Reinforced PVC (polyvinyl chloride) duct hoses are used for moving large volumes of air in chemical fume-removal, general fume-removal, and solvent-ventilation applications in the food-manufacturing, chemical-manufacturing, pharmaceutical, industrial woodworking, and plastics-processing industries. These hoses can also be used for low-vacuum applications on dust-cleaning equipment. These hoses resist damage from chemicals and moisture, and they are made from transparent material that lets users see what's in the tube. The hoses are highly compressible, which saves space when transporting them.

Silicone-coated fiberglass duct hoses are used to blow or exhaust hot air for pellet drying applications in the plastics-processing industry and to vent lavatory waste fumes and prelaunch fuel fumes in the aerospace industry. These lightweight, flexible hoses are ideal for high-temperature air flow and fume removal, and they can also be used for handling dust, fumes, and light powder. The hoses resist damage from exposure to UV rays and weather and will not kink. They have a smooth interior that maximizes air flow through the hose and minimizes friction. These hoses are not recommended for use with liquids or abrasive materials.