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      • Contact us
    • UK Manufacturing of Hose, Tube & Pelmet Since 1985 - Now Celebrating over 40 years in business!
    • Call us on: 01530 416 177

    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.
    Extending the service life of industrial hoses and plastic tubing
    With the global price of rubber rising by more than 40% between 2025 and 2026, the financial impact of premature component failure has never been more severe, making extending the service life of indu...
    22 Jun 2026
    Preventing air leaks in pneumatic tubing for industrial efficiency
    Did you know that the average industrial facility loses between 20% and 30% of its compressed air through leaks alone? For a plant operating at scale, the U.S. Department of Energy suggests these loss...
    21 Jun 2026
    Flexible Tubing for Pneumatic Fittings and Industrial Air Systems
    The integrity of an entire industrial air system often rests on a component measuring just a few millimetres in diameter. When a production line halts unexpectedly, the culprit is rarely the heavy mac...
    20 Jun 2026
    How to cut nylon tubing cleanly for professional industrial applications
    A single millimetre of deviation in your cut angle is often the hidden cause behind a high-performance pneumatic system failing to meet its pressure specifications. We recognise that even the most res...
    19 Jun 2026
    Upgrading from PVC to Polyurethane Hoses for Industrial Applications
    The initial cost savings of a standard PVC line often vanish the moment a robotic arm stalls or a pneumatic system loses pressure due to material fatigue. You likely rely on PVC for its versatility an...
    18 Jun 2026
    Metal vs Plastic Tubing for Compressed Air Systems in 2026
    The traditional reliance on rigid metal piping for industrial pneumatic circuits is increasingly being challenged by high performance polymers that offer superior long term efficiency. Whilst steel or...
    18 Jun 2026
    High Performance Alternatives to Rubber Hoses for Industrial Use in 2026
    The traditional reliance on heavy rubber hosing is rapidly becoming a liability for facilities that prioritise precision and long-term system stability. Whilst rubber was once the industry standard, i...
    16 Jun 2026
    When to Use Reinforced PVC Over Standard Tubing for Industrial Applications
    Could a simple material oversight be the silent architect of your next system failure? Whilst standard tubing serves many general-purpose applications adequately, there is a definitive technical thres...
    15 Jun 2026
    Cost of PFA Tubing vs PTFE | A Technical Comparison Guide
    Why would a procurement team willingly pay a significant premium for a fluoropolymer tube that looks, at first glance, almost identical to its more affordable counterpart? It is a common challenge amo...
    14 Jun 2026
    LDPE vs HDPE Tubing Flexibility and Industrial Performance Guide
    The assumption that higher density always translates to superior industrial performance often leads to costly installation errors in confined environments. Whilst HDPE offers impressive tensile streng...
    13 Jun 2026
    Nylon vs Polyurethane Tubing for Pneumatics Engineering Comparison Guide
    Selecting the wrong pneumatic tubing isn't just a minor oversight; it's a calculated risk that often leads to catastrophic system failure and expensive downtime. You likely understand that whilst flex...
    12 Jun 2026
    Plastic Tubing Material Selection Guide for Industrial Engineering 2026
    A single specification error in polymer selection can lead to industrial system failures costing thousands of pounds in downtime and material waste. With the UK engineering plastics market estimated a...
    11 Jun 2026
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    Abbey Extrusions Ltd
    Unit 2, Ivanhoe Industrial Estate, Tournament Way, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, England, LE65 2UU

    Registered in England, company number: 1909175


    Call us on: 01530 416 177

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