We’ve built our reputation on manufacturing industry-leading quality hose in the United States and worldwide. It all started in 1969, when Snap-tite formed its Hose Products Division and in 1977, entered into a joint venture with a West German company to manufacture lay-flat hose in Union City, Pennsylvania. Snap-tite is credited with introducing the concept of large diameter hose (LDH) and driving its widespread use throughout North America. Today, virtually every fire department in America uses LDH to move water efficiently.