Lighter more flexible high-pressure hose improves ergonomics, productivity and safety 

LUXEMBOURG CITY – Gates (NYSE: GTES), a global manufacturer of highly engineered power transmission and fluid power solutions, announces the launch of the Clean Master Plus hose range, the newest addition to Gates' industrial hose lineup, built for high pressure washing applications in demanding industrial environments. 

Clean Master Plus leverages innovation in advanced materials and wire reinforcement technology to operate at extremely high pressures of up to 42 Mpa (420 bar – 6000 psi). This next generation hose construction also stands out for being 22% lighter and 50% more flexible on average compared to existing 42 Mpa hoses, improving ergonomics and safety, reducing worker fatigue while also increasing productivity. 

Features and benefits of Clean Master Plus include: 

• Smooth cover for exceptional maneuverability on rough surfaces 
• Higher operating temperature (up to +150ºC) compared to existing version 
• Flexible and lightweight construction for easy handling 
• Compact design reduces space requirements for storage 
• Compatible with Megacrimp™ couplings and Gates Crimpers 
• REACH compliant, ozone and abrasion resistant cover for lasting performance in tough environments 

"We know industrial cleaning is a tough job, and designed Clean Master Plus to last longer, operate at higher pressures, and be easier to use. This hose platform leverages the latest in our advanced materials and wire reinforcement technology to withstand the toughest conditions in construction, marine, general manufacturing, public works, mining, and commercial property maintenance applications, to name a few," said Tom Pitstick, President APAC and Global Strategy. "Gates has a long history of innovating and pushing boundaries to engineer products that exceed our customers' expectations." 

Clean Master Plus is a result of Gates' Eco-Innovation™ product development system. This process leverages the company's capabilities across materials science development, process engineering and product design to develop high-quality, high-performance products that exceed customer expectations, while also helping to reduce environmental impacts of the products through the life cycle, including how they are manufactured.