Anti Aging Corrosion Resistant Dredging Rubber Hose with Customizable Flange for Marine Applications
Dredging Rubber Hose is a heavy-duty flexible conveying component engineered for pressurized transportation of dredged soil, sand, silt, mud, gravel-containing slurry, and seawater-based solid-liquid mixtures through marine and land-based dredging pipeline systems. It is commonly incorporated into cutter suction dredger discharge lines, floating pipelines, booster pump stations, shore discharge pipelines, reclamation systems, and temporary material-transfer networks.
The hose is constructed from a wear-resistant rubber inner tube, high-strength reinforcement layers, and a durable outer rubber cover. The internal lining is designed for continuous contact with abrasive slurry with attention to abrasion resistance, tear strength, elasticity, and resistance to progressive material loss.
A marine reclamation project in Southeast Asia required the transfer of dredged sand from an offshore borrow area to a coastal reclamation zone. The customer operated a large cutter suction dredger as part of an infrastructure development program, with the system designed for sustained high-volume slurry transportation over extended working distances.
The primary operational challenge was maintaining continuous slurry flow while the floating pipeline remained exposed to tidal variation, vessel movement, waves, and current. The transported material consisted mainly of sand mixed with seawater, creating a significantly abrasive internal environment.
The engineering team reviewed required internal diameter, discharge pressure, hose length, flange configuration, installation geometry, and expected movement before defining the hose specification. The selected Dredging Rubber Hose used an abrasion-resistant internal lining and reinforced structural construction suitable for the specified discharge conditions.
The operating result was a more adaptable connection arrangement between the moving floating pipeline and associated fixed or semi-fixed sections. During routine pipeline repositioning, the hoses accommodated designed movement without requiring adjacent steel sections to be realigned after every operational adjustment.

| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Name | Dredging Rubber Hose |
| Nominal Bores | From 150mm (6") to 1200mm (47") |
| Length | Up to 11.8 Metres (38ft) |
| Working Pressure | Up to 20 bar |
| Safety Factor | 4:1 |
| Flange Options | Fixed, Swivel, Double-Flange and Built-in-Nipple Designs |
| Features | Heavy-Duty Robust Construction Designed to Handle Large Dredged Particles Hoop-Ring or Spring-Wire-Helix Construction for Flexibility or Full Vacuum During Service Tailor-Made Designs, Including Self-Floater, Suction Dredge Hose and Flexible Discharge Hoses Suitable for Slurries Containing Rock, Shell and Coral |
| Model | I.D. (inch/mm) | W.P. (bar) | B.P. (bar) | Min Bending Radius | Wear Layer Thickness (mm) | Length (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM-DHP150 | 6 / 150 | 5-10 | 15-30 | 8D | 10-20 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP200 | 8 / 200 | 5-10 | 15-30 | 8D | 10-20 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP250 | 10 / 250 | 5-10 | 15-30 | 8D | 10-20 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP300 | 12 / 300 | 10-20 | 30-60 | 12D | 12-25 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP350 | 14 / 350 | 10-20 | 30-60 | 12D | 12-25 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP400 | 16 / 400 | 10-20 | 30-60 | 12D | 12-25 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP450 | 18 / 450 | 10-20 | 30-60 | 12D | 12-25 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP500 | 20 / 500 | 10-20 | 30-60 | 12D | 12-25 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP600 | 24 / 600 | 15-20 | 45-60 | 15D | 20-30 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP650 | 26 / 650 | 15-20 | 45-60 | 15D | 20-30 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP700 | 28 / 700 | 20-25 | 60-75 | 15D | 30-50 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP750 | 30 / 750 | 20-25 | 60-75 | 15D | 30-50 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP800 | 32 / 800 | 20-25 | 60-75 | 15D | 30-50 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP850 | 34 / 850 | 20-25 | 60-75 | 15D | 30-50 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP900 | 36 / 900 | 25-30 | 75-90 | 15D | 30-50 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP1000 | 40 / 1000 | 25-30 | 75-90 | 15D | 50-75 | 11.8 |
| HM-DHP1100 | 44 / 1100 | 25-30 | 75-90 | 15D | 50-75 | 11.8 |
Dredging Rubber Hose is manufactured with a controlled internal diameter designed to maintain a consistent passage for conveyed slurry. A smooth and dimensionally stable internal surface helps reduce unnecessary flow disturbance and provides a predictable hydraulic interface between connected pipeline components.
The reinforcement system maintains structural capacity under pressure while accommodating repeated flexing. High-strength textile reinforcement provides tensile capacity while maintaining flexibility, with steel reinforcement incorporated where additional structural support is required.
Dredging Rubber Hose provides a controlled flexible interface that allows pipelines to accommodate movement from vessel position changes, wave action, current, tide, and pipeline buoyancy changes within defined mechanical ranges.
The durable outer rubber cover protects against seawater, freshwater, mud, sunlight, rain, temperature changes, and mechanical contact while retaining sufficient flexibility for operational requirements.
- High-Capacity Cutter Suction Dredger Discharge: Integration into discharge pipelines for continuous transportation of sand, silt, or mixed dredged material
- Floating Pipelines for Reclamation and Material Placement: Accommodating controlled movement between floating pipeline units and transition points
- Booster Pump and Pipeline Connection Systems: Flexible connections at pump inlet or discharge locations to accommodate equipment vibration and limited movement
With over 30 years of manufacturing experience, Hongruntong Marine provides integrated manufacturing from material preparation to final inspection, ensuring consistent quality and performance.
We approach hose specification by evaluating slurry composition, particle size, solids concentration, flow velocity, pump pressure, pipeline movement, and environmental exposure to ensure optimal performance.
Comprehensive inspection procedures include dimensional checks, visual examination, connection verification, construction inspection, and pressure testing according to technical specifications.
We support international procurement with clear dimensional communication, accurate technical documentation, and coordinated production information for global projects.
The most important parameters include internal diameter, working pressure, slurry composition, solids concentration, particle size, flow velocity, temperature, hose length, suction or discharge duty, and installation geometry. The movement of the dredger and floating pipeline should also be considered.
Not every hose construction is suitable for both duties. Discharge service primarily requires resistance to internal pressure, while suction service introduces external pressure and potential collapse conditions. The operating mode should be confirmed before product selection.
The hose should be positioned so that expected pipeline movement is accommodated through controlled bending rather than twisting or excessive axial loading. The installation must maintain the specified minimum bending radius and avoid sharp contact with structural edges.
Store in a clean, dry, ventilated area away from sharp objects, direct heat sources, damaging chemicals, and unnecessary mechanical loading. Avoid prolonged deformation, improper stacking, and severe exposure to sunlight.
Available documents may include dimensional inspection records, material-related documentation, pressure-test records, quality certificates, and third-party inspection documents when specifically requested. Define required standards before order confirmation.

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