When you need a robust, easy-to-use hose management solution that suits wash-down, air, water or food-grade applications, the Redashe Retracta Standard Hose Reels (spring rewind) deliver. Engineered to bring order, safety and longevity to your hose systems, they are ideal for domestic, commercial and industrial environments.
Key Technical Features
Fully automatic spring-rewind mechanism: once the hose is released, the internal drum spring gently retracts the hose into the reel, avoiding manual winding and minimising trip hazards
Low rewind tension offers easier hose pull-out and smoother operation, enabling the user to extend a long length without excessive drag or strain
Durable polypropylene housing - corrosion-free construction that stands up to wet, humid or wash-down environments (including food processing zones); the non-metallic shell helps resist rust and chemical attack
Compatible with a variety of hose materials including reinforced PVC, NRB/PVC, and reinforced rubber - giving versatility whether you’re using compressed air, cold or hot water, food-safe liquids or gardening fluids
Supplied ready-mounted with fitted hose and bracket - quick to install and use
Why It Matters (Practical Benefits)
Safety and tidiness: By retracting the hose automatically, you reduce trip hazards, improve workspace cleanliness and protect the hose from damage caused by being left on the floor or exposed to traffic
Longevity of the hose & system: Proper retraction means less kinking, abrasion or lay fatigue. The spring mechanism also ensures controlled retraction rather than uncontrolled whip-back
Versatility of application: Whether you need it for a compressor line, wash-down bay, food processing facility, industrial production or garden/maintenance work, the Retracta range covers many bases
Ease of use: Minimal manual effort required, simple installation, and less downtime for maintenance. Ideal for both training personnel and seasoned operators
Technical Considerations & Selection Tips
Operating environment: The polypropylene construction is excellent for corrosive, wet, or chemical-laden wash-down areas but if the environment involves extreme mechanical wear, heavy-duty steel or stainless variants may be better
Spring tension and rewind control: Check that the rewind mechanism is adjusted (or adjustable) to suit your hose length/weight so that retraction is smooth and stops correctly. Some maintenance manuals (e.g., for similar models) suggest adding or removing wraps to adjust tension
Mounting/installation: Ensure the reel is mounted at a suitable height, securely fixed, and that the hose outlet is positioned for optimal access and minimal bend radius – all of which promote longevity and safe use
Fluid/medium compatibility: Double-check the hose type fitted and the reel’s specification matches your medium (air, water, food grade, hot wash etc). The Retracta Standard series states suitability for compressed & breathing air, cold & hot wash, food and garden use
Typical Applications
Wash-down bays in food & drink processing plants
Garage or workshop compressor lines (air hose retraction)
Cold or hot water supply for cleaning, maintenance or manufacturing
Garden, horticulture or landscaping applications requiring neat hose management
Light industrial or commercial usage where easy, automatic hose storage is required
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