Wu, Sam . 2009. A Temporary Fix for Leaky Forest Hose. 0951 1304P. San Dimas, CA: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program. 4 p.
Traditionally, Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, engine crews have addressed hose ruptures by isolating the offending section of hose with hose clamps and replacing the stick of hose with a new line. The hose clamps would be removed to charge the hose.
In 2009, the San Dimas Technology and Development Center (SDTDC) evaluated three products for a quick in-the-field solution to compromised hose in an existing hose lay
The results of the evaluations are presented in this Tech Tip.
Keywords: clamps, hose, hose mender, Rescue Tape, self-fusing tape, Wildfire Group
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