Released on = December 1, 2006, 8:32 am

Press Release Author = NewAge Industries/AdvantaPure

Industry = Pharmaceuticals

Press Release Summary = AdvantaPure introduces GammaTag, the first and only
read/write RFID tag that's gamma radiation resistant. GammaTag is designed to
provide reliable electronic identification of single-use/disposable components used
in high-purity process industries, such as pharmaceutical, bioprocess/biomedical,
food and beverage, and medical device. GammaTag simplifies the sterilization of
process components because a complete system may be gamma irradiated as a unit.

Press Release Body = Southampton, PA - Now available exclusively from AdvantaPure is
GammaTag(TM), the first and only read/write RFID (radio frequency identification)
tag that's safely sterilizable by gamma radiation. GammaTag provides reliable
electronic identification and data storage of single-use/disposable components used
in critical process industries, such as pharmaceutical, bioprocess/biomedical, food
and beverage, and medical device.

According to AdvantaPure CEO Ken Baker, "RFID tags are used more and more in clean
applications because of their many advantages over traditional paper records and log
books." Tags provide a dependable electronic link to certifications, installation
instructions, warning notices, disposal procedures, and more. "But the options for
sterilization were limited," says Baker. "GammaTag addresses that issue by being
gamma irradiatable. It simplifies sterilization because a complete, single-use
process system may be gamma radiation sterilized as a unit."

GammaTag easily attaches to components such as sample and production bags, tanks,
filters, manifolds, tubing and hose, storage vessels, and to complete single-use
systems. Several attachment methods - silicone tape, watchband style holders,
pouches, and lamination - are available. GammaTag withstands gamma radiation up to
45 kGy (kilograys) and temperatures from -20°C (-4°F) to 85°C (185°F).

GammaTag's read/write ability makes it unique, as data may be written directly on
the tag, unlike read-only bar code labels or tags. In conjunction with a handheld
tag reader and software (known as PET, Process Equipment Tracking), GammaTag allows
access to the current status of process components on the spot - simply aim the
reader towards the tag to recall information or to write new data to the tag.

For more information on new GammaTag, contact the team at AdvantaPure, 145 James
Way, Southampton, PA 18966; phone 888-755-4370 or 215-526-2151; fax 888-258-4293 or
215-526-2167; e-mail: sales@advantapure.com; product-specific web site:
www.advantapure.com/gamma-rfid-tags.htm

About AdvantaPure(R) and NewAge(R) Industries:
AdvantaPure, a division of NewAge Industries, specializes in ultra-clean products
for the pharmaceutical, biomedical, food, beverage, and cosmetic industries. All
products are manufactured, stored, and shipped using the cleanest methods possible
to ensure unsurpassed product purity.

In business since 1954, NewAge Industries is a manufacturer and fabricator of
thermoplastic and thermoset tubing and hose, and a private-brand master distributor
of fittings and clamps. The company offers one of the broadest product lines of
tubing, hose, and fittings in the U.S., and its custom extrusion and fabrication
services are unrivaled. NewAge Industries maintains a large inventory and prides
itself on same-day shipment of 98% of orders for its core product lines.

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GammaTag(TM), NewAge(R), and AdvantaPure(R) are trademarks of NewAge(R) Industries,
Inc.

Web Site = http://www.advantapure.com/gamma-rfid-tags.htm

Contact Details = NewAge Industries/AdvantaPure
145 James Way, Southampton, PA 18966
215-526-2151, fax 215-526-2167
info@advantapure.com