Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Material Handling Solutions
O.A. Newton has been a leader in bulk material handling systems for over a century, serving global industries including plastics, tire manufacturing, and dry bulk solids processing. Founded in 1916 as a feed and chick business, the company evolved into a provider of engineered solutions for unloading, storage, conveying, and blending raw materials. Our expertise spans railcar unloading, pneumatic conveying, and control systems, with patented innovations like the Micro Ingredient Controller and Heated Screw Conveyor.Headquartered in Bridgeville, Delaware, we operate a 165,000-square-foot facility and deliver turnkey projects across North America, Europe, and Asia. Our fourth-generation leadership maintains a commitment to innovation, investing in a test lab for product development and equipment testing. Affiliated with the Maguire family of companies, we combine global reach with personalized service, ensuring reliability and technical excellence for every client.
Services
Railcar Unloading
Storage Silos
Pneumatic Conveying
Control Systems
Carbon Black Handling
Pelletizing Systems
Dust Collection
Extrusion Feed Systems
Details
- Year established: 1916
Highlights and features
- 100+ years of expertise in bulk material handling systems
- Patented technologies for precise ingredient control
- Global project experience across 6 continents
- Integrated test lab for equipment and process validation
- Affiliation with the Maguire family of plastics companies
What people say
Total professionalism
Significant efficiency gains
Flexible problem-solving
High-quality installations
Expert project management
Services
Railcar Unloading
Our railcar unloading systems efficiently transfer bulk materials like PVC powder and carbon black into storage. Using patented technologies, we ensure dust-free operation and minimal material waste. Systems integrate with downstream processes for seamless material flow in industrial settings.
Pneumatic Conveying
We design closed-loop pneumatic conveying systems for powders and resins. Our solutions prevent material degradation while maintaining throughput rates up to 15,000 lbs/hr. Systems include automated controls for pressure regulation and clog prevention in demanding environments.
Control Systems
Our PLC-based control systems manage entire material handling workflows. Features include real-time monitoring, recipe management, and remote diagnostics. Systems comply with industry standards for safety and operational efficiency in extrusion and compounding applications.
Carbon Black Handling
We provide enclosed systems for carbon black handling with explosion-proof components. Our patented heated screw conveyors maintain material consistency at temperatures up to 350F, meeting strict safety requirements in tire and ink production.
Test Lab Services
Our pilot plant supports WPC formulation testing and equipment validation. Capabilities include melt flow analysis, tensile testing, and process optimization trials. Clients access full-scale production simulations without disrupting existing operations.
People
Rob Rider Jr.
CEO
Fourth-generation leader with 25+ years in material handling. Oversees global operations and strategic growth initiatives while maintaining family ownership principles established in 1916.
Steve Maguire
Founder
Established Maguire Products in 1977 and built a plastics industry consortium. Provides strategic guidance as a minority owner, leveraging cross-company synergies for customer benefit.
Questions
What industries does O.A. Newton serve?
We specialize in plastics processing, carbon black handling, and dry bulk solids systems for industries like construction, tire manufacturing, and consumer goods.
What geographic areas do you operate in?
We deliver systems across North America, Mexico, Europe, Asia, and South America with global project experience.
What makes your material handling systems unique?
Our patented technologies, including the Heated Screw Conveyor and Micro Ingredient Controller, ensure precision and reliability in challenging applications.
Do you offer testing and development services?
Yes, our test lab provides equipment validation and product development support for wood-plastic composites and extrusion processes.
How does your company ensure system quality?
All components are manufactured in our Delaware facility with rigorous quality checks and come with a one-year workmanship guarantee.
Reviews (3)
Gary Robinette
Aug 07, 2021
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Try to support local businesses and have normally had a good experience. The guys are great to deal with and after hours it is convenient to visit the hardware side from the gift shop. Today however I needed a tool that was on the shelf and none in stock, the lady would not sell me the tool. I offered to pay full price for the item and come back Monday and get the remaining items or leave cash. I asked if she would call the owner, no luck.I live 2 miles away. I will just shop online from now on.
Chuck Tribbitt
Jul 21, 2020
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Has the biggest selection of Milwaukee tools I've ever seen. And they have lots of other hardware and tools items.
Michael Eszes
Jul 09, 2020
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Very clean place with knowledgeable and courteous employees. Also there is a gift shop attached to the main store with many unique items.