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Not Sure What Rubber You Need? Start Here
Ordering rubber products is easy enough when you know exactly what you need and a defined spec is available. However, what if that information has been lost? The answer is to start at "square one" and work your way up to an optimal solution. To that end you need to...
Weathering and Exposure Concerns
There is unfortunately some misinformation in the plastics world regarding weathering, exposure, and UV-resistance. In some cases where applications go wrong, customers simply did not consider how a certain plastic might handle being exposed to certain environmental...
Industry Spotlight: Construction
The construction industry is a cornerstone customer for Redwood Plastics and Rubber. We supply a vast array of stock shapes and fabricated parts to construction firms across the world. However, there are a few applications that are worth special attention. Dynamex(™)...
Redco™ Switchblade (Belt Scraper / Belt Cleaning)
Redco™ Switchblade™ is an innovated new conveyor belt cleaning system that replaces traditional scraper blades and belt wipers. The patented design uses a re-usable mounting base and a replaceable scraping blade section that can be quickly changed during routine...
Simplicity = Savings
Customers with a budget in mind often ask us how they can reduce the price of their part. They think that the price is always tied up in expensive material costs but in reality it's usually the labor costs or a complex mold that results in a high price. What you...
Redco 90A Polyurethane Forklift Socks
Redco Forklift socks are an upgrade over traditional low-grade cold bonded rubber socks. A "forklift sock" is an elastomer solution that provides a covering to forklift forks, this makes them less likely to damage sensitive equipment being lifted. The problem is that...
To Grease Or Not To Grease?
Whether or not to grease a plastic bushing is a frequently asked question, or even just an assumption customers make (that they need to). While there are times where greasing is important, and times where it is absolutely critical, in most cases with many materials...
24″ Diameter Tivar 88 Pipe Lining
The pictures below are of an application completed at our Langley, BC facility. This involved lining a steel pipe with an internal diameter of 24" inches and is a job we've done several times before. It's innovative work and we wanted to share some details and...
Industrial Plastics and Custom Colors
A common question we receive is "can I get this in a different color?". That is tough to answer in the world of industrial plastics! The short answer is many plastics are available in a variety of colors but price, availability, and minimum order quantity (MOQ) are...
Hiring Day | July 14
WHEN: Sat. JULY 14 9:30am - 1:00pm WHERE: 19695 92A Ave, Langley, BC V1M 3B3 We'll be conducting on-site interviews for a variety of positions including: Administrators General Labourers Urethane Leadhand Mechanical Designer Inside Sales Marketing Logistics CNC...
Yard Sale! We’re Blowing Out Inventory at 92A
We’re blowing out our off-cut and excess inventory! Select materials and products with drastically reduced prices. Sheet, Rod and Tube Plastics; UHMW, Nylon, Laminate, HDPE, etc. Industrial Rubber Sheet/Rolls/Extrusions; Neoprene, Silicone, Gum Rubber EPDM SBR...
Redwood Plastics and Rubber Appoints Nicholas Gavigan as Business Development Manager
Redwood Plastics and Rubber announced today the promotion of Nicholas Gavigan to Business Development Manger (BDM) for their flagship branch in Langley, BC. Nicholas has worked with Redwood Plastics and Rubber for two years with an impressive track record as a...
Industrial Plastic: Strengths And Limitations
One of the key questions we ask customers is "what is the application?" This question isn't asked in order to steal your idea but to ensure that the plastic you're looking for is optimal, or even workable in that application! Industrial plastics are excellent...
Redwood Plastics and Rubber Appoints Angela Rodenburgh as Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Redwood Plastics and Rubber, a leading distributor and manufacturer of performance plastics and rubber announced Angela Rodenburgh as the new VP of Sales & Marketing. Angela has worked with Redwood Plastics and Rubber for fifteen years within the management team...
Redwood Plastics and Rubber Announces Vice President of Sales Retirement
Redwood Plastics and Rubber today announced that following a distinguished career of over 38 years, Patrick Curley, the Vice President of Sales, will be retiring. “Pat has provided a wealth of experience, leadership, and mentorship, to the entire Redwood team. Pat has...