Abbott’s plant uses state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation for safe, quality and efficient operations.

Suitable for a variety of fluid transfer applications, NewAge Clearflo Ag-47 antimicrobial PVC tubing is manufactured from a clear, flexible, phthalate-free PVC compound; it contains a silver ion additive on all the tubing surfaces to guard against microorganisms such as E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella, Legionella, MRSA, Campylobacter and Pseudomonas.

 Over the last 10 to 15 years, more low- and high-acid products have been processed in ways designed to kill bacteria and extend the life of foods and liquids. Retort-style thermal processing, chilling and refrigeration steps and the use of preservatives remain the most common routes to produce shelf-stable foods and beverages in the US.