Flextech Unveils SPIRITFLEX™: The First PTFE Hose Engineered for Distilleries

Following the success and growing demand for BREWFLEX™, Flextech Hose Solutions is proud to announce a new addition to its specialist hose family, Spiritflex™, the world’s first PTFE hose specifically designed for distilleries.

Engineered for maximum safety, visibility, and performance, Spiritflex is ATEX-compliant and antistatic-lined, offering distillers a durable, high-performance alternative to conventional rubber hoses.

Handling the Highly Flammable

With distillers managing ethanol concentrations of up to 96% ABV - the highest legally transportable level in the UK - safety is essential. Ethanol’s highly flammable and explosive nature means that even a small spark or static charge could cause a serious incident.

Spiritflex eliminates this risk through its PTFE lining, which prevents static buildup and reduces ignition potential. The hose also ensures compliance with FDA 21 CFR 178.3297 and UK DSEAR 2002 regulations for ATEX Zones 0, 1, and 2.

While ATEX approval is not legally mandatory, distilleries remain responsible for compliance, often navigating complex self-regulation challenges. Spiritflex offers an easy-to-adopt solution that enhances both safety and operational efficiency across the production process.

Key Features of Spiritflex

  • ATEX compliant – Safe operation in potentially explosive environments
  • Antistatic PTFE lining – Prevents static charge buildup and spark hazards
  • Stainless-steel/PTFE construction – Internal and external reinforcement for durability, reliability, and longevity
  • High visibility – Bright orange silicone cover with optional yellow spiral guard for easy identification
  • Extended lifespan – PTFE liner rated for up to 20 years, far exceeding the typical 6–8 years lifespan of standard rubber hoses
  • Versatile specifications – Available in multiple sizes and configurations to suit individual distillery needs
  • Certified assurance – Every assembly supplied with a pressure test and EC certification in accordance with UK regulations

Spiritflex’s materials and precision engineering make it resistant to kinking, easy to handle, and compatible with a wide range of hygienic fittings, ideal for distilleries that prioritise safety, efficiency, and quality.


MD Insight

Martin Robinson, Managing Director of Flextech, commented, “We are delighted to introduce Spiritflex, designed specifically for distillers. This innovative product empowers those in the spirit industry to manage their processes safely and efficiently, while mitigating risks associated with high-proof alcohol transfers. With this hose, distilleries can take a proactive approach to safety, ensuring a more secure and reliable production environment.”

Trusted by Leading Distilleries

Among Spiritflex’s early adopters is Witchmark Distillery in Wiltshire, renowned for its gin, vodka, and, more recently, whisky.

Eddie Large, Director of Witchmark Distillery, said, “After several years in distilling, it was an easy decision to use Spiritflex in our production setup. Flextech’s proven track record gives us confidence that every liquid transfer maintains our premium quality standards.”

To learn more about Witchmark Distillery, visit www.witchmark.co.uk.

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