Pirate Hoses vs. OEM: Can Cost-Effective Alternatives Deliver the Same Performance?
Industrial hoses Specialised PVC and rubber industrial hoses are often among the first original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts to wear out and require replacement. These hoses are also commonly substituted with non-OEM, aftermarket, or “pirate” equivalents. The financial pressure to cut costs often leads to discussions about whether replacing industrial hoses with cheaper, non-OEM alternatives…