colder products company expands small bore connector offering to widen range of applications

st. paul, minn. – june 8, 2009 – colder products company, the leader in connections for medical devices, announces an expansion to the highly successful src product line. the addition of a cap and plug enhances the options available to medical device oems as they look for safe alternatives to luer fittings. the src cap and plug can be used as a dust cap to keep the fluid path free from contamination or to seal off the fluid path upon disconnection, preventing drips and spills. the result is a cleaner connection and a safer work environment for patients and healthcare professionals. the intuitive design of the src cap and plug enables quick and easy sealing of tubing lines, even in fast-paced healthcare environments.

“the tethered cap and plug enhancement was designed in direct response to customer feedback about the features needed in a small bore connector,” said jim brown, medical business unit manager, colder products company. “in addition to the safety of preventing misconnections with luer fittings, the src cap and plug protects medical fluids and prevents messy drips and spills. the integral tether allows it to be used as a cap or plug, therefore allowing customers to purchase only one part, reducing inventory and overall costs.” colder products company�

the src cap and plug is constructed of medical-grade, animal-free material to meet biocompatibility and other application requirements, including sterilization by irradiation or eto. the unique, patent-pending design creates a reliable seal to ensure there are no drips or leaks, keeping the area around the connection and the flow path clean. for more information about pricing and availability, please contact colder products company’s inside sales department at 651-645-0091 or 800-444-2474. # # #

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colder products company is a leading provider of quick disconnect couplings to industrial, life sciences and chemical handling markets. for a free catalog cd or more information, contact: colder products company, 1001 westgate drive, st. paul, mn 55114. phone: 651-645-0091. toll-free: 800-444-2474. fax: 651-645-5404. web: www.colder.com. cpc, colder products and colder products company are registered trademarks with the u.s. patent & trademark office