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Redco™ Drive Couplers: Trusted by the Mining Industry
What are Redco™ Drive Couplers? Few industries are as gruelling and unforgiving as the mining industry. Between the harsh weather conditions and the constant need to keep operations moving smoothly, mining companies can’t afford to deal with parts that can’t keep up....
Improve PTFE Bonding with Etching
Redco™ PTFE (Polytrifluoroethylene) is one of our most popular materials at Redwood – and for good reason. With the lowest coefficient of friction, no water absorption, self-lubricating properties, and excellent chemical resistance, Redco™ PTFE is a high-performing...
Redwood Plastics and Rubber Appoints Nicholas Gavigan as VP of Sales
We are thrilled to announce that our Director of Sales – Canada Nicholas Gavigan has accepted the position as our new Vice-President of Sales! Nicholas started at Redwood eight years ago as one of our Outside Sales Representative in our Langley branch. He quickly...
Nylon vs. Polyurethane: Which Material is Right For Your Application?
As a leading supplier and distributor of performance plastics for various industries, Redwood offers a wide range of materials in various grades, types, and profiles. Two of our most popular materials, polyurethane and nylon, are often confused with each other as both...
Prevent Food Contamination with Redco™ Neptune™
Product contamination is an ever-present worry for businesses operating in the food and beverage industry. Not only can food and beverage contaminants result in injury or serious illness for consumers, but they also affect businesses tremendously in the form of costly...
Redwood Plastics and Rubber Appoints Jesús Zamora as President
Redwood Plastics and Rubber is proud to announce that Vice-President of Operations Jesús Zamora has accepted the role as our new President. Jesús will be succeeding COO Kris Fraser, who will be transitioning his focus to Redwood’s parent company The Redco Group....
Redwood Awarded at Langley Business Excellence Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Redwood Plastics & Rubber has been named as a finalist for the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce’s Environmental Leadership Award! This nomination is part of the 28th Annual Langley Business Excellence Awards, a unique...
Prevent Leaks and Contamination with Custom Gaskets
What are Gaskets? Gaskets are mechanical seals that fill the gap between two or more surfaces, resulting in a tight, secure seal that prevents liquid and temperature leaks, product loss, or pressure reduction. Gaskets play a vital role in the smooth operations of many...
Redwood Awarded at 2024 IAPD Annual Convention for Sustainability and Education Initiatives
We are thrilled to announce that Redwood Plastics & Rubber are the recipients of the International Association of Plastic Distributers’ (IAPD) Environmental Excellence Award and Education Circle of Champions Award. This announcement was made at the Opening General...
Case Study: Improve Insulation with Redco Cast Nylon
The Situation Based out of Bellingham, Washington, Coastline Equipment is a manufacturer of various food processing equipment. Often incorporating materials such as UHMW and cast nylon from Redwood, Coastline Equipment focuses primarily on processing fish and other...
How We Perform Material Testing
To ensure that our materials meet the requirements and expectations set out by our customers, Redwood Plastics & Rubber conducts a variety of material tests on a per order basis. Our team of experts perform these material tests with precision, care, and...
Tivar® 88 vs. Tivar® 88-2
With a low coefficient of friction and no moisture absorption, Redco™ Tivar® is noted for its performance in promoting the material flow of congested materials. Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of UHMW grades such as Redco™ Tivar® is vital for determining...
How Plastic Solutions Increase Safety in Mining Operations
Mining is a tough job. From harsh weather conditions to dangerous machinery, mining operations must be able to overcome many unique safety challenges that change on a daily basis. While modern advancements in personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols...
Reducing Maintenance with Polyurethane Pipes: Superior Abrasion Resistance
For mining operations, special attention to piping is needed to keep and maintain operations flowing. It’s not uncommon for metal pipes to leak or break due to significant wear and damage over time, and maintenance managers already anticipate that their metal pipes...
12 Commonly Used Materials for Rubber Extruded Products
What are Rubber Extruded Products? Rubber extruded products are highly popular due to their balance between high build quality and relative ease of production. Rubber extruded products are durable, long-lasting, flexible, and highly resistant to many different...