T ECHNOLOGY
Sponsored by RD Industries
SAFE, SUSTAINABLE DISPENSING TECHNOLOGY
RD Industries has spent more than five decades advancing safe fluid handling through patented dispensing technologies engineered for precision, compliance, and sustainability. Here, the company provides an overview of some of its innovations.
RD Industries (RDI), based in Omaha, Nebraska, is a U.S. leader in closed-loop chemical dispensing systems designed to improve safety, precision, and sustainability. Founded by inventor Rod Laible, the company transformed the category with its patented Dispensing Control Valve™ (DCV) and CapAdapter™ technologies which are now used globally across institutional, industrial and OEM markets.
At the core of RDI’s innovation is a simple, secure system. The DCV is press-fit into a container and remains closed until activated, preventing leaks and accidental exposure. The CapAdapter™, attached to the dispensing system, opens the valve to deliver controlled, pre-set dilution. Together, they enable spill-free dispensing while protecting workers, ensuring accurate chemical use, and supporting regulatory compliance. Features such as key-lock configurations, backflow prevention, and dry-break connections further reduce misuse, cross-contamination, and exposure risks in multi-product environments.
Dual-platform innovation
RDI stands out with a dual-platform approach that balances safety and sustainability:
• OneFlo®: An industry-first 100% polyethylene (PE) mono- material platform that is fully recyclable and aligned with evolving packaging regulations.
• SaFTFlo®: A highly customisable, safety-critical platform engineered for closed-loop performance in demanding applications.
This dual architecture allows OEMs to meet both environmental targets and stringent safety standards, with thousands of configuration options across global markets.
Core product ecosystem RDI’s solutions center around four integrated product categories:
• Dispensing Control Valves™ (DCV): Deliver controlled, automatic venting and spill-free dispensing with strong chemical isolation.
• Engineered CapAdapters™: Provide leak-free connections with options for key-lock security, color- coding, and backflow prevention.
• Dosing & Dispensing Accessories: Include Venturi dispensers, portable units, docking stations, and drip- resistant pumps for precise application.
• Ship Caps: Protect containers during transport and support UN certification, with liner-free recyclable options available.
Together, these components create a complete closed-loop ecosystem that ensures safe handling, accurate dilution, and operational efficiency.
Engineering and manufacturing excellence RDI operates as an engineering partner rather than a commodity supplier. Its vertically integrated capabilities include rapid prototyping, full tooling control, custom automation, and precision quality systems. Advanced additive manufacturing—such as hybrid metal 3D printing—enables faster mold production, improved part performance, and reduced time to market. Features like conformal cooling and integrated venting enhance mold efficiency while minimising complexity and cost.
With ISO 9001:2015 certification and deep expertise in chemical compatibility, RDI helps OEMs accelerate development cycles while reducing risk and ensuring compliance.
Sustainable, US-based production All products are manufactured in the United States, providing consistent quality, shorter lead times, and supply chain reliability. RDI’s operations emphasise waste reduction, energy efficiency, and recyclable materials, aligning with global ESG and circular economy goals. Customers benefit from lower total cost of ownership through reduced scrap, improved uptime, and scalable production.
A trusted partner for the future With more than 50 years of innovation, RDI continues to lead in safe, compliant fluid dispensing. Its proprietary technologies, dual-platform strategy, and customer-centric engineering approach position the company as a preferred global partner for chemical formulators and OEMs seeking cleaner, safer, and more sustainable dispensing solutions.
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