemicals and moisture and can withstand extreme temperatures up to +160 degrees Fahrenheit. These flex hoses can handle air, dust, and fumes, perfect for those looking for a reliable, flexible vent hose for commercial and industrial applications. The PVC material that this flexible duct is made from are FDA-acceptable materials, making PVC flexible ducting ideal for industrial food processing plants, pollution control, pharmaceutical, health care, and even agricultural applications. Depending on your product choice, you can even detect a clog or blockage with this see-through flex duct, should it ever happen. If you are looking for a practical flexible vent hose for any of your ventilation needs, PVC Flex Ducts are among the best options.
“PVC Flexduct General Purpose Blue”
“PVC Flexduct General Purpose Blue”
- Available in 12 or 25 foot lengths, that ship within 24 hours of an order
- Great flexibility with tight bending characteristics
- Good chemical and moisture resistance
If you have a need for affordable PVC ducting for air, dust, or fume related applications, the “PVC Flexduct General Purpose Blue” is the ideal solution. It is a lightweight and flexible PVC suction hose with a blue body. This blue duct is composed of PVC that is reinforced with a steel wire helix, a feature that gives these air and dust collection hoses more physical durability against light physical abrasions. Compared to many of its competitors, this blue-bodied flexible hose is 30 to 40% below the average cost for hoses of this type.
This PVC ducting is recommended for light to medium duty applications involving air and dust. Since it is made from chemically resistant PVC material, it can also be used to transfer fumes in pollution control and welding applications. This blue duct can operate in temperatures up to 160° F. PVC is also moderately resistant to moisture, therefore making this PVC suction hose good for use in case there is any light moisture present within the vicinity. Affordable, adaptable, and dependable, these are ideal for use as air ventilation or dust collection hoses. This PVC ducting can operate in temperatures up to 160° F.
“SS-Flex 800”
Stainless Steel Ventilation Hoses
Stainless steel hoses have often been considered one of the best choices for a vent duct due to their overall strength and durability. A stainless-steel vent duct’s most appealing key features are its lightweight design and ability to withstand some of the harshest environments. Made from low-carbon steel, stainless-steel hoses contain chromium, which makes these flexible ducts resistant to various external elements such as chemicals, corrosive fumes, moisture, metal fatigue, and weathering. The materials used in stainless steel flexible ducts make them resilient against extreme temperatures as low and high as -400 degrees to +800 degrees Fahrenheit. Despite being designed for industrial air and fume ventilation, stainless steel hoses can be used for residential and commercial applications, and due to their metallic design, stainless steel flexible ducts are often used as an aesthetic choice for applications with exposed fume hoods and ventilation. So, if you are looking for a highly flexible, bendable, and easy-to-install hose for your ventilation ductwork, stainless steel flexible ducts will be one of the best choices to handle any application.
“SS-Flex 800”
“SS-Flex 800”
- Lightweight & hand bendable allowing for elbows and turns to be formed easily during installation
- Resists metal fatigue, weathering, & moisture corrosive fumes & chemicals
The “SS-Flex 800” is a single-ply helically corrugated stainless steel hose with a four-ply finished seam that is folded flat and crimped, allowing for excellent tightness and strength. Unlike other forms of steel, stainless steel does not readily corrode, rust or stain when it comes into contact with moisture. Stainless steel is essentially low carbon steel, which contains chromium at 10% or more by weight. It is this addition of chromium that gives the steel its unique corrosion resisting properties. This flexible steel hose is also very lightweight allowing for easy installation. The hose’s flexibility allows for this stainless hose to be hand bendable, allowing you to easily create elbows and turns during installation. Because the stainless steel is resistant to weathering, moisture, corrosive fumes, and chemicals, this product exhibits excellent life.
The “SS-Flex 800” stainless steel hose is also very resilient to high and low temperature extremes. This flexible high temperature hose has a temperature range of -400 degrees to +800 degrees Fahrenheit. This truly wide temperature range gives this flexible steel hose great versatility, allowing it to be used in a large variety of industries. Stainless steel’s resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance and familiar luster, makes it an ideal material for many applications. This flexible high temperature hose is also an aesthetic choice in commercial kitchens with exposed fume hoods.
“PVC Flexduct Light-Duty Blue”
What Is the Most Efficient Ventilation Duct?
Ultimately, insulated flex hoses are the most efficient ventilation duct option because of their ability to retain heated and cool air for long periods. While there are many different types of flex hoses for your ducting and ventilation needs, such as PVC-Vinyl Coated Air Ventilators, Tornado-Flex hoses, and Wind Handlers, it is essential to choose a ventilation duct that correctly moves, transfers, and circulates air effectively. If not, you risk experiencing poor indoor air quality that could cause problems such as the buildup of odors and mold and the development of several health problems such as allergies, asthma, headaches, and general discomfort. Regardless of what kind of ventilation ductwork you choose for your application, be sure that you incorporate the best type of vent hose that matches your usage.
“Poly Fabric Flex – 2 Ply”
“Poly Fabric Flex – 2 Ply”
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- Wearstrip offer additional external abrasion & drag resistance
- Great moisture, mildew, & chemical resistance
- Available in a heavy duty bridge construction
- Additional coatings available for better abrasion &/or chemical resistance
The “Poly Fabric Flex – 2 ply” is a double-ply PVC vinyl coated polyester fabric industrial hose reinforced with a spring steel wire helix & external PVC wear strip. This hose provides efficient air-flow and is recommended for dust control applications. This double-ply commercial duct offers more abrasion resistance, a longer product life, and less down time for material transfer applications. This industrial hose can also be ordered with additional coatings that will provide even more abrasion resistance. The construction of the hose material on this commercial duct also provides great chemical and moisture resistance while the reinforced spring steel wire helix and external PVC wear-strip offers great external abrasion resistance for harsh environments.
The “Poly Fabric Flex – 2 ply” fabric ducting has a working temperature of – 20 to +180 degrees Fahrenheit. This gives users a wider range of temperature resistance in an affordable non-high temp hose! Clogs are prevented since this flexible hose has excellent flow characteristics with low friction loss because of the smooth internal structure. This industrial hose is constructed with UL 94 V-0 flame retardant hose material and is ideal for air, dust, fume, and light material movement.
