Stortz : A quarter turn coupling that is typically used on large diameter hose. This type of connection was developed in Europe and has replaced the threaded couplings on large hose
Pacific Northwest Chapter of The Society for the Preservation and Appreciation of Antique Motorized Fire Apparatus in America SPAAMFAA, Fire Apparatus Terminology, La Center, Washington, USA 2002. (Fr Srvc - Amer) {455}