Machined Components
Plastem are the experts in the precision machining of excellent quality plastic components. We create components of exceptional accuracy and quality, from prototyping through to full production. It’s a fact that in today’s fast-paced world time is critical. Plastem can be trusted to deliver your components on time, not just once but every time.
At Plastem we only machine plastics meaning cross-contamination with metal filings is almost impossible. This is an important consideration for medical, electronic and food-contact applications. Our experience with engineering plastics allows us to determine the optimal feeds and speeds required to achieve superior surface finishes. We understand which coolants are most suitable to specific materials and which plastics are more prone to heat distortion during machining, such as Polyethylene.
We use Autodesk Fusion 360 CAD software, enabling us to download your drawing files in various formats. Production planning and relevant document storage is done on a software system developed by our sister company Industrial Plastics Europe in Nieuwegein, Netherlands. From conception to completion, Plastem provides excellent technical consultation and where required, reverse engineering.
Our modern CNC machinery. CNC Turning machines include a 2025 PUMA 2100B lathe (Up to dia 250 mm), a 2026 LYNX 2100B lathe (Up to dia 200 mm) and a HAAS TL10 lathe (Up to dia 160 mm). Our CNC Milling sector comprises a large capacity Leadwell V-42i Vertical Machining Centre and a BY CNC Router. For manufacturing of chain guides and profiles we have a new state-of-the-art Martin T27 spindle moulder renowned for its precision and the quality finish of the items it produces. All machines are regularly serviced and kept in pristine condition.
Typical applications:
- Acetal bushing
- Acetal gears
- Acetal seals
- Conveyor belt flights
- Conveyor star wheels
- Cutting boards
- Nylon bushing
- Nylon pulleys
- Nylon sheaves
- Nylon sprockets
- Nylon wear pads
- Outrigger pads
- PEEK bearings
- PEEK components
- PEEK seals
- PEEK Valve seats
- Plastic profiles
- Plastic wearstrips
- PTFE gaskets
- PTFE seals
- PTFE valve seats
- Pump bushing
- PVDF components
- Sluice gate liners
- Thrust washers
- Truck bed liners
- UHMWPE chain guides
- UHMWPE change parts
- UHMWPE chute liners
- Valve components
- Ventilator components
- Wear shoes
From simple to complex geometries we deliver precise components which meet your exact specifications. Whether you are looking for a new supplier or simply wish to compare prices then we would welcome the opportunity to meet and better understand your particular requirements.