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Water Hose Reels
Water hose reels are hose reels that move water from one area to another. A hose reel itself is a cylindrical device around which any variety of hoses can be manually or mechanically wound. Water hose reels are utilized for providing transportation of water in golf courses, athletic fields, farms and irrigation, parks and recreation, nurseries and orchards. They are used to assist in watering lawns and landscaping in homes, resorts and hotels, restaurants, and other commercial locations. They are also helpful for applications such as equipment cleaning and pressure washing. Water hose reels are a simple, safe and effective way of storing, delivering and retrieving hoses for any purpose that must provide water.
In general, water hose reels are made of metal, fiberglass, or plastic. Most water hose reels feature a side-mounted handle for winding and unwinding by hand. Others utilize electric, spring, or air (pneumatic) power to unwind and wind the hosing with minimal effort. A motor powers the retraction mechanism in electric and pneumatic hose reels. In a spring reel, an internal spring is used to retract the hose. The purpose of water hose reels is to keep hoses neat when not in use and kink-free when being used. Hoses lying out are a tripping hazard to employees and customers in the workplace; and a danger to children, animals and lawnmowers in residential settings. Hose reels prevent these dangers and also protect hoses from the heat of the sun, which can cause them to crack.