Kochek Introduces Improved Holley Transfer Pipe

Kochek Company has introduced an improved version of its patented Holley Transfer Pipe for efficiently moving water from dump tanks to drafting tanks. This process, commonly used in rural firefighting, is vital in saving firefighters time. The Holley Transfer Pipe replaces existing lower volume, more complicated and labor intensive methods of transferring water.

The improved “all-in-one” Holley Transfer Pipe comes ready to use – no assembly needed – and features a rubber trimmed intake area for added tank protection. The Pipe also features integrated intake holes, jet siphon port, support bracket, and handle for easy transport. Made of 6061-T6 lightweight powder coated aluminum, the Holley Transfer Pipe is available in six inch and eight inch diameters, both 78 inches in length. The six inch pipe provides 800 – 1,400 GPM, the eight inch pipe 1,400 – 1,700 GPM, depending on available PSI. The six inch pipe weighs only 19 pounds, the eight inch only 26 pounds.

For more than 23 years Kochek Company has manufactured the highest quality American-made specialty fire equipment for today’s fire industry. Based in Putnam, Connecticut, Kochek is the nation’s largest manufacturer of PVC light-weight suction hose and a wide variety of strainers, dry hydrants, elbows, adapters, caps, plugs, and valves. For more information, contact Kochek at 800-420-4673 or visit the company Web site at www.kochek.com

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