How to Choose the Best Partner for Your Plastics Manufacturing

Computer numerical control (CNC) machining is an automated reductive process guided by computer-aided design (CAD). It takes less time and human labor than some other techniques, and reduces the risk of human error as it precisely replicates parts. We can manage high-volume production with a range of CNC processes, including drilling, forming, grinding, sanding, punching, milling, tooling, welding, and more.

This process is commonly used for prototyping before beginning a major production run. It allows for extreme accuracy in even the most complex designs. At Emco, we use our Multicam 2000 to cut and polish pieces from substrates up to one inch thick. Applications include machining control panels, etching nameplates and signs, raster engraving, shaping acrylic edges for a high-quality finish, and vector cutting.

Welding isn't just for metal. Certain plastics, including chlorinated polyvinylchloride, polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinylchloride, and polyvinyldenefluoride, can be welded together via a manual welding process. You can only weld the same type of plastic with itself; for example, polyurethane can only be welded to polyurethane, but not to polyethylene or other types of plastic. The welding methods are common for making ducts and fittings, fume hoods, molded tanks for wastewater treatment and chemical processes, sinks with one-piece cabinets, spin dryers, and more.

Rough plastic edges look unfinished and unprofessional. We offer polishing and buffing to create smooth finished surfaces that reflect the high quality of your product and brand. We can create various types of finishes, including milled edges with a frosted finish, flame-polished edges for decorative purposes, full- and half-beveled softened edges, roundover edges, and bullnose edges.

This fabrication method involves placing a thin sheet of plastic over a mold, and using heat to soften the plastic until it takes the form of the mold. It offers several advantages, including a low production cost, and it can be used with various plastic materials and sheet thicknesses. The plastic retains a uniform thickness and its pre-process surface finish after the oven forming process is complete.

This is similar to drape forming, but the plastic is heated before being placed over the mold. It's a useful technique when producing parts with multiple components, as vacuum forming is quick and efficient with low tooling costs.

This is a fast process that's used to make many consumer goods. At Emco, we offer turnkey injection molding services, including design and engineering, testing and modifying, and packaging and shipping.

We specialize in custom solutions to create precise components while minimizing waste. Our state-of-the-art facility can produce tolerances within ±0.005 inches with close-tolerance plastics, and we can machine plastic substrates as thin as 0.001 inches. Techniques include die cutting, drape forming, edge finishing, infrared heating, sand blasting, solvent welding, thermoforming, and more.

Computer numerical control (CNC) machining is an automated reductive process guided by computer-aided design (CAD). It takes less time and human labor than some other techniques, and reduces the risk of human error as it precisely replicates parts. We can manage high-volume production with a range of CNC processes, including drilling, forming, grinding, sanding, punching, milling, tooling, welding, and more.