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DESIGN TO MOULDING
TEX PLASTICS BARNSTAPLE TEX PLASTICS DERBY
FINISHING & ASSEMBLY STOCK TO LOGISTICS
Tel: 0845 250 7321Aviemore Industrial Estate, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 2EUFax: 01271 379230 Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0845 250 7322Wetherby Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8HLFax: 01332 292186 Email: [email protected]
Map data ©2018 Google Map data ©2018 Google
If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter please [email protected]
Helping you reduceoverall production costs
Find out how much you could be saving with our FREE Audit Call 0845 250 7321 Barnstaple or 0845 250 7322 Derby
Q09202Q06396
Technical Moulding, Intelligent Polymer Selection and Lean Supply Chain Solutions
Find out how much you could be saving...
The Free Audit will provide you witha ‘no-obligation’ 360 analysis ofyour product and supply chain.TEX pursues optimum streamliningthroughout the entire manufacturingprocess by eliminating non-value added services and enhancing yourmanufacturing process. This will beunder a Non Disclosure Agreement sothat you can be assured of completeconfidentiality.
Call us with your component needsand we will provide a rapid estimateof what we feel your product couldbe produced for. If you decide this is of interest then we will proceed toproduce a Quick Quote, which willprovide you with a binding contractedproduction price for a set period.
Spring 2019Custom Plastic Moulding UK
Bespoke moulding solutions fromconcept, prototype and 3D printing tofull production manufacture.
Plastic mouldings are in a range of customcolours, shapes and sizes for high volumeand technical plastic injection mouldingapplications.
Re-shoring plastic moulding back to the UKWith off-shore custom plastic mouldingpresenting increasing supply chain challenges,more UK manufacturers are re-shoringmanufacturing back to the UK. With currencyfluctuation, turnaround timescales and potentialcustoms hold-ups, the trend is to seek out UKpartners for custom plastic manufacture.
Providing UK manufacturers withtechnical plastic injection mouldingWhether you have a plastic componentmanufactured overseas and are looking toconsolidate your manufacturing back to theUK or you’re starting from scratch, Tex Plasticswho offer concept design, injection moulding,tooling, plastics manufacture, assembly andpackaging, plus warehousing and distributioncan help you find the right solution.
Painting injection moulded parts in-house
Is injection moulding environmentally friendly?With the focus on plastics, the environment and greencredentials within the supply chain, more and more businessesare asking us – is injection moulding environmentally friendly?
Tex Plastics making our Injection Moulding moreenvironmentally friendly.Injection moulding is an energy hungry process creating plastic products, but given the need for the components we manufacture, it is ourenvironmental consciousness which drives us to continually review andreduce our ecological footprint.
Designing out the CO2 impactIn addition to energy and material usage, one other core element Tex Plastics arehighly efficient at is the reduction of waste. As advocates of lean manufacturing,the 5S process ensures we manufacture as efficiently as possible. The TexPlastics design team will take you through our Design For Manufacture (DFM)process, to ensure you are aware of how you can minimise your productsecological footprint through optimising parts, process and logistics.
parts in-houseparts in-house
Is injection moulding
REDU
CING
CO2REDUCING W
ASTE
RECYCLING PLASTICS
REDU
CING
CO2REDUCING
WA
WA
WSASA TE
RECYCYC CLING PLALAL SASA TICS
Tex Plastics are now able to paint injectionmoulded parts in-house thanks to theinvestment of a state of the art spray booth. This reduces the component movements reducing the C02 footprintand adds to the significant value added solutions Tex Plastics areable to offer.
Spray Painting for injection moulded plasticsPlastic is spray-painted for a variety of reasons, including aesthetics,for UV protection and other specialist functional or tactile coatings.Our ‘post-moulding’ painting and finishing in-house departmentprovides a complete palette of services:• Hand Preparation and Patching• Anti-Microbial coating• RFI and EMI Shielding (Sprayed Coatings)• Smooth Coating• Texture Coating• High Gloss Clear Coat Finishing• Multi-Colour Surface Finishes
In-house resources for injection moulded painted ordecorative surfacesIf you require painted surfaces or decorative surfaces, Tex Plastics hasthe in-house resources. Tex Plastics can offer a wide range of paintingand printing capabilities, including premium surface finishing inpolished, textured, printed or painted. Whether you require a metallicfinish or Anti-Microbial coating, our finishing and assembly options arecomprehensive and will provide you with the right solution.
Find out how much you could be saving with our FREE Audit Call 0845 250 7321 Barnstaple or 0845 250 7322 Derby Helping you reduce overall production costs
Sort
Set
Shine
StandardiseSustain
How can wekeep all shiftsperforming tasksin the same way?How can we
keep theworkplaceclean and neat?
What’s the bestplace to allowfor quick andeasy retrieval?
What needsto be presentand what canbe removed?
How can youkeep the 5Srunning smoothlyand everyoneinvolved?
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3
2
1
Shine
StandardiseSustain
How can we
workplaceclean and neat?
45
StandardiseHow can wekeep all shiftsperforming tasksin the same way?How can we
clean and neat?
How can youkeep the 5Srunning smoothlyand everyoneinvolved?
5 Key reasons OEMoutsources injectionmoulding
When a leading OEM in the constructionsector needed to expand production,they reviewed their core manufacturingrequirements and chose to outsourceplastic injection moulding to Tex Plastics.
How much more efficientcan injection mouldingmachines get?
Tex Plastics are currently testingenvironmentally efficient injectionmoulding machines which could reduceenergy consumption by almost 70%.
Tex Plastics chosen over European moulders Design for Manufacturing Injection Moulding
Lean 5S and PlasticInjection Moulding
What impacts on the energy efficiencyof injection moulding machines?An injection moulding machine has seven mainfunctions that use energy: plastification, barrelheating, platen movement, injection, clampingpressure, ejection, and barrel retraction. Allseven can be made more energy efficient.Efficiency, typically measured in kilowatt-hoursper kilogram of material (kWh/kg), is differentfor each moulded part, depending on melttemperature, part weight, cycle time, machinesize, and machine efficiency.
Hydraulic injection moulding machinesHydraulic machines have a hydraulic motorwith the costs lower than an electric one.With the hydraulic motor, higher energy canbe reached, therefore also higher injectionpressures compared to an electric motor.The main disadvantage of a hydraulicinjection moulding machine is the highconsumption of electric energy.
All-electric injection moulding machinesThanks to the precision of the electricdevices, the all-electric machines allowproduction efficiency, greater repeatability, areduced noise and shorter injection times dueto dynamic servo-motors with breath-takingacceleration performance. This in turn meansa better quality of the products produced.
5 Key reasons for outsourcing theirinjection mouldingWhen questioned about their decision tooutsource their injection moulding to TexPlastics, the OEM gave some insightfulfeedback.
1) Cost Savings2) Improved Quality, Optimal Value3) Streamlined Inventory4) Economics of Scale5) The Impact of Experience
When these factors were consideredthe OEM chose to outsource theirplastic injection mouldingThe OEM found the challenge of injectionmoulding in-house often lead to inefficienciesand costly, time-consuming issues despitebest efforts to streamline processes. Thiswas because of the high quality and quickturnaround they required when producingtheir custom plastic components. Bypartnering with a trusted injection moulderlike Tex Plastics they had a highly reliableturnkey solution for plastic injection mouldedpart production. They also gained access tocutting-edge equipment and can work with ahighly skilled, experienced team deliveringlower costs as well as higher quality.
What is 5S and how does it improveyour plastic injection moulded parts?The world’s most efficient moulders performthe 5S System on a daily basis to establishand preserve workplace organisation. 5S is abasic foundation of lean manufacturingsystems. ‘A place for everything, andeverything in its place’ is the mantra of the 5SSystem. It’s a tool for ensuring workplaceimprovement and incorporates storage andworkspace systems. The result is an improvedmanufacturing process and the lowest overallcost for goods produced.
The 5 pillars of a visual workplaceThe 5S System reduces waste and optimisesproductivity through maintaining an orderlyworkplace and using visual cues to achievemore consistent operational results.
The term 5S refers to five steps:Sort – All unneeded tools, parts and suppliesare removed from the areaSet in order – A place for everything andeverything in it’s placeShine – The area is cleaned as the work isperformedStandardise – Cleaning and identificationmethods are consistently appliedSustain – 5S is a habit and is continuallyimproving the company culture
The advantages from implementingthe 5S SystemThe 5S System at Tex Plastics is implemented insmall teams, working together to get materialscloser to operations, right at workers fingertipsand organised and labelled to facilitate operationswith the smallest amount of wasted time andmaterials. Applying 5S has enabled faster set uptimes, reduced operating costs, a visuallyattractive workspace and higher employee morale.
UK injection moulding delivered greatercosts savings When considering suppliers for the plasticcomponents the OEM looked to Europeanplastic injection moulders as their parentcompany was based in Germany. However, TexPlastics operations at Barnstaple and Derbygeographically matched the UK based OEMs’manufacturing and conversion facilities in theSouth West and Midlands.
Design team and face to face flexibilityTex Plastics are supplying product anddelivering the client cost savings, this is partlybecause they are buying product in Sterling.Also because using a Derby based supplierrather than a European one, the delivery costsare lower and scheduling is more flexible.Understanding our clients better has revealedgreat opportunities to help identify where theycan reduce significant costs.
Tex Plastics practises the lean 5S Systemwhich means our clients benefit by having faster set-uptimes and reduced operating costs.
Leading UK based vehicle conversion specialists needed to source the manufacture ofplastic components for their workplace storage equipment – Tex Plastics are a perfect fit.
The implementation of Design For Manufacturing (DFM) practices varies by engineeringdiscipline and manufacturing process, but here at Tex Plastics, they relate mostly toplastic injection moulding to bring plastic product concepts to life.
What is DFM?In broadest terms, DFM is the process ofconsciously and proactively designing productsto optimise all facets of injection mouldingmanufacturing. DFM simultaneously helpsensure cost and time efficiencies, quality,regulatory compliance and end user satisfaction.
The importance of DFM and goodengineering practicesThe main goal of DFM is to ensure products arenot only functional to their original purpose butalso optimally designed for the process in which itwill be manufactured. Ensuring a product followsDFM practices means that the part you see on thecomputer screen will be able to be manufacturedand its production will run cost-effectively.
Plastic injection moulders within-house finishing and assemblyTex Plastics offer a lot more than just injection moulding – Tex Plastics cansupport your new product development process with technical services,helping you to get your products to market quickly and successfully.
Higher repeatability and quality toensure industry-leading standards• Advice on design for injection moulding• Mouldflow simulation• Prototyping• Materials selection advice• Advanced Quality Planning• Tooling trials and statistical process
capability studies• Dimensional reports• Gauge repeatability and reproducibility
studies• Pre-production validation runs• Warehouse storage for customers for
materials and stock
Reducing your costs and carbonfootprintOur plastic injection moulding services do notstop when the parts eject from the mouldingmachine. Plastic components sometimes requireadditional work to achieve the finished partspecified. Typical moulders outsource managedservices. However, Tex Plastics have invested indedicated finishing and assembly departmentsto fulfil the post moulding operations.
Helping you reduce operational costsand improve qualityWith a dedicated area to complete lightassembly operations, Tex Plastics has theexpertise and facilities to provide a wide rangeof assembly services tailored to individualcustomer requirements. Enabling ourcustomers to reduce operational costs andimprove quality. As with everything we do,quality is our main priority, all our work isaccredited to ISO 9001:2015 standards.
A range of in-house post mouldingservicesPacking, Inserting, Drilling, Milling, Machining,Finishing, Marking, and Assembly – Injectionmoulding is not always a fully automatedprocess as machine operators may be requiredat the press and operations may have to becompleted outside of the production cycle. TexPlastics post moulding finishing and assemblyexpertise provides customers with the peace ofmind that their injection moulded products areprofessionally project managed from conceptionthrough to mass volume manufacture, assemblyand delivery.
Find out how much you could be saving with our FREE Audit Call 0845 250 7321 Barnstaple or 0845 250 7322 Derby Helping you reduce overall production costs
Sort
Set
Shine
StandardiseSustain
How can wekeep all shiftsperforming tasksin the same way?How can we
keep theworkplaceclean and neat?
What’s the bestplace to allowfor quick andeasy retrieval?
What needsto be presentand what canbe removed?
How can youkeep the 5Srunning smoothlyand everyoneinvolved?
45
3
2
1
Shine
StandardiseSustain
How can we
workplaceclean and neat?
45
StandardiseHow can wekeep all shiftsperforming tasksin the same way?How can we
clean and neat?
How can youkeep the 5Srunning smoothlyand everyoneinvolved?
5 Key reasons OEMoutsources injectionmoulding
When a leading OEM in the constructionsector needed to expand production,they reviewed their core manufacturingrequirements and chose to outsourceplastic injection moulding to Tex Plastics.
How much more efficientcan injection mouldingmachines get?
Tex Plastics are currently testingenvironmentally efficient injectionmoulding machines which could reduceenergy consumption by almost 70%.
Tex Plastics chosen over European moulders Design for Manufacturing Injection Moulding
Lean 5S and PlasticInjection Moulding
What impacts on the energy efficiencyof injection moulding machines?An injection moulding machine has seven mainfunctions that use energy: plastification, barrelheating, platen movement, injection, clampingpressure, ejection, and barrel retraction. Allseven can be made more energy efficient.Efficiency, typically measured in kilowatt-hoursper kilogram of material (kWh/kg), is differentfor each moulded part, depending on melttemperature, part weight, cycle time, machinesize, and machine efficiency.
Hydraulic injection moulding machinesHydraulic machines have a hydraulic motorwith the costs lower than an electric one.With the hydraulic motor, higher energy canbe reached, therefore also higher injectionpressures compared to an electric motor.The main disadvantage of a hydraulicinjection moulding machine is the highconsumption of electric energy.
All-electric injection moulding machinesThanks to the precision of the electricdevices, the all-electric machines allowproduction efficiency, greater repeatability, areduced noise and shorter injection times dueto dynamic servo-motors with breath-takingacceleration performance. This in turn meansa better quality of the products produced.
5 Key reasons for outsourcing theirinjection mouldingWhen questioned about their decision tooutsource their injection moulding to TexPlastics, the OEM gave some insightfulfeedback.
1) Cost Savings2) Improved Quality, Optimal Value3) Streamlined Inventory4) Economics of Scale5) The Impact of Experience
When these factors were consideredthe OEM chose to outsource theirplastic injection mouldingThe OEM found the challenge of injectionmoulding in-house often lead to inefficienciesand costly, time-consuming issues despitebest efforts to streamline processes. Thiswas because of the high quality and quickturnaround they required when producingtheir custom plastic components. Bypartnering with a trusted injection moulderlike Tex Plastics they had a highly reliableturnkey solution for plastic injection mouldedpart production. They also gained access tocutting-edge equipment and can work with ahighly skilled, experienced team deliveringlower costs as well as higher quality.
What is 5S and how does it improveyour plastic injection moulded parts?The world’s most efficient moulders performthe 5S System on a daily basis to establishand preserve workplace organisation. 5S is abasic foundation of lean manufacturingsystems. ‘A place for everything, andeverything in its place’ is the mantra of the 5SSystem. It’s a tool for ensuring workplaceimprovement and incorporates storage andworkspace systems. The result is an improvedmanufacturing process and the lowest overallcost for goods produced.
The 5 pillars of a visual workplaceThe 5S System reduces waste and optimisesproductivity through maintaining an orderlyworkplace and using visual cues to achievemore consistent operational results.
The term 5S refers to five steps:Sort – All unneeded tools, parts and suppliesare removed from the areaSet in order – A place for everything andeverything in it’s placeShine – The area is cleaned as the work isperformedStandardise – Cleaning and identificationmethods are consistently appliedSustain – 5S is a habit and is continuallyimproving the company culture
The advantages from implementingthe 5S SystemThe 5S System at Tex Plastics is implemented insmall teams, working together to get materialscloser to operations, right at workers fingertipsand organised and labelled to facilitate operationswith the smallest amount of wasted time andmaterials. Applying 5S has enabled faster set uptimes, reduced operating costs, a visuallyattractive workspace and higher employee morale.
UK injection moulding delivered greatercosts savings When considering suppliers for the plasticcomponents the OEM looked to Europeanplastic injection moulders as their parentcompany was based in Germany. However, TexPlastics operations at Barnstaple and Derbygeographically matched the UK based OEMs’manufacturing and conversion facilities in theSouth West and Midlands.
Design team and face to face flexibilityTex Plastics are supplying product anddelivering the client cost savings, this is partlybecause they are buying product in Sterling.Also because using a Derby based supplierrather than a European one, the delivery costsare lower and scheduling is more flexible.Understanding our clients better has revealedgreat opportunities to help identify where theycan reduce significant costs.
Tex Plastics practises the lean 5S Systemwhich means our clients benefit by having faster set-uptimes and reduced operating costs.
Leading UK based vehicle conversion specialists needed to source the manufacture ofplastic components for their workplace storage equipment – Tex Plastics are a perfect fit.
The implementation of Design For Manufacturing (DFM) practices varies by engineeringdiscipline and manufacturing process, but here at Tex Plastics, they relate mostly toplastic injection moulding to bring plastic product concepts to life.
What is DFM?In broadest terms, DFM is the process ofconsciously and proactively designing productsto optimise all facets of injection mouldingmanufacturing. DFM simultaneously helpsensure cost and time efficiencies, quality,regulatory compliance and end user satisfaction.
The importance of DFM and goodengineering practicesThe main goal of DFM is to ensure products arenot only functional to their original purpose butalso optimally designed for the process in which itwill be manufactured. Ensuring a product followsDFM practices means that the part you see on thecomputer screen will be able to be manufacturedand its production will run cost-effectively.
Plastic injection moulders within-house finishing and assemblyTex Plastics offer a lot more than just injection moulding – Tex Plastics cansupport your new product development process with technical services,helping you to get your products to market quickly and successfully.
Higher repeatability and quality toensure industry-leading standards• Advice on design for injection moulding• Mouldflow simulation• Prototyping• Materials selection advice• Advanced Quality Planning• Tooling trials and statistical process
capability studies• Dimensional reports• Gauge repeatability and reproducibility
studies• Pre-production validation runs• Warehouse storage for customers for
materials and stock
Reducing your costs and carbonfootprintOur plastic injection moulding services do notstop when the parts eject from the mouldingmachine. Plastic components sometimes requireadditional work to achieve the finished partspecified. Typical moulders outsource managedservices. However, Tex Plastics have invested indedicated finishing and assembly departmentsto fulfil the post moulding operations.
Helping you reduce operational costsand improve qualityWith a dedicated area to complete lightassembly operations, Tex Plastics has theexpertise and facilities to provide a wide rangeof assembly services tailored to individualcustomer requirements. Enabling ourcustomers to reduce operational costs andimprove quality. As with everything we do,quality is our main priority, all our work isaccredited to ISO 9001:2015 standards.
A range of in-house post mouldingservicesPacking, Inserting, Drilling, Milling, Machining,Finishing, Marking, and Assembly – Injectionmoulding is not always a fully automatedprocess as machine operators may be requiredat the press and operations may have to becompleted outside of the production cycle. TexPlastics post moulding finishing and assemblyexpertise provides customers with the peace ofmind that their injection moulded products areprofessionally project managed from conceptionthrough to mass volume manufacture, assemblyand delivery.
DESIGN TO MOULDING
TEX PLASTICS BARNSTAPLE TEX PLASTICS DERBY
FINISHING & ASSEMBLY STOCK TO LOGISTICS
Tel: 0845 250 7321Aviemore Industrial Estate, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 2EUFax: 01271 379230 Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0845 250 7322Wetherby Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8HLFax: 01332 292186 Email: [email protected]
Map data ©2018 Google Map data ©2018 Google
If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter please [email protected]
Helping you reduceoverall production costs
Find out how much you could be saving with our FREE Audit Call 0845 250 7321 Barnstaple or 0845 250 7322 Derby
Q09202Q06396
Technical Moulding, Intelligent Polymer Selection and Lean Supply Chain Solutions
Find out how much you could be saving...
The Free Audit will provide you witha ‘no-obligation’ 360 analysis ofyour product and supply chain.TEX pursues optimum streamliningthroughout the entire manufacturingprocess by eliminating non-value added services and enhancing yourmanufacturing process. This will beunder a Non Disclosure Agreement sothat you can be assured of completeconfidentiality.
Call us with your component needsand we will provide a rapid estimateof what we feel your product couldbe produced for. If you decide this is of interest then we will proceed toproduce a Quick Quote, which willprovide you with a binding contractedproduction price for a set period.
Spring 2019Custom Plastic Moulding UK
Bespoke moulding solutions fromconcept, prototype and 3D printing tofull production manufacture.
Plastic mouldings are in a range of customcolours, shapes and sizes for high volumeand technical plastic injection mouldingapplications.
Re-shoring plastic moulding back to the UKWith off-shore custom plastic mouldingpresenting increasing supply chain challenges,more UK manufacturers are re-shoringmanufacturing back to the UK. With currencyfluctuation, turnaround timescales and potentialcustoms hold-ups, the trend is to seek out UKpartners for custom plastic manufacture.
Providing UK manufacturers withtechnical plastic injection mouldingWhether you have a plastic componentmanufactured overseas and are looking toconsolidate your manufacturing back to theUK or you’re starting from scratch, Tex Plasticswho offer concept design, injection moulding,tooling, plastics manufacture, assembly andpackaging, plus warehousing and distributioncan help you find the right solution.
Painting injection moulded parts in-house
Is injection moulding environmentally friendly?With the focus on plastics, the environment and greencredentials within the supply chain, more and more businessesare asking us – is injection moulding environmentally friendly?
Tex Plastics making our Injection Moulding moreenvironmentally friendly.Injection moulding is an energy hungry process creating plastic products, but given the need for the components we manufacture, it is ourenvironmental consciousness which drives us to continually review andreduce our ecological footprint.
Designing out the CO2 impactIn addition to energy and material usage, one other core element Tex Plastics arehighly efficient at is the reduction of waste. As advocates of lean manufacturing,the 5S process ensures we manufacture as efficiently as possible. The TexPlastics design team will take you through our Design For Manufacture (DFM)process, to ensure you are aware of how you can minimise your productsecological footprint through optimising parts, process and logistics.
parts in-houseparts in-house
Is injection moulding
REDU
CING
CO2REDUCING W
ASTE
RECYCLING PLASTICS
REDU
CING
CO2REDUCING
WA
WA
WSASA TE
RECYCYC CLING PLALAL SASA TICS
Tex Plastics are now able to paint injectionmoulded parts in-house thanks to theinvestment of a state of the art spray booth. This reduces the component movements reducing the C02 footprintand adds to the significant value added solutions Tex Plastics areable to offer.
Spray Painting for injection moulded plasticsPlastic is spray-painted for a variety of reasons, including aesthetics,for UV protection and other specialist functional or tactile coatings.Our ‘post-moulding’ painting and finishing in-house departmentprovides a complete palette of services:• Hand Preparation and Patching• Anti-Microbial coating• RFI and EMI Shielding (Sprayed Coatings)• Smooth Coating• Texture Coating• High Gloss Clear Coat Finishing• Multi-Colour Surface Finishes
In-house resources for injection moulded painted ordecorative surfacesIf you require painted surfaces or decorative surfaces, Tex Plastics hasthe in-house resources. Tex Plastics can offer a wide range of paintingand printing capabilities, including premium surface finishing inpolished, textured, printed or painted. Whether you require a metallicfinish or Anti-Microbial coating, our finishing and assembly options arecomprehensive and will provide you with the right solution.
