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Custom Extrusions
CUSTOM
EXTRUSIONS
What is it?
Plastic extrusion is the continuous process of shaping a fixed, cross-sectional profile by forcing raw materials in the form of plastic granules though a die. The granules are fed from a top mounted hopper into the barrel of the extruder and then heated and mixed. The melted granules are pushed into the die, which shapes the molten plastic into the desired shape. The compound is then pushed through the extrusion tool, passed through a series of forming gates and is cooled with chilled water.
Plastic profiles are extruded in continuous lengths which is achieved by pulling the finished product out of a die. This is pulled through an automated cutting system and then cut to a pre-determined length.
Extrusion is an economical manufacturing option as it is a highly efficient process and there is minimal material waste.
In-house tooling die manufacturing facility
We have a fully equipped in-house die tooling facility which means that we are very efficient in the process of producing custom extrusions. This is particularly helpful for our customers as it means we have an extremely fast turnaround and we can easily make modifications to the tooling prior to approval. Custom tooling normally takes between three and four weeks.
All dies are made in-house our with our partners by highly skilled technicians using the latest CAD-CAM software and EDM (Electric Discharge Machining).
Do you need a custom extrusion?
Let us know your requirements and our experienced technicians will consider whether you need a custom extrusion. It may be that one of our stock extrusions will meet your needs thereby being more cost effective for you. If you need a custom extrusion this is the process it will follow:
01: QUOTATION
Expert advice will be provided and we will co-operate with you to ensure the finished product meets your specification. A production drawing will be created including agreed tolerances which we will send you for approval.
02: TOOLING
In-house tooling means that tools can be developed and modified quickly and we have complete control over quality.
03: TRIALS
This is the process of ensuring the newly produced tooling meets your exact requirements for your finished product.
04: APPROVAL
We will send you samples for approval prior to starting the main production run and modifications will be made if necessary.
05: PRODUCTION
We have a fast turnaround on production as everything is produced on site and we manufacture 24 hours a day.
06: DELIVERY
We will despatch your goods to the required destination or you may arrange collection using your own delivery company.