Flexible couplings are tested to new standard

Rectus-Tema has had its 1800/1900 push-on and quick-connect couplings tested to a new standard for hose assemblies. Developed by BSRIA, the standard is BG4/2004. Tema says it is the only company whose products have passed the rigourous 3000 h test for conditioning, pressure and fatigue. tkeeley@rectus-tema.co.uk
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