We Are A Leading Manufacturer In Reinforced Layflat Hoses

Parsch UK Ltd; formerly known as Richards Hose Ltd, has long been established as a leader in the supply of layflat hose and fluid transfer related products

Parsch UK are stockists and manufacturers of the largest, most diverse range of reinforced layflat hoses in the UK today.

This allows us to carefully select and advise the most suitable product for your application using our wealth of experience and knowledge. Whether you require a standard product or a bespoke production specifically suited to your needs, our team will work closely with you to make sure you receive the best possible product and personal service available.

Richards Hose was first established as a weaving mill in Scotland but was called ‘Richards of Aberdeen’ and was predominantly involved with the production industrial canvas and sails. Founded more than 200 years ago, Richards operated what was to become the oldest iron-frame mill in Scotland and the last remaining textile mill in the ‘Granite City’. At its peak in the early 20th Century, it was the largest employer in Aberdeen employing more than 3,000 people. It became a public limited Company in 1878.

The Company continued to trade for many years until there was a gradual decline in the traditional flax spinning production methods, so the Company embarked upon a programme of development using the more modern synthetic yarns. This enabled them to develop the production of the traditional three-layered type of hose that we are accustomed to seeing being used today.

It was in the 1970s that the Company moved to newer premises in Preston as part of the Wormald Richards International and continued to manufacture lay flat hoses until such time that they decided to sell off their hose production division in the late 80’s.

Over the next few years Richards began to develop and expand their range of complimentary waterway products such as adaptors, couplings, standpipes, branchpipes and hose ramps and now produce many of these in house. The Company further enhanced their reputation by gaining the prestigious WRAS and Reg31 Approvals for their drinking water hoses specifically designed to suit the high demands of the Water Industry and their ancillary service providers. Whilst liaising closely with Water Authorities, Richards have been able to offer a wealth of knowledge and experience to assist in the production of bespoke items to solve specific routine obstacles.

The growth of Richards Hose Ltd meant that in 2020 it was necessary to move to more expansive premises that offered bigger office and storage space together with additional areas for specific in-house manufacturing. Parsch themselves are currently creating a substantial new production facility to provide them with additional working space for the installation of new plant and machinery enabling them to reduce production times whilst saving running costs and being eco-friendly.

The manufacturing capacity of Parsch continues to grow with constant investment in the most advanced machinery available. They are currently producing nearly three million metres of hose a year and store up to one million metres for ongoing orders and stock

In January 2023 Richards proudly achieved

ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Systems

ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management

ISO 45001: 2018 – Occupational Health & Safety Management

This further illustrates our determination and commitment to provide an exceptional level of customer service with the highest quality products available whilst providing the safest possible working environment for its employees and visitors.

To bring us right up to date, In March 2023 Richards Hose Ltd proudly changed their name to Parsch UK Ltd, a simple change in name but a bold statement to further validate our strong association with our parent Company with whom we share the same work ethic and aspirations.