Quality key to worm drive hose clips
May 1st 2008

In the overall scheme of things, a worm drive hose clip does not sound like a particularly important component. You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand how it works, yet any technician or engineer who tries to save a few pennies by skimping on quality when using one could end up with complaints, according to L Robinson & Co (Gillingham).

Complex plant and machinery can frequently be immobilised if this inexpensive and seemingly minor component malfunctions. In addition to the cost, such a scenario could also significantly threaten safety. When failure occurs, the chances are that the clip will be sitting in a difficult-toreach place, which can increase the time needed to fix the problem.

Often the Jubilee brand is used generically to describe a worm drive clip even though it is the registered trade mark of L Robinson & Co (Gillingham). The company believes many users are frequently unaware that they may be using what could turn out to be a low quality item.

The Jubilee has a variety of uses and users and every clip has a built-in abuse factor. Manufactured to BS5315:1991 and Kitemark approved, the range starts from 9.5mm and extends to 318mm.

Units are produced in mild steel zinc protected and all stainless steel (both 304 and 316).

The company comments that Jubilee clips have proved to be safe, durable and capable in extreme clamping conditions.

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