Hose Master

Hose Master

Manufactures metal hose and expansion joints

Overview

Hose Master is North America’s largest manufacturer of flexible metal hose and metal bellows expansion joints, serving core industrial markets such as power generation, refining and petrochemicals, steel, pulp and paper, chemical processing, marine and offshore, liquid terminals, and bulk material handling. Its products are metal hoses and expansion joints designed to channel fluids or gases while accommodating movement, vibration, and thermal expansion; they are made through fabrication and welding, with custom engineering to fit specific applications. The company differentiates itself by scale (over 400,000 square feet of manufacturing space), customer-driven designs, manufacturing excellence, and deep application expertise, aiming to be the preferred supplier through reliable service and technical know-how. Hose Master’s goal is to be the first choice for metal hose and expansion joint solutions by combining design capability, production quality, and superior customer support.

About Hose Master

Simplify's Rating
Why Hose Master is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cleveland, Ohio

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • Hose Master launched 2026 content around data-center liquid cooling and Gulf Coast marine uses.
  • Hose Master had 68 active 2026 job postings, nearly doubling 2025.
  • National Hose still markets Hose Master assemblies in June 2026, expanding channel reach.

What critics are saying

  • Headcount slipped to 496 in 2026, signaling limited growth despite active hiring.
  • Metraflex and Microflex rank close behind Hose Master in 2026 buyer attention.
  • A 2027 data-center cooling bet fails if hyperscalers standardize nonmetal alternatives.

What makes Hose Master unique

  • Founded 1982, Hose Master leads North America in flexible metal hose and bellows.
  • It operates four U.S. manufacturing sites: Cleveland, Houston, Atlanta, and Reno.
  • Its 500,000-square-foot footprint and ASME stamps support demanding industrial customers.

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