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Extrusion News & Technical Guides

Welcome to the Abbey Extrusions news hub. For over 40 years, we have been a leading UK manufacturer of high-quality hoses, tubes, and cords. Here, we share our latest company updates, technical product insights, and stories from our factory. Whether you are looking for advice on bespoke extrusions or want to see how our products are used across various industries, you can find all our recent stories and innovations right here.

A Technical Reference for Sourcing Medical Grade Tubing in 2026

What if a single millimetre of variance in your medical grade tubing could lead to a 15% increase in clinical downtime? You likely agree that the pressure to maintain 100% regulatory compliance while ...

6 Apr 2026

Nylon 12 Pneumatic Tubing Supplier: A Professional Buyer’s Guide

Why would an engineering firm accept 42-day lead times for overseas components when a UK-based nylon 12 pneumatic tubing supplier can provide bespoke extrusions within 10 working days? You'll be glad ...

6 Apr 2026

A Comprehensive Guide to Nylon Tubing Properties and Industrial Applications

What if a single millimetre of wall thickness is the only barrier protecting your assembly from a £2,000 repair bill? You've likely experienced the frustration of nylon tubing failing because its chem...

6 Apr 2026

Nylon Tube VS PU Tube - How Do They Differ?

When it comes to pneumatic tubing, two names come up frequently: Nylon Tube and PU Tube (also known as Polyurethane Tubing). As a result, both are popular across industries, thanks to their unique pro...

6 Apr 2026

Low-Density Polythene (LDPE) Tubing, What Is It & What Can It Be Used For?

Low-Density Polythene (LDPE) Tubing is a flexible, high-quality form of Polyethene Tube made from Low-Density Polyethene. As a result, it is well known for its chemical and moisture resistance and has...

6 Apr 2026

What is Unreinforced Polyethene Tubing, and what are the Benefits of using it?

Unreinforced polythene tubing is ideal for low-pressure and light- to heavy-duty applications. As a result, this low-density polythene tube is chiefly used in pneumatic machinery and the brewing and f...

6 Apr 2026

19 Benefits of Nylon Tube - A Comprehensive Guide

Nylon Tubing offers numerous advantages. These can include: Performance and Reliability 1. High Tensile Strength Nylon tubing can withstand considerable force, making it highly reliable in high-pressu...

6 Apr 2026

Keder Cord Buyer's Guide & Everything You Need to Know

As a high-quality Keder Cord manufacturer for over 30 years, we have amassed extensive knowledge and experience with this PVC cord. Related Products Awnings Tents Banners Boat Tops and Boat Covers Poo...

6 Apr 2026

What is Polyurethane, and why are our Polyurethane Tubes suitable for Pneumatic Control Systems?

What is Polyurethane? Polyurethane is a very flexible elastomer – a synthetic polymer with elastic properties. The main advantage of Polyurethane is that it has: Anti-Bacterial Properties Polyurethane...

6 Apr 2026

Seven Great Benefits of PVC Tube & Hose

At Abbey, we manufacture a variety of high-quality PVC and plastic hoses, including the versatile Air 60 Air Hose , durable reinforced PVC hose, and clear PVC tubing for brewery applications. These ar...

6 Apr 2026

What are the Benefits of Nylon Tube?

Regarded highly for its exceptional stability, mechanical strengths and resistance to chemical corrosion, nylon is considered one of the most versatile engineering materials. We can print any text or ...

6 Apr 2026

What are the 7 Benefits of Diesel Hose?

Diesel fuel hoses have many great benefits that make them ideally suited for the transportation of fuel, diesel, oil and other similar substances. These consist of the following: Strong, reinforced, a...

6 Apr 2026

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