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August 2006

Kent Elastomer Acquires Dip-Molded Products From Hospira

Kent, Ohio, Aug. 2, 2006 -- Kent Elastomer Products, Inc., a division of Meridian Industries, Inc. has announced that it has acquired the dip-molded products line of Hospira, Inc.

Founded in 1960, Kent Elastomer is a leading provider of dip-molded natural rubber latex and extruded TPE tubing products as well as a manufacturer of latex or non-latex dip-molded parts and PVC tubing.

Murray Van Epp, President of Kent Elastomer, commented, “We are very excited at the opportunity to enhance our capabilities in dip-molded products. This acquisition will provide us with new materials (synthetic polyisoprene and metal impregnated compounds) as well as improved dipping technology and equipment. It expands our product offerings to include bellows, specialty gloves, neck seals, and a variety of other unique shapes and sizes.”

As a result of the acquisition, Kent Elastomer will be constructing a 4,000 square foot addition and making substantial plant infrastructure changes to its existing facilities in Kent and Winesburg, Ohio, to accommodate the added equipment, inspection, inventory, and personnel requirements.

January 2008

Kent Elastomer Hires New Quality Assurance Manager

We are pleased to announce Beverly Kiglics as our new Manager of Quality Assurance. Beverly’s most recent work experience has been with Linde Gas, a global manufacturer of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, in the position...

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April 2007

New Technical Data Sell Sheets Detail Extensive Product Lines

Kent, Ohio, April 2007 -- Kent Elastomer Products, Inc., a subsidiary of Meridian Industries, Inc., and a leading provider of thermoplastic elastomer tubing, natural rubber latex tubing, and dip-molded parts for the medical, dental, food/beverage...

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Feburary 2006

Kent Elastomer Introduces New Silicone Replacement Tubing

K-4156 Thermoplastic Rubber Tubing, an extruded silicone replacement compound, is available from Kent Elastomer Products. Ideal for the food and beverage industry where high temperature stability is not vital, translucent K-4156 meets FDA food grade requirements...

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