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Know Your Hose

We're here for the hosers. The ones who get excited by sharp stacks packed pretty and stretched daily. This hub is for you – to keep you dialed in to all things hose. Get first-in access to our specs, friction loss calculator, resource articles & more here.

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WHAT'S ON TAP?

Who's behind all this marketing stuff?

Here's a chance to find out. Big thanks to Mike Goldstein for having our marketing director, Lydia Jackson, on The C.A.N Report podcast to share her passion for our products and the people of the fire service...

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WhY DO DEPARTMENTS CONTINUE TO CHOOSE US?

In the fire service, trust isn’t given — it’s earned. For nearly 50 years, Mercedes Textiles has built hose that firefighters can count on. What sets us apart isn’t gimmicks or shortcuts. It’s a commitment to values that don’t change...

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New TAKE THE STAIRS standpipe swag on the KYH Shop!

Check Your Equipment – Make the Push for Breast Cancer Awareness this October

What're You Pulling?

Get Hose Specifications

Mercedes Textiles KRAKENEXO SUPERII Hose Advance 2

KrakenEXO SUPER II™ (2.25")

The most advanced double-jacketed 2” (51mm) attack hose capable of delivering targeted flows of 210-300 GPM with up to 30% less weight compared to standard 2.5" lines.

Mercedes Textiles Kraken EXO Firehose

KrakenEXO®

Designed for aggressive fire fighting applications where durability coupled with lightweight, excellent low pressure kink resistance and superior water flow are critical factors.

Mercedes Textiles MEGAFLO supplyfirehose2

MegaFlo® Breather

Large diameter hose (LDH) designed for fastest deployment, easiest recovery and the best packability in the industry, enhanced with our patented Breather Technology™

WE'RE READY TO FLOW!

We're going to be everywhere this summer - coast to coast, and international too! Make sure you follow us on social media so you never miss what we're up to. If you want to see us too, make sure you contact us so we can get out demo crew out and flowing water with you ASAP. And while you're here - shop our swag for a good cause. Get some, give some!

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Under Pressure

We’ll Find the Right Fit

We've got the hose you need, guaranteed – from the hydrant to the nozzle. If you're spec'ing new hose, we're here to help. Our team of reps & firefighter consultants offer first-hand experience & advice to help you develop attack and supply packages. Just reach out!

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Comin' down the pipe

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🚨 IT'S LIVE! 🚨 ... You asked, and we delivered—our exclusive Know Your Hose swag is now available on our new charity shop! From hoodies to shirts ...

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WE'RE LIVE!! We've been about #knowyourhose for almost 3 years now... And this is the next step in that mission. KnowYourHose.com is our new resource ...

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Pinch us, is Super II this good looking in real life?! (Kidding, we know it is 😆 ) #BeLegendary #KnowYourHose

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Kicked off day 1 in Cabo with a grand opening ceremony followed by some build out! Hurricane Priscilla had other plans.

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Students in the Rockland County Engine Class using the Hen Blade 265 Nozzle for the standpipe stretch station in our recent class. ...

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#MotivationMonday coming from @santanfirefighters. Look at that Super II looking so good 😍 #BeLegendary #KnowYourHose Beautiful morning ...

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We’re fired up! Ready to go!

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Students in today’s Rockland County Engine Company Class setting up and flowing the Elkhart Brass Cellar Nozzle at the Basement Fire Station. ...

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Nothing beats getting our hose in the hands of firefighters during training. 💪 Weekends like this are where crews get to feel the difference - lighter, ...

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What a wicked shot @alpha_rescue_operations 💪 #BeLegendary On the look out 🪡

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We're here @fdny High Rise Symposium! Stop by to talk standpipe hose with @callan17578 💪🏻💦 Plus enter our TAKE THE STAIRS giveaway to win an original ...

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Flowing water and making rainbows at the Billerica Fire Department. Thank you to the team at BFD for having us over for a demo. We really appreciate ...