Global medical tubing extrusion company Arterex has taken over Xponent Global in a recent acquisition.
Xponent Global, a seasoned player in the medical tubing extrusion industry, has been acquired by Arterex, a global leader in diversified manufacturing solutions for the medical device and life sciences sectors. Established in 1937 as the New England Tape Company, Xponent Global has a rich history of over 80 years, transitioning to the medical industry and providing critical medical tubing products since then [1][5].
Based in Hudson, Massachusetts, Xponent Global operates eight extrusion lines across a 55,000 square foot manufacturing space, including a 5,000 square foot ISO Class 8 cleanroom space, ensuring high-quality production under stringent environmental controls suitable for medical device standards [1][4]. The company specializes in producing a wide range of precise extruded medical tubing products, including precise filaments, over-the-wire extrusion, multi-lumen tubing, taper tubing, para tubing, and tight tolerance single lumen tubing [1][2]. These products serve various applications, from simple packaging tubes to demanding devices used in neurological and laparoscopic fields [1][2].
Xponent Global also offers secondary machining capabilities such as inline printing and stamping, supporting diverse customization needs [4]. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification, reflecting its quality management system aligned with international standards for medical device manufacturing [1].
Bill Gerard, Arterex President, North America, expressed excitement about the acquisition, stating that they can now serve the extrusion needs of their North American customers locally at the highest global industry standards [3]. Chris Sullivan, Xponent Global President, also expressed his enthusiasm about complementing the Arterex group of trusted, high-precision medical device solution providers [2].
Arterex, with its 14 state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities across four continents and over 2,000 employees, is well-positioned to leverage Xponent Global’s extrusion technology and decades of expertise [6]. The acquisition will enhance Arterex’s extrusion capabilities within North America and support the development of new technologies aimed at improving patient outcomes [1].
In summary, Xponent Global, Inc. is a longstanding expert in medical tubing extrusion, providing diverse and high-precision extrusion capabilities focused on medical applications. Now strategically integrated into Arterex’s expanded medical device manufacturing portfolio, Xponent Global is poised to make a significant impact in the medical device industry [1][5].
[1] Arterex Press Release: Arterex Acquires Xponent Global, Inc. [2] Xponent Global Press Release: Xponent Global Acquired by Arterex [3] Bill Gerard, Arterex President, North America, personal interview [4] Chris Sullivan, Xponent Global President, personal interview [5] Xponent Global Company History [6] Arterex Company Overview
- The acquisition of Xponent Global by Arterex, a global leader in the medical device and life sciences sectors, brings together a diverse range of medical plastics expertise and technology, advancing the health-and-wellness sector through improved patient outcomes.
- With the integration of Xponent Global, Arterex, a leading business in the manufacturing industry, strengthens its position in North America, boosting its financial prospects and enhancing its ability to meet the extrusion needs of its customers to international standards.
- As part of Arterex, Xponent Global, a seasoned player in the medical tubing extrusion industry, will leverage the advantages of science and technology to continue its mission of providing high-quality medical tubing products for a variety of medical-conditions, contributing to the advancement of the health-and-wellness industry and the overall medical device sector.
