| 1.0 |
PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to qualify and maintain records of distributors who are
approved to fabricate hose products. |
| 2.0 |
SCOPE
This procedure covers TRC, CB, CTH, SBT, and CPB hoses in sizes 1/2" - 2. |
| 3.0 |
PROCEDURE |
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3.1 |
Supply distributor with initial component package. To certify one fabricator (person) at each fabricating facility. See section 4.0. |
| 3.2 |
Distributor is to fabricate hoses as specified by Crane Resistoflex. Size of hose and type of fittings may vary. A minimum of four hoses 20" long should be provided. Hoses should be manufactured per procedure "Distributor Fabrication Procedures for Crane Resistoflex TRC, CB, CTH, SBT, and CPB hoses". |
| 3.3 |
The distributor should submit the hose assemblies, along with completed inspection sheets to Resistoflex. |
| 3.4 |
Resistoflex will inspect each hose verifying to enclosed inspection sheets. |
| 3.5 |
Two samples will be selected to burst. To qualify, the hose must meet minimum burst pressures. The other two samples will be cut at the crimps for evaluation. |
| 3.6 |
Upon approval of a distributor, the Hose Product Manager will maintain a record of approved operators for each distributor and send a certificate of qualification. These records will be maintained for the duration of the distributor as a certified manufacturer. To qualify additional operators at an approved facility, the distributor will furnish materials for assembly as specified by Resistoflex. The certified operator will ensure the candidate is properly instructed in the required procedures. On successful testing of the hoses, the certified operator and the supervisor will attest to the successful pressure test and submit by letter to the Hose Product Manager, who will issue a completed certificate. |
| 3.7 |
Any distributor whose samples are found unacceptable will be sent a written analysis of the evaluation by Resistoflex. Distributors may resubmit samples for evaluation. |
| 4.0 |
EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
Materials to make four 20" hoses as specified by Resistoflex.
Crimping machine and crimp dies.
Pressure test equipment.
Ohmmeter.
Calibrated measuring instruments.
Protective end covers.
Distributor Fabrication Procedures for Crane Resistoflex TRC, CB, CTH, SBT, and CPB Hoses.
HOSE-TRC print.
HOSE-CB print.
HOSE-CTH print.
HOSE-SBT print.
HOSE-CPB print. |
| 5.0 |
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Hose Product Manager is responsible for maintaining the records of the qualified
distributors. The Hose Product Manager is also responsible for informing the approved distributors of any product and/or procedure revisions. Quality Assurance is responsible for evaluating the submitted hoses. When product or procedures are changed, the R & D/Product Development Manager will determine if the distributors should be re-qualified. |
| 6.0 |
EXHIBITS |
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6.1 |
Document Revision Log. |
Document revised July 2002
This document may be used and reproduced only with permission of Resistoflex.
The information contained herein is provided only as a guide for the use of Resistoflex products and does not constitute an express warranty of any kind. Resistoflex specifically disclaims the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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