News

September 2010
Roo-Band Receives ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Steve YapDallas, TX – Roo-Band, Ltd has been granted ISO 9001:2008 certification by the International Organization for Standardization.  This certification states that the Quality Procedures for all of Roo-Band’s operations meet or exceed the standards set forth by the organization for excellence in business practices.  “We are proud to have received this certification”, said Tom Crouch, founder and President of Roo-Band.  “The high-quality of the products we manufacture and deliver is a direct result of the business practices we put in place on day one, and the constant monitoring of those practices.”  Roo-Band has received certificate #US3238.

August 2010
Roo-Band Relocates Overseas Inventory Operations to Expedite Deliveries

Steve YapDallas, TX – Roo-Band, Ltd. has relocated its overseas inventory and shipping operations into a new, state-of-the-art warehouse facility in Singapore.  With its larger capacity, Roo-Band’s new facility allows for an increase of on-the-ground inventory, helping expedite customer deliveries in the Asian-Pacific region.  Tom Crouch, founder and President of Roo-Band, states, “We are always looking for ways to improve our processes and this new facility is a big step in that direction.  Adding inventory in the region increases our ability to make deliveries in a quicker, more efficient manner for our customers.”

August 2010
Roo-Band Receives DNV Type Approval

Dallas, TX – Roo-Band, Ltd. has received a DNV Type Approval Certificate for its stainless steel cable tie line including rollerball, ladder, and releasable ties in both coated and uncoated versions. Certificate #E-10390 designates compliance with DNV Rules for the application of cables, outdoor and indoor, onboard ships and mobile offshore units.

August 2010
Roo-Band Hires Regional Sales Executive for Asia-Pacific Region

Steve YapDallas, TX – Roo-Band, LTD., manufacturers of high-quality, stainless steel cable ties and banding, has announced the hiring of Steve Yap as Sales Manager Asia in charge of Singapore’s sales operations. In his new role, Mr. Yap will be responsible for leading the overall sales effort in the Asia-Pacific region to include strategic planning, new market development, and the management of existing clients.

Prior to joining Roo-Band, Mr. Yap was employed by Lenn International Pte Ltd., a major distributor of General Cable in Southeast Asia. As Regional Sales & Operations manager, Mr. Yap oversaw all client support and development initiatives, as well as warehouse operations and logistics.

With considerable sales experience in Singapore and the surrounding areas, Mr. Yap plays a key role in driving Roo-Band’s continued growth and expansion. “Steve brings a lot of market knowledge and experience to the table.” says Roo-Band founder and President, Tom Crouch. “He provides our clients and prospects a dynamic point of contact in the Asia-Pacific region.”

April 2010
Roo-Band Secures Spy Island Project

GAS PlantJust off Alaska’s North Slope sits Spy Island, home to the offshore production site of Eni Petroleum’s Nikaitchuq Project. Recently, the installation of a new metering module at the site required nearly 12 miles of 15kv rated power cable to be attached to a pipeline running the length of the island. The scope of this project, combined with the environmental rigors of the oil patch, meant this would be no small task. Contracting engineers contacted Roo-Band to discuss their options and soon a bulk order of Roo-Band’s stainless steel cable banding was on its way to Spy Island. Durable and corrosion resistant, Roo-Band’s stainless steel bands successfully secured the cable to the pipe in five foot
intervals over the entire 12 mile length.


Feb. 2010
BT12000 Receives “Top Product” Recognition 

Roo-Band’s BT12000 QuikTie™ has been recognized by
Wire & CableTechnology International as a “Top Product” in their January/February 2010 issue.  Published annually, this issue puts a spotlight on products the WCTI staff deems “most relevant” of the past year.  Based on thestaff’s recommendations, the BT12000 received this honor for its ability to increase productivity during cable tie installation projects.

Oct. 2009
Top-Tier Cable Tie Installation Tool Ready For Action

GAS Plant Dallas, TX – Roo-Band, LTD. introduces its new cable tie installation tool, the BT12000 QuikTie™. Designed with a lithium-ion battery, the rugged BT12000 delivers longer-lasting power in a lighter, more compact tool. Featuring a 4:1 productivity advantage over standard tools, the BT12000 was built with speed and productivity in mind. Variable torque adjustment provides the BT12000 the necessary tension needed for uniform cable tie installation without the risk of damaging cable jackets. Teaming the BT12000 with Roo-Band’s roller ball and ladder style cable ties creates a powerfully secure cable restraining and bundling system. Designed to work seamlessly with Roo-Band ties of all widths, the BT12000 also features a built-in work light and a 30-minute battery recharge time.

Sept. 2009
Engineers avoid delays with shift to Roo-Band

GAS Plant Travel 140 km northwest of Dhaharan in Saudi Arabia and you’ll come across Saudi Aramco’s expansive Khursaniyah Oil and Gas Project. Covering 50 sq. km, this 3.6 billion USD production facility is a marvel of modern-day oil & gas technology. Engineers faced many obstacles during the construction of the Khursanivah facility, the most notable being a shortage of materials and equipment. Of particular concern were shipping delays with the critical cable ties that had been specified for the project. Time is money, and as the costly delays added up, it became clear that the current supplier would not be able to deliver. Seeking stainless steel cable ties that met, or exceeded, their current specifications, engineers made a shift to Roo-Band. With product stock already in the region, Roo-Band was able to quickly expedite shipments of its 360 degree coated and standard cable ties directly to the gas plant for installation. The combination of speed, availability, and quality made Roo-Band the logical choice for the Saudi-Aramcos Oil and Gas Project.

Aug. 2009
Roo-Band Banding Helps Island Home Withstand Katrina

In the early morning of August 29th, 2005, hurricane Katrina roared onto the shores of tiny Dauphin Island, Alabama. A Category 3 storm, Katrina unleashed damaging triple digit wind gusts along with an unrelenting tidal surge. While the ferocious winds lashed out, wreaking havoc on Dauphin Island, it was the tidal surge which ultimately proved most devastating. On the western tip of the island, small communities, evacuated long before the storm arrived, vanished - completely washed away by the wall of surging water. Of the handful of structures that survived the storm’s wrath, one happened to be owned by Ed Dowey. Ed, a Division Director with Summit Electric Supply, had reinforced his home during its construction with Roo-Band’s stainless steel banding. The home’s sturdy joints, wrapped in Roo-Band’s banding, proved a formidable opponent against Katrina’s fury. Resisting the storm’s devastating one-two punch, Ed’s home stood strong, remaining intact as the wind and water subsided. While many factors played into the success of Ed’s home, he’ll be the first to tell you that Roo-Band’s stainless steel banding played a significant role in this tale of survival.

In this photograph taken by National Geographic, Ed’s home is centered amongst three others near the bottom of the image.

Feb. 2009
Roo-Band Expands To Serve Asia-Pacific Region

Dallas, TX – Roo-Band, LTD., manufacturers of high-quality, stainless steel cable ties and banding, has expanded service into the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of its new Singapore sales and distribution center. Tom Crouch, founder and President of Roo-Band, states, “Investing in our sales and distribution infrastructure allows us to better serve our customers on a global scale.”

For increased customer service, Roo-Band houses its full line of products onsite in Singapore. “Maintaining a full line of inventory in Singapore enables us to expedite orders to our customers in the Asia-Pacific region”, explains Mr. Crouch.

Jan. 2009
United States Ambassador Welcomes Roo-Band to Singapore

Members of Roo-Band received a pleasant surprise during OSEA when Patricia L. Herbold, U.S. Ambassador to Singapore, stopped by their booth for a visit. Ambassador Herbold was attending the tradeshow to meet American companies doing business in Singapore’s oil and gas industry. Roo-Band’s founder and President, Tom Crouch, obliged by providing the ambassador a hands-on demonstration of Roo-Band’s product line of stainless steel cable ties, banding, and installation tools.

Roo-Band recently expanded service into the Asia-Pacific region with the opening of its new Singapore sales and distribution center. Mr. Crouch states, “Investing in our sales and distribution infrastructure allows us to better serve our customers on a global scale. ”

Jan. 2009
Roo-Band Hires New National Sales Manager

Dallas, TX – Roo-Band, LTD., manufacturers of high-quality, stainless steel cable ties and banding, has announced the appointment of Bodie Spangler as its new National Sales Manager. In this role, Mr. Spangler will be charged with leading all facets of U.S. business development, including strategic planning, new market segments, and the management of existing clients.

“We are proud to welcome Bodie to the Roo-Band team”, said founder and President, Tom Crouch. “His depth of experience, dynamic character, and Naval background will be an enormous asset in guiding Roo-Band towards achieving its future growth goals.”

Mr. Spangler brings to Roo-Band fifteen years of executive sales and marketing experience. Prior to his executive career he served as a Navy Lieutenant aboard the USS BOONE, earning the Navy Achievement Medal and the Surface Warfare Officer designation.

Established in 1999, Roo-Band is a worldwide supplier of stainless steel cable ties, banding, and installation tools. Roo-Band offers a full line of UL listed and DNV approved cable ties; including roller ball, ladder, and releasable styles, in both coated and uncoated finishes. Also available is an array of installation tools, both manual and battery-powered, to assist in the application of all ties and banding. For more information, contact Roo-Band, Ltd. at 214-360-7708.