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NewAge(R) Industries Develops New Position to Focus on Distribution Sales & Address Growing Needs
The newly created position of Distribution Sales Manager has been developed to address the needs of NewAge’s increasing number of distributors. 23-year employee Fred Pfaff has been appointed to the job. Annabelle Black, 22 years with the company, now handles all inside sales management, a responsibility previously shared with Pfaff. The company manufactures flexible tubing and hose for applications such as medical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, appliance, chemical, and general industrial. - August 29, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Xten Industries Listed in Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Xten Industries, a growing leader in contract manufacturing and plastic injection molding, is ranked today, by Inc. Magazine, as number 3,134 on the list of the 5,000 fastest growing private companies in the United States. This list is compiled and ranked according to percentage revenue growth from... - August 22, 2008 - Xten Industries
Xten Industries Receives MMAC 2008 Future 50 Award
Xten Industries, a growing leader in the plastic injection molding and contract manufacturing industries, has been recognized and awarded a spot in the 2008 Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce list of Future 50 Companies. This award is for companies that, according to the MMAC, show a... - August 20, 2008 - Xten Industries
Company Offers Low-Cost XRF Analyzer for RoHS Testing
Skyray XRF has re-designed a low-cost and compact desktop XRF model with the capability to detect lead, cadmium and other hazardous substances in finished goods. The organizations instrument line already includes a larger desktop model and a handheld portable XRF system for hazardous substance detection. - August 20, 2008 - Skyray XRF
BFM™ Fitting Offered by Powder-Solutions, Inc. Dramatically Reduces Safety Risks for Bulk Powder Processors
Traditional Hose Clamps Used in Bulk Powder Processing Can be Responsible for Poor Plant Air Quality and Cross Contamination in Powders - August 19, 2008 - Powder-Solutions Inc
Container Closures & Stoppers of Injection-Molded Silicone Now Available from AdvantaPure(R)
Closures and stoppers for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical processing containers assure aseptic fluid transfer. Their ingredients of platinum-cured silicone meet USP Class VI and FDA standards, and they work equally well with containers of stainless steel, glass, and plastic. AdvantaPure’s closures and stoppers are suitable for vessels such as flexible container systems, carboys, bottles, True Unions and GL45s. Styles include solid, multiple port, and ports with tubing inserts. - August 13, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Reynolds Polymer Technology Installs Trendy New Acrylic “Ice” Bar in Romania
R-Cast™ Ice material debuts in the lobby of the new Radisson SAS hotel in Bucharest, Romania. This marks the first custom-cast project with the ice texture for Reynolds. Modeled after bars made out of real ice, this installation offers a stylishly unique and high-end atmosphere with colored lighting illumination the deep grooves of the ice texture, minus the sub-freezing temperatures. - August 08, 2008 - Reynolds Polymer Technology, Inc.
Reynolds Polymer Technology Launches R-Cast™ Ice Acrylic
New Acrylic R-Cast™ Ice product simulates real ice, opening the door to more architectural applications. The launch of this product makes Reynolds Polymer Technology one of the first companies to offer this texture in a completely randomized, non-repeating surface. - August 08, 2008 - Reynolds Polymer Technology, Inc.
Semitron® MDS 100 Advanced Material for IC Test Sockets
Semitron MDS 100 is a strong, stiff platform for applications such as: Test sockets for semiconductor test and package equipment - Fixtures for electronics testing - Mounting points for precision diagnostic equipment - Positioning platforms for miniature motion control devices. - July 23, 2008 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Leak-Free PFA Fittings Now Stocked in Twelve Styles; Easy to Install, Disconnect, & Reuse
NewAge(R) Industries now offers chemically-inert PFA compression fittings for fluoropolymer tubing in a dozen styles. They’re ideal for clean-application industries and may be reused to save money. Stocked sizes range from 1/8” to 3/4” tube O.D. The fittings, called Pureloc(R), work well with fluoropolymer tubing of PTFE, FEP, and PFA. Key features include excellent locking and sealing, see-through construction, and an easy-to-grip ridged surface. - July 23, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Surface Guard Introduces Wave Flute Corrugated in a Variety of Colors and Sizes
Surface Guard introduces Wave Flute single face corrugated. Now in addition to A, B & E Flute single face, Surface Guard has begun to manufacture the unique and eye catching Wave Flute single face in a variety of flexo-printed colors and sizes. - July 03, 2008 - Surface Guard Inc.
New Product Video from AdvantaPure(R) Illustrates RFID Record Keeping for Pharma & Biotech Industries
“An Evolution in Process Control” from AdvantaPure(R) shows how RFID simplifies record keeping for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and biomedical industries. Using its P.E.T. Process Equipment Tracking(TM) system, items are electronically identified and tracked for a higher measure of safety and reduced risk. P.E.T., developed in partnership with ProcessHQ, Inc., addresses inefficient manual and calendar-based procedures and is applicable to preventive maintenance and asset tracking systems. - June 28, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
New XRF Analyzers Released to Help Increase Efficiency
Skyray XRF offers two new non-destructive x-ray fluorescence instruments to the North American market. One XRF analyzer features a sixteen-sample turret stage while the second is a portable model that provides the accuracy of a desktop system. - June 25, 2008 - Skyray XRF
Multipurpose PVC Tubing Now Stocked in Over 50 Sizes; Suitable for Fluid & Air Transfer, More
NewAge(R) Industries now offers its PVC tubing, Clearflo(R), in more than 50 sizes from 1/16” to 4” I.D. Clearflo is used for liquid transfer, air lines, and jacketing in both clean and industrial applications. The compound meets USP Class VI, FDA, 3A, and NSF standards and provides rubber-like flexibility. Clearflo withstands a wide range of chemicals and corrosive fluids and handles temperatures up to 175°F (79.4°C). Its smooth surface resists bacteria and sediment buildup. - June 18, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Custom Craft Plastics Ballot Boxes Announced
New Acrylic Plastic Ballot Box Product Line Introduced by Custom Craft Plastics. - May 03, 2008 - Custom Craft Plastics
Better Homes and Garden® Unearths Space Saving BagButton Down Under
Sales of the BagButton explode in Australia as Better Homes and Gardens features this unique economical space saving idea to the masses in the country down under. - May 01, 2008 - BagButton LLC.
Silicone Tubing & Braid-Reinforced Hose Now Available in Medical Grades from NewAge(R) Industries
NewAge(R) Industries manufactures flexible silicone tubing and hose with non-toxic ingredients that meet USP Class VI, FDA, and NSF-51 requirements. The products are well stocked for immediate or JIT shipment and handle a wide range of temperatures. Applications include medical, dental, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and food and beverage uses. Both products are produced in a controlled environment and are sterilizable, reusable, translucent, odorless, tasteless, and inert. - April 30, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Company Offers Units for Lead Content Detection
Skyray XRF offers non-destructive solutions for hazardous substance detection with desktop and portable x-ray fluorescence instruments. - April 30, 2008 - Skyray XRF
Flex Sleeve/Hose Clamp Aggravation Eliminated with New Connector Designed for Bulk Powder Industries
Powder-Solutions, Inc. announces distribution of the BFM® fitting, a revolutionary new industrial connector. - April 23, 2008 - Powder-Solutions Inc
Green Movement Gains Tangible Momentum Against Plastic Waste with Earth Day Introduction of Reusable "Back To The Tap" Carbon Filtered Sports Water Bottles
The movement to stem the tide of global plastic waste has gained a boost from a North County San Diego company now marketing a personal water bottle line that delivers big dividends for the environment while saving money for the consuming public. The Tap Sports Bottle’s patented carbon filter component “filters as you drink” and has a 3-month daily use life span that will effectively eliminate an average of 300 bottles from ending up in land fills. A typical consumer will save hundreds. - April 23, 2008 - Back To The Tap
Skyray XRF Launches Technical Website
New technical website features overviews of x-ray theory, common XRF applications and the Skyray XRF product line that includes portable and desktop non-destructive XRF Instruments. - April 16, 2008 - Skyray XRF
AdvantaPure(R) Introduces a New Tubing That’s Weldable, Heat Sealable and Offers Great Pump Life
AdvantaFlex(TM) is a new tubing developed by AdvantaPure for biopharmaceutical and critical fluid processing applications. It's flexible, may be heat sealed for sampling uses or welded, and is specially formulated to perform better than other materials in peristaltic pumps. Made from biopharmaceutical-grade TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), AdvantaFlex offers low permeability and withstands repeated compression and release for consistent, dependable performance. - April 11, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Makrolon® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet Now Available from Professional Plastics and Bayer Sheffield
Makrolon® 15 Polycarbonate Sheet - The First Glazing Replacement Option with a 15 Year Performance Warranty, Offers Long-Term Weatherability and is backed by a 15 Year Performance Warranty. - March 26, 2008 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Skyray XRF Will Introduce Instruments at MJSA Jewelry Expo
Two new x-ray fluorescence (XRF) instruments will be released by Skyray XRF at the MJSA Expo (Apr 13-15, NYC). The XRF units provide a variety of testing functions designed for the jewelry industry including hazardous substance (lead-content) testing. - March 17, 2008 - Skyray XRF
NewAge(R) Industries Introduces Flexible Hose Designed for Food & Beverage Applications
A new nitrile-blend hose from NewAge Industries offers high purity and a smooth surface for a wide variety of food and beverage applications such as potable water, milk and dairy products, and juice. The flexible hose is kink and crush resistant and handles both pressure and vacuum applications. Called simply NewAge Food & Beverage Hose, it meets FDA and 3-A standards. Stocked sizes range from 1 to 4 inch I.D., and the hose is available in bulk or as assemblies. - March 15, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Skyray XRF Officially Enters North American Market at Pittcon Conference and Expo
At Pittcon 2008 (Mar 3 - 6, New Orleans) a leading x-ray fluorescence (XRF) manufacturer will officially announce Skyray XRF as their North American representative. XRF is a technology that is utilized to non-destructively test for hazardous substances (lead, cadmium, etc) along with a variety of additional quality control testing applications. - March 13, 2008 - Skyray XRF
Silicone Pump Tubing Now Offers USP Class VI Approval; Ideal for Pharmaceutical, Biotech & Lab Use
AdvantaPure’s platinum-cured silicone pump tubing, called APSPG, now carries Class VI approval to assure users of the product’s purity in critical applications such as those in the pharmaceutical and biomedical fields. APSPG is designed and manufactured to far outlast standard silicone tubing in peristaltic pump applications. The tubing withstands repeated compression and release, resulting in steady fluid flow rates. Sizes from .031” through .500” I.D. are stocked for immediate or JIT shipment. - March 01, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Surface Guard™ 104 & 105 Series Protective Films for Semi-Matte/Textured Metals and Plastics
Surface Guard Inc., a leading manufacturer of protective packaging solutions, introduces the Surface Guard™ 104/105 series protective film. These protective film grades are designed to provide temporary protection of textured or semi-matte finished metals and plastics. Surface Guard™... - February 08, 2008 - Surface Guard Inc.
Polyurethane Tubing Offers Rubber-Like Flexibility with the Durability of Plastic
NewAge Industries manufactures and stocks its flexible polyurethane tubing, Superthane(R), in both ether and ester formulations. The tubing is designed to withstand wear, abrasion, chemicals, and moisture in a variety of gas and fluid applications. It combines some of the best-known properties of rubber tubing—flexibility, tensile strength, and low compression set—with the durability of plastic. Superthane handles pressure and vacuum applications better than corresponding sizes of rubber tubing. - February 02, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
McElroy Provides Enhanced HDPE Pipe Fusion Training
McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. is proud to announce its newly enhanced polyethylene pipe fusion training program along with the 2008 schedule. For over 30 years, McElroy has offered basic and advanced training designed to enhance efficiency, productivity, and safety. All courses offer preparation... - January 30, 2008 - McElroy Manufacturing, Inc.
Non-Metallic Components, Inc. Adds West Coast Representation
Non-Metallic Components, Inc., (Poynette, WI) is pleased to announce that Wayne E. Silman (Casa Grande, AZ) and Brian Hayes (Anaheim Hills, CA) have signed-on as manufacturers representative for the CA, AZ and NV region. - January 29, 2008 - Non-Metallic Components, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R) Introduces Single Use Process Systems for the Pharmaceutical Industry
Cost-saving Single Use Process Systems of silicone tubing, molded silicone components, and parts such as bags and bottles are now available from AdvantaPure. The systems reduce contamination risks, simplify cleaning procedures, and offer design flexibility. Tubing and components are cleanroom manufactured and assembled. Gamma irradiatable RFID tags may be attached to systems for reliable electronic identification. - January 24, 2008 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Freelin-Wade Announces Launch of All-New Website
Freelin-Wade announced today the launch of their all-new Website. The site features an all new design, with functionality that has not been seen in the plastic tubing industry before. - January 15, 2008 - Freelin-Wade Company
Invisible Never Sounded so Good
New ‘Onsia’ Truly Concealed Flat Panel Speakers - January 12, 2008 - ACP-Acoustic Ceiling Products
Non-Metallic Components, Inc. Announces New Manufactures Representative
Non-Metallic Components, Inc., (Poynette, WI) a Wisconsin company, is pleased to announce that Russ Bradley & Associates (Indianapolis, IN) has become its manufacturer’s representative for the IN, OH, KY and PA region. Commenting on the announcement, NMC’s President, Stuart Varner... - December 21, 2007 - Non-Metallic Components, Inc.
MyGymFloor.com Offers Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Fitness Fanatic
For the frugal to the frivolous, shopping for a “fit” gift has never been so simple at MyGymFloor.com. - December 16, 2007 - Sherri Pfefer
Professional Plastics, Inc. - Opens New Singapore Facility
Professional Plastics recently opened a new Singapore warehouse and distribution center to support their customers throughout Asia. The Singapore sales office and distribution center maintains a comprehensive inventory of plastic sheets, rods, tubing and films. Stock materials include: Torlon, Vespel, Meldin, Ultem, PEEK, Techtron PPS, Semitron ESd, Macor ceramic and more. - December 12, 2007 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Non-Metallic Components, Inc. Launches New Website
Non-Metallic Components (NMC) a manufacturer of custom thermoplastic injection molded products has significantly enhanced its website www.nonmetallic.com working with ENV Designs. Founded in 1985, NMC is headquartered in Poynette, WI and has a production facility in Cuba City, WI and joint venture... - December 08, 2007 - Non-Metallic Components, Inc.
Flexible Latex Rubber Tubing Withstands Repeated Bending, Stretching, & Pulsating Forces
NewAge Industries now stocks natural latex tubing in 18 sizes for same-day shipment. The tubing, known for its extreme flexibility, is used extensively in the health care and exercise equipment industries. Latex tubing maintains memory after repeated flexing, elongation, and distortion. Pure, non-toxic material that conforms to FDA standards is used in its manufacture. Synthetic latex styles are also available. - December 02, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
NMC Has Substantial Growth in Take-Over Mold Projects
Non-Metallic Components (NM), an innovator in thermoplastic injection molding solutions, has seen growth in take-over mold operations due to original equipment manufacturer demands. With decades of injection molding experience, NMC welcomes OEM’s unique issues including providing flexible... - November 28, 2007 - Non-Metallic Components, Inc.
Stainless-Steel-Overbraided PTFE Hose Stocked by AdvantaPure in Six Styles Including Convoluted Core
Stainless-steel-overbraided PTFE fluoropolymer hose from AdvantaPure is now available with white or conductive black cores in either smooth or convoluted style. For heat protection during handling and an easy-to-wipe-clean surface, silicone jacketing over the braid is also offered. The hose, called APFOS, is used for applications in the chemical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and other high-purity industries. - November 17, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
BagButton’s Family of Inventors to Attend the Worlds Largest Christmas Bazaar 2007
BagButton LLC (www.bagbutton.com), the Global leader in economical space saving solutions, will be exhibiting at The World's largest Christmas Bazaar exhibition and show Nov 23rd through Dec 2nd, 2007 in the Portland Oregon Expo Center. - November 08, 2007 - BagButton LLC.
National Magazines ‘Which Caravan’ and ‘Camping Magazine’ Features the BagButton.
‘Which Caravan’ and ‘Camping Magazine’ hit newsstands in November and December, with segment features that discuss the benefits of the BagButton for their readers. More information can be found at www.bagbutton.co.uk - November 06, 2007 - BagButton LLC.
NewAge Industries, an ESOP Company, Celebrates October as Employee Stock Ownership Month
Plastic tubing manufacturer NewAge Industries is celebrating its status as an employee-owned company during the month of October with lunches, raffles, and gifts for its employees. The company services the pharmaceutical, chemical, food and beverage, industrial, and other industries. NewAge initiated its ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan – in January 2006 as another feature of its retirement benefits. - October 19, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
AdvantaPure’s Reinforced Silicone Hose Now Offered in Custom Colors for At-a-Glance Identification
Multi-layer silicone hose, called APSM, from AdvantaPure is now available in custom colors for easy recognition. Colored APSM makes line identification quicker, as it eliminates the need to read a label. It also allows for recognition anywhere along the entire length of hose, a great advantage in situations where time is critical. Previously available only in white, the hose is used in pressure applications in the pharmaceutical, bioprocess, biomedical, chemical, food, and beverage industries. - October 17, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
BagButton’s Exclusive Distribution Family Extends to Australia
BagButton LLC. (www.bagbutton.com) Global leader in economical Vacuum Storage bag Space Saving solutions announced today the launch of a new distribution outlet source. (BagButton Australia) www.bagbutton.com.au BagButton Australia – BagButton’s new family addition for direct whole... - October 14, 2007 - BagButton LLC.
ClearCutAwards.com - New Acrylic Stars and Acrylic Awards for Fall Lineup
New acrylic awards and acrylic trophies for fall from ClearCutAwards.com. Many new high quality awards perfect for year end gifts, employee recognition and other awards for the corporate and other organizations. - October 01, 2007 - ClearCutAwards.com
Updated Brochures from NewAge(R) Industries Aid with Tubing & Hose Selection
Revised literature from NewAge details selection and purchasing errors to avoid during the tubing and hose buying process. It reminds design engineers and purchasing agents of the many items that need consideration before a purchase is made. Two brochures – “The Top 12 Tubing and Hose Buying Errors . . . and Their Solutions” and the company’s Products & Services piece – inform readers of costly buying mistakes and of NewAge’s wide range of flexible tubing and hose products. - September 30, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Hose Track(R) RFID System Outperforms Traditional Log Book Record Keeping for Process Components
AdvantaPure’s Hose Track identification system, designed for process components used in biopharmaceutical and other high-purity industries, offers several safety and security advantages over conventional pen-and-paper methods of recording component usage data. Hose Track uses RFID technology to monitor individual parts and their wear-related events such as cleaning cycles. It consolidates information into a database and eliminates problems like illegible handwriting and misfiled documents. - September 28, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Flexible Viton(R) Rubber Tubing, Stocked in Two Hardnesses, Provides Exceptional Chemical Resistance
Tubing of Viton, a high performance synthetic rubber, is available in both 60 and 75 Shore A durometers for a wide range of uses. It offers chemical resistance, withstands temperatures from –30°F to 400°F, and possesses the high resiliency of an elastomer. Applications include appliances, chemical transfer, hot lubrication feeds, o-rings and seals, fuel and oil lines, cable jacketing, exhaust lines, solvent transfer, and peristaltic pumps. - August 30, 2007 - NewAge Industries, Inc.