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BioClosure(R) Container Seals from AdvantaPure(R) Now Available in Silicone and TPE for Glass, Metal or Plastic Containers
Container closures made not only from silicone but now from AdvantaFlex TPE are available from high purity tubing manufacturer AdvantaPure. Called BioClosures, the products provide a sure seal for containers used in biopharmaceutical and other critical industries. TPE offers advantages over silicone such as lower absorption rates, along with the benefit of being free of silicone oils. When used as single use components, TPE BioClosures reduce contamination risks and cleaning requirements. - June 25, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Gardening for Smiles
Dramm will donate a portion of May sales to the Free to Smile Foundation as a new Springing for Hope Initiative. - May 04, 2014 - Dramm Corporation
PVC Suction Hose from NewAge(R) Industries is Crush, Kink and Chemical Resistant; Reinforced for Full Vacuum Applications
Flexible PVC hose that resists crushing and kinking is available from NewAge Industries. The hose, called Vardex(R), is constructed of chemical-resistant PVC that encompasses spiral steel wire, enabling it to withstand tough handling and environments. Vardex offers smooth surfaces and, unlike rubber hose, is transparent for visual contact with the flow. The hose may be used for both fluid and air transfer in pressure and full vacuum applications. - May 01, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R)’s PTFE Hose Overbraided with Stainless Steel Reduces Kinking and Increases Pressure Capabilities; Smooth and Convoluted Cores Available
High purity tubing manufacturer AdvantaPure now stocks its overbraided PTFE hose in four styles: smooth core, convoluted core, silicone-jacketed smooth core, and silicone-jacketed convoluted core. Called APFOS, the hose offers the purity, smoothness, and non-stick properties of PTFE fluoropolymer with kink resistance and the durability of stainless steel overbraiding. Primary applications for APFOS hose are for fluid transfer in the pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and chemical industries. - April 17, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
The New AdvantaPass(TM) Clean Room Wall Pass-Through System Permits Aseptic Fluid Transfer between Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Suites with Reduced Risk of Contamination
AdvantaPure(R) introduces the AdvantaPass system, a technology developed to reduce contamination risks and ensure room isolation for critical fluid transfer processes. AdvantaPass applies to pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing where large volumes of fluid must be transferred from one clean room to another. This unique system employs a wall portal through which multiple lines of Single-Use tubing can be serviced. Seals, gaskets, end caps and clamps ensure isolation of the portal. - March 16, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
NewAge(R) Industries Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary; Continues Its Position as a Leading Tubing Manufacturer in BioPharmaceutical and Commercial Industries
NewAge Industries, a leading manufacturer of plastic and rubber tubing, marks the sixtieth anniversary of the company’s founding. NewAge started as a distributorship and later began manufacturing its products. Today the company makes tubing and reinforced hose for a wide range of industries including biopharmaceutical, chemical, industrial, medical, food and beverage and has a global customer base. A corporate-wide team member celebration will take place later in 2014. - March 13, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Three Types of Silicone Tubing Available in Medical Grades from NewAge(R) Industries; USP Class VI and FDA Requirements Met
Medical-grade silicone tubing and reinforced hose is now available in three styles. Silicone is best known for its flexibility and temperature range, making it useful for applications such as medical devices, pharmaceutical processing, peristaltic pumps, respiratory machinery, biological fluid handling, electrically-associated equipment, and food and beverage transfer. The company offers peroxide-cured silicone tubing and reinforced hose, plus platinum-cured tubing. - February 28, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
NewAge(R) Industries Welcomes New Midwest Sales Manager; New Position Brings Local Representation to Eight States
NewAge Industries announces the appointment of Michael L. Yakes as its Midwest Sales Manager, a new position developed to help better serve the company’s current customers and to increase business. Yakes has over 20 years of sales experience with a background that includes tubing and fabricated plastics. He will serve the states of Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio and eastern Wisconsin while being based near Chicago. - February 20, 2014 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Dramm Introduces the New Drammatic® 5N Blend
Dramm announces a new blend to the Drammatic® Fertilizer line, Drammatic® 5N. - February 09, 2014 - Dramm Corporation
North West Rubber Ltd. (NWR) Has Acquired GNR Technologies Inc.’s Traffic Base Business
North West Rubber Ltd. (NWR) is pleased to announce the acquisition of GNR Technologies Inc.’s Traffic Base Business. - January 23, 2014 - North West Rubber Ltd.
Smithers Rapra Announces "Life Prediction of Polymers for Industrial Applications" Webinar on January 23, 2014
Smithers Rapra, a global authority on rubber, polymer and composite material and product testing announced today their 2014 webinar series highlighting rubber and polymer product testing. The webinars are designed for companies to learn about the benefits of standard and custom testing of their rubber and plastics materials. Product development engineers, chemists and product managers are encouraged to register for the free webinars, featuring Smithers Rapra’s industry experts. - January 22, 2014 - Smithers Rapra
Alliance Express Releases 6,200 New Products; Celebrates Launch of Steel Clamp with Rubber Cushion
E-commerce company Alliance Express is excited to announce a new line of steel clamps with rubber cushions. The cold-rolled steel clamps with TPE cushion provide buyers a safe means of securing conduit, cables, pipes, and hoses; the black rubber cushion also benefits clients by absorbing vibrations. - January 05, 2014 - Alliance Express
Alliance Express Launches New Product to Meet Consumer Demands
Alliance Express, an international distributor of protection and finishing products, is excited to announce the launch of stepped grommets, a black PVC product that guarantees wires necessary protection. The new line will be available for sale immediately. The parts manufacturer and e-commerce... - January 05, 2014 - Alliance Express
AdvantaPure(R)’s Silicone Tubing for Peristaltic Pumps Carries USP Class VI Approval; Now Available in an Additional Size
AdvantaPure, a manufacturer of high purity tubing, now offers its APSPG silicone pump tubing in a new size to help meet customer demand. The tubing, which is USP Class VI approved, is stocked in .313” I.D. x .500” O.D. as well as ten other sizes. APSPG is specially formulated to withstand the rigors of peristaltic pump operations and offers other benefits such as no animal-derived ingredients, resistance to bacteria build-up, translucency, and documented lot traceability and quality control. - December 19, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
NewAge(R) Industries Publishes “Building a Sustainable Future,” a New Report That Explains the Many Steps Taken by the Manufacturer to Support Sustainability
Plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries has released its first sustainability report. It highlights the company’s ideas and actions that have helped it save energy, reduce waste and become a better neighbor. NewAge now produces half of its electricity through a solar panel array on the building’s roof, and other projects have impacted its recycling, heating and cooling, lighting and production efficiencies. The company also hosts food, toy and blood drives to benefit the local community. - November 14, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Alliance Express Introduces New Line of PVC Coated Metal Conduit
As an international manufacturer and distributor of protection and finishing components for a variety of industries and applications, Alliance Express is continually expanding its product line to better meet the needs of its customers. This month, the company was proud to announce the introduction... - October 30, 2013 - Alliance Express
Alliance Express Introduces New Product to Its Vast Inventory
Alliance Express recently introduced 6,200 new products to its already formidable 500 million part inventory. The newcomers to Alliance Express’ stock fit into a number of categories, including T-bolt hose clamps, parts that are popular for a variety of applications. Alliance Express, a... - October 30, 2013 - Alliance Express
Alliance Express Satisfies Consumer Demand with Addition of New Inventory
Mechanical parts provider adds 15 new mini worm gear hose clamps to product line. - October 27, 2013 - Alliance Express
Polyurethane Tubing from NewAge(R) Industries Now Available in Three Styles; Offers Durability for Air and Fluid Transfer
NewAge Industries now offers its polyurethane tubing in three versions: unreinforced tubing, braid reinforced hose and a type developed specifically for pneumatics. Each offers the performance properties for which polyurethane is known including natural flexibility, durability, good chemical resistance and superior functioning in weather-related conditions. Both ether and ester tubing formulations are stocked, and the pneumatic style is available in eight colors for easy line identification. - October 26, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
NewAge(R) Industries Featured in New Report on Innovative Employers That Generate Jobs and Profits; Focuses on Companies That Help Employees Grow
Plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries is highlighted in a new report from The Hitachi Foundation focusing on successful companies. Titled "Doing Well and Doing Good," the report features employers that place great emphasis on employee training, advancement, retention and satisfaction. The practices boost morale, productivity and prosperity and give the employers a competitive edge. - October 10, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Verigenics(R) Awarded a Patent for Its RFID Tracking System that Withstands Gamma Irradiation; Incorporates Gamma-Stable Tags and Labels
The Verigenics division of NewAge(R) Industries has received U.S. Patent Number 8,519,846 for its GammaTag(R) RFID technology. The GammaTag system uses durable RFID (radio frequency identification) tags, labels, and reader-writers to track and identify components requiring gamma irradiation for the purpose of sterilization. Industries that use such technology include medical device, pharmaceutical, bioprocess and others involved with critical and patient-related applications. - September 27, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R) Welcomes Tony Butler as Manager of Single Use Systems; New Position Adds to Company’s Expertise
High purity tubing and single use systems manufacturer AdvantaPure has appointed Tony Butler to a new position focusing on single use systems for pharmaceutical and biologics manufacturing. The position arose because of the company’s continued growth in the industry. Butler brings experience including process integration and improvement, project management and quality assurance to this new role and is available to consult with AdvantaPure’s customers and distributors worldwide. - September 11, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R) to Feature the Benefits of Its Molded Components, Single Use Products and Process Hoses at Fall Shows; Includes Events in the U.S., Switzerland and China
High purity tubing and single use systems manufacturer AdvantaPure will exhibit at several upcoming trade shows. The company’s products are made for pharmaceutical, bioprocess and other clean applications and meet many industry standards. Events include the BioProcess International Conference in Boston; ILMAC in Basel, Switzerland; and China-Pharm in Shanghai. Other regional shows on the east coast of the U.S. will also be covered. - August 08, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Duraco Express Introduces Finger Lift Specialty Tapes
Duraco Express introduces its new line-up of finger lift specialty tapes, which include tissue, transfer, film, and bag-sealing tapes. The company presents the many benefits that these new products offer and explains how they deliver added value to their users. Duraco Express, a trusted name in... - July 27, 2013 - Duraco Express
Alliance Express Offers Over 6,000 New Industrial Components This Season
Alliance Express offers over 6,000 protective and finishing components this season. Some of the categories included are cable tires, circuit board hardware, and masking products. The company’s new products are listed on its 2013 catalog. Free samples are also available upon request. Alliance... - July 25, 2013 - Alliance Express
Suprene(R) TPR Tubing from NewAge(R) Industries Now in Two Hardnesses, Two Grades; Styles for Clean and Industrial Applications
Thermoplastic rubber tubing called Suprene offers durability, flexibility, and tear resistance for fluid transfer applications in clean industries such as food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical and appliances and for industrial uses such as ink transfer and agricultural equipment. Suprene may be used with temperatures up to 275°F (135°C). FDA grade is stocked in Shore 64A and 80A hardnesses. Black-colored industrial grade is available in 64A and is well suited for outdoor use. - June 30, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Announcing SUSdocs.org, an Unbiased, Vendor-Neutral Website for Information on Single Use/Disposable Systems; Developed for the Bioprocess & Pharmaceutical Industries
SUSdocs.org is a new website devoted to educating and informing viewers about single use/disposable systems used in pharmaceutical and bioprocess applications. The site was developed through the cooperative efforts of several pharma-related associations and suppliers. All documents are impartial, explanatory and intended to help and support the single use systems industry. - June 06, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Introducing Powerhouse MX Belts and Pulleys
Synchronous belt drive systems offer numerous benefits over conventional chain drives and many gear systems. When considering total investment costs, POWERHOUSE MX® belts typically last three times longer than roller chain drive systems, and POWERHOUSE MX® pulleys typically last ten times longer. The total cost of ownership for a POWERHOUSE MX® drive is significantly less than a roller chain drive. The lack of metal-to-metal part wear and lubrication requirements ensures a low maintenance drive. - June 06, 2013 - B&B Manufacturing
Thermobarb(R) Barbed Fittings from NewAge(R) Industries Available in Five Materials; Choices for a Variety of Applications
Plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries now offers its Thermobarb barbed fittings in five materials: polypropylene, polyethylene, nylon, PVDF, and brass. The reason for the variety is to offer customers choices to best match their applications. Some materials are better at chemical resistance than others, some excel at withstanding mechanical stresses, and others meet regulatory requirements. Thermobarb fittings work well for both fluid and air transfer systems. - May 25, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Dramm Corp. Buys Lawson Products Soaker Hose Product Line
Dramm Corp. of Manitowoc, Wisconsin is proud to announce the acquisition of the Soaker Hose Product Line from Lawson Products of Flora, Indiana. The sale will be completed on June 15th. On June 15th, Dramm will relocate the Soaker Hose production to its partner plant Metal Ware Corp. Two Rivers,... - May 17, 2013 - Dramm Corporation
AdvantaPure(R) Now Offers Molded Manifold Connections, Precision Molded from Platinum-Cured Silicone, That Are Guaranteed Not to Leak
AdvantaPure’s molded silicone manifold connections, available in tee, wye, cross and reducer styles, are now guaranteed leak-proof. The company uses only high quality materials, precise manufacturing, and extensive quality controls, resulting in connections that prevent leaks of valuable pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical fluids. The molded connections also help reduce contamination, uneven inner surfaces, inventoried parts, and risks associated with working with live viruses. - April 17, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Water with Ease with the One Touch Rain Wand by DRAMM
Dramm introduces a brand new Rain Wand™ that eliminates the strain of squeezing in order to turn the water on and off. - April 06, 2013 - Dramm Corporation
Molded BioPharmaceutical TPE, Single Use Products, and Sanitary Hoses to be Highlighted at AdvantaPure(R)’s Spring Shows in the U.S., Asia, and Europe
AdvantaPure, the manufacturer of high purity tubing and single use systems for pharmaceutical and bioprocess uses, will exhibit at several key trade shows this spring. Events include BioPharma Asia, the PDA Annual Meeting, BioProcess International Europe, Interphex, TechnoPharm, and Single Use Applications for Biopharm Manufacturing. AdvantaPure staff members will meet with customers, prospects, and potential distributors to discuss single use process systems and fluid transfer hose. - February 28, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Forty Percent of NewAge(R) Industries is Now Owned by Its Employees; Adds to Their Previous Ownership of Thirty Percent
NewAge’s CEO and majority shareholder, Ken Baker, has sold an additional ten percent of company stock to its employees through the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The ESOP previously owned thirty percent. The plan helps employees save for retirement as it improves morale, provides a succession plan, and allows customers to speak directly with owners of the company. NewAge Industries had another successful year in 2012 and its outlook for 2013 is promising. - January 25, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Crush and Kink Resistant Silicone Hose Now Available from AdvantaPure(R); Platinum Cured for Critical Applications Such as Biopharmaceutical
AdvantaPure(R) now offers a fabric and wire reinforced hose made from platinum-cured silicone for high purity applications such as biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, and food. The hose, called APSW, is crush and kink resistant and handles both pressure and full vacuum. It offers the advantage of durability that other unreinforced hoses cannot. APSW meets standards from organizations such as USP, FDA, European Pharmacopoeia, ISO, 3-A, and NSF and is free of animal-derived ingredients. - January 11, 2013 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Non-DEHP Nylobrade(R) PVC Hose, with NSF-51 and NSF-61 Certification, Available from NewAge(R) Industries
Nylobrade braid-reinforced PVC hose, the product that launched NewAge Industries’ tubing and hose business 58 years ago, is manufactured from a PVC compound that is free of DEHP and other carcinogenic plasticizers. This is an important feature for those involved with food and medical related applications, especially when California Proposition 65 regulations must be followed. Nylobrade also holds certification from the National Sanitation Foundation for NSF-51 and NSF-61. - December 13, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
New Video Illustrates the Benefits of AdvantaFlex(R) BioPharmaceutical TPE Tubing; Shows Viewers the Tubing’s Versatility
AdvantaPure(R) has released a new video that details the benefits and uses of its biopharmaceutical grade TPE tubing, AdvantaFlex. The flexible, translucent tubing may be sterile welded, heat sealed, and molded into fittings. It is also an excellent choice for peristaltic pumps as it eliminates silicone tubing splices. The video illustrates all of these, points out the tubing’s extensive testing, and notes its suitability for pharmaceutical and biotech applications. - November 15, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
NewAge(R) Industries Welcomes New Director of Manufacturing and National Sales Manager; Employees Offer Decades of Experience
NewAge Industries announces the appointments of Robert Volk as Director of Manufacturing and Stephen Kuhns as National Sales Manager. Both bring years of experience to the plastic tubing manufacturer. Volk, a mechanical engineer, is responsible for process development and improvement, new product manufacturing, and team leadership. Kuhns, who was previously employed by NewAge for 12 years, is working to increase industrial sales and strengthen the company’s distribution network. - October 26, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Validated Sterile Single Use Manifold Assemblies Now Available from AdvantaPure(R); Sterilized Parts Save Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Labor & Time
High purity tubing manufacturer AdvantaPure now offers single use molded manifold assemblies that are validated as sterile. This eases the procurement process for pharmaceutical and biopharm companies who use them; customers can now order assemblies that are ready for installation upon receipt. Assemblies made from silicone or AdvantaFlex TPE are gamma irradiated for a sterility assurance level of 10-6. Third-party testing, performed on a regular basis, ensures validation. - October 19, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Customized Plastic Tubing from NewAge(R) Industries Eases Installations and Reduces Costs; Eight Custom Options Now Available
NewAge Industries manufactures flexible tubing and reinforced hose and now offers eight different ways to customize these products. From bonded tubing, to printed and striped hose, to custom-blended additives for performance like enhanced flexibility, NewAge provides options to customize tubing specifically for an application. Other problems addressed by customized tubing include kinking, heat and abrasion protection, and inventory and labor cost reductions. - September 21, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R)’s Redesigned Website Offers Simplified Navigation and an Uncluttered Look; Spotlights the Company’s High Purity Tubing and Hose
The AdvantaPure division of NewAge Industries recently launched a redesigned website. The updated site offers improved navigation, a simplified appearance, and keyword and part number search capabilities. Featuring high purity tubing, single use system components, and hose identification solutions, the site presents products for the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biomedical, food, beverage, and cosmetic industries. Newly added items include the company’s history and employment opportunities. - September 08, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Employee-Owned (ESOP) Company NewAge(R) Industries Continues to Grow & Prosper; Currently Hiring for Four Positions
Employee ownership works well for this plastic tubing manufacturer. The company adopted its Employee Stock Ownership Plan in 2006 and has continued to grow and prosper. NewAge currently has four employment opportunities, only one of which is a replacement. Controlled expansion is key, and the company credits employee ownership as the catalyst for everyone performing their jobs better and being focused on the bottom line and retirement savings. - August 22, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Three of NewAge(R) Industries’ Most Popular Tubing Lines Reach Anniversary Milestones; Longevity Attests to Products’ Reliability & Usefulness
Clearflo(R) PVC tubing, Newflex(R) reinforced PVC hose, and Silbrade(R) reinforced silicone hose have reached significant marks. Clearflo is 50 years old, and Newflex and Silbrade are 25. All are used for fluid and air transfer in a variety of industries including food and beverage, medical, industrial, pharmaceutical, water, and pneumatics. Each offers its own advantages, such as Clearflo’s clarity, Newflex’s all-PVC construction, and Silbrade’s ability to withstand temperature fluctuations. - August 15, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R) to Highlight Molded Components, Single Use Products, & Process Hoses at Fall Trade Shows; Schedule Includes Events in the U.S. & China
High purity tubing manufacturer AdvantaPure will exhibit at several key pharmaceutical industry trade shows this coming fall. Events include the BioProcess International Conference and Exhibition, the ISPE Annual Meeting, and an exhibition first for the company, China Pharm. AdvantaPure staff members plan to meet with customers, prospects, and potential distributors at all three shows to discuss single use process systems and fluid transfer hose for pharmaceutical product manufacture. - August 04, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R) Now Offers Extractables Test Results for Its Silicone & TPE Tubing Products; Helps End Users Select Suppliers & Tubing
High purity processing components are critical in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and other clean applications. AdvantaPure’s silicone and thermoplastic elastomer tubing has been extensively tested for extractables to prove the products’ suitability for high purity uses. Complimentary summary and comprehensive reports are available from the company upon request. - June 29, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Tubing Manufacturer NewAge(R) Industries Donates Laptop Computers to School in Rural Cambodia; Doubles the Number of Laptops Available to Students
NewAge recently gave five laptops to the Caramanico School in Ratanakiri, Cambodia, bringing the school’s total number of computers to eleven. The company has strong ties to Cambodia, as nearly 30% of its staff is from Cambodia or is of Cambodian descent. The computers will assist seventh, eighth, and ninth grade students at the school, where most of the electricity needed to power the equipment comes from solar panels partially funded by NewAge. - June 23, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Introducing the ColorStorm™ Spinning Sprinkler
With the hot summer months upon us, Dramm introduces a brand new Sprinkler to the ColorStorm™ Sprinkler family, the new ColorStorm™ Spinning Sprinkler has a beautiful spray pattern, works well with low water pressure, comes in Dramm’s 6 bright rainbow colors and is available at... - June 21, 2012 - Dramm Corporation
Dramm Retail Products Announces Representation in Hawaii
Dramm Corporation announces new representation for the state of Hawaii. Rich Wilbur, owner of Westway Sales, will now represent Dramm’s Retail Division in pursing the state of Hawaii. Rich Wilbur, has over 31 years of experience in the Lawn & Garden Industry before starting his own... - June 20, 2012 - Dramm Corporation
Polypropylene Tubing from NewAge(R) Industries – A Viable Substitute for Fluoropolymer Tubing During a Time of Shortages
Fluoropolymer tubing has been in short supply this year due to a shortage of raw materials. Other tubing materials – most notably polypropylene – offer an alternative to fluoropolymer. Substitution depends on each application’s requirements, but NewAge Industries’ Prolite(R) polypropylene tubing shares several performance characteristics with fluoropolymer including chemical and corrosion resistance and low surface friction. - June 08, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Expanded Plastic Tubing & Hose Buying Guide from NewAge(R) Industries Now Available; Prompts Readers to Investigate Details Regarding Selection
“The Top 20 Tubing and Hose Buying Tips” gives readers advice for the tubing and reinforced hose selection process. Its purpose is to help engineers and purchasing agents avoid buying errors and order returns. The original brochure contained twelve buying tips and has now been expanded to twenty, covering additional subjects such as indoor and outdoor use, moisture related factors, flammability, and surface characteristics. The guide is complimentary. - May 02, 2012 - NewAge Industries, Inc.