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Tubing & Hose Buying Tips
#10: Moisture-Related Factors

It can be challenging to make sure you’ve covered all the bases during the tubing and hose selection process. Have you considered all the elements involved with the application? Temperatures, chemicals, pressures, flexibility needs? In Tubing & Hose Buying Tips we’ll address common selection factors, one at a time, in each issue of extrusions.

Does your application involve water, condensation, or humidity? Tubing and hose materials react to moisture in different ways.

Some materials absorb water and other liquids, and that may be unacceptable. Absorption can cause the tubing to swell, so if the application involves dispensing measured amounts of a fluid, you may actually be getting less than the desired amount.
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Material Focus
Polypropylene

Polypropylene, or PP, is one of the lightest thermoplastics available. Developed in the 1950’s, today it is used for packaging, textiles, reusable containers, automotive components, banknotes, and more, in addition to tubing. In many of its forms, it is recyclable and designated by the number 5.

Polypropylene provides excellent dimensional stability and electrical properties and good surface hardness.
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Tech Talk
Ordering FAQs

Here you’ll find answers to questions about NewAge’s ordering process that are frequently posed to our Sales Team.

Can you send me a catalog?

Can I get a sample of (name of product)?

Can you give me a price for (name of product)?

What’s your minimum order?

Do you accept blanket orders?

Can I place my order through your web site?

Can I check the status of an order?

Can I get a copy of my invoice?

Do you offer open terms?

Do you accept credit cards?

For additional information about ordering, view NewAge Industries’ Terms and Conditions of Sale, or contact us for assistance at 1-800-506-3924.

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On the Light Side

In the Next Issue

• Tubing & Hose Buying Tips
  #11: Hardness and Softness
• Material Focus
  Latex
• Product Comparison
  PVC vs. Polyurethane

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Tubing & Hose Buying Tips
#10: Moisture-Related Factors

Material Focus
Polypropylene

Tech Talk
Ordering FAQs

On the Light Side
A Touch of Humor

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