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We’re in the midst of exciting times at Alliance Rubber Company. We recently hosted Governor Beebe at our plant upon announcing our plans for a digital printer, which will allow us to create 15 more manufacturing jobs right here in Arkansas.  As if that wasn’t enough...

Packing is a daunting task for any traveler. This is especially the case when you are packing light. Deciding what to pack and what to leave home can be a tough call. However, you can expand your options without a bigger suitcase. All you need are rubber bands. Roll up your clothes and secure...

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Plenty of people apply this philosophy when dining out at Chinese and Japanese restaurants by using chopsticks to enjoy their food. Chopsticks can be tricky to handle for those accustomed to forks. Using this rubber band hack, you won’t go...

Knitting is a common craft people of all ages enjoy. Whether it’s a nice scarf or a pair of gloves, it’s fascinating to see the creations others knit together. Knitting clothing or accessories that fit well can be quite a challenge. It’s acceptable if the gloves you knit for...

We enjoy learning how our fans use rubber bands and are often impressed with the creativity and practicality of their uses. We recently discovered how to use our EPDM bands to create a greenhouse. This gardening rubber band hack helps: 1.  Transform any container into a miniature greenhouse. 2. ...

We have added an exciting element to our “Band Together, Buy American” campaign to increase your chances of winning a $5,000 trip to anywhere in the United States. Pretty great prize, right? Up until May, you only had one chance to enter into the contest. Now you increase your...

Hanging flyers and posters is a great way to spread the word about events, report lost pets and more. However, many poles are made of aluminum or steel, which are impossible to staple. Taping the signs presents a problem because a strong gust of wind can easily send the flyer... well, flying. The...

Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent Van Gogh once said, “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” We admire a great work of art that Preston Miller of Cleveland, N.C. made using rubber bands in 2013. Art is more than just wall paintings. The Oxford...

The tripod is arguably the best accessory ever created for photography and video. The use of a tripod stabilizes your shots and helps you capture moments in time in a smooth, professional-looking manner. Not a professional and don’t own a tripod? No problem. You can create one yourself...