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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.

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

19 Benefits of PU Tubing - A Comprehensive Guide to Polyurethane Tubes

Polyurethane Tubes (PU Tubes) are a popular choice across industries for their unique properties and wide range of applications. From pneumatic systems to medical devices, PU tubing offers you signifi...

6 Apr 2026

What Are Nylon Tubes Used For?

As you will find, Nylon tubes are widely used across industries for their high strength, flexibility, and chemical resistance. As a result, we will explore common and uncommon applications, ranging fr...

6 Apr 2026

What are the Benefits of Reinforced PVC Hose?

Reinforced PVC hoses are strong, multi-purpose, and durable braided hoses which are specifically designed to transport both pressurised and unpressurised: Liquids Chemicals Gases Its specialised desig...

6 Apr 2026

Understanding HGV Trailer Pelmet and Why It Is Important

Trailer pelmets may seem like a small detail, but they play a crucial role in keeping your curtain-sided trailer running smoothly and looking sharp. Why are they exactly important? Well, in this guide...

6 Apr 2026

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