Vacuum Forming Services

The Plastic Works Vacuum Forming Company

About Us 

Vacuum forming is the most adaptable and cost effective way of producing quality plastic parts for a vast range of applications.  When combined with a highly professional design & development process, and carefully selected materials, the results compare favourably to any other production method.

As vacuum forming specialists, the team at The Plastic Works take our responsibility to our customers very seriously.  We work with manufacturers and packaging companies from automotive, leisure, medical, electronic, and many other sectors.  Each of our clients relies on us to stay at the cutting edge of the industry, in order to produce the optimal product both in terms of quality and of value for money.  To this end, we have a policy of constant innovation and development, repeatedly investing in the latest equipment and methods.  This rationale keeps us at the forefront, not only among other vacuum forming companies, but in the industry as a whole.

Flexible, Experienced, Responsive and Complete Innovative Plastic Solution Providers!

Where Can I Find Vacuum Forming Companies Near Me?

Some manufacturers prefer to work with local suppliers in an effort to reduce lead time on orders.  At The Plastic Works, we understand the challenges of meeting production schedules, and we are determined not to allow geographical distance to be an obstacle to our providing first class service, no matter where you are based.  Whether you contact us for help with design and prototyping of products, or for a full-scale production run, we commit to providing honest and realistic quotations when it comes to delivery times.

What’s more, since we are based in Creswell, on the border of Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and 10 minutes from the M1, we are central to all the UK’s industrial regions and ideally placed to supply businesses from Glasgow to Greenwich.  The Plastic Works are Britain’s local vacuum forming specialists!

Vacuum Forming Services

Vacuum forming is such a powerful tool to have at your disposal because it is so adaptable.  Vacuum formed products can be produced quickly, cost effectively, and with a range of properties including a variety of plastic types in different colours and textures, some with UV and chemical resistance if required.  We are also thermoforming specialists, so no matter what the application, you can rely on The Plastic Works to find the optimum production process for your product.

Our Capability and Machine Types

• Vacuum Forming Machines with formable bed sizes from 580mm x 480mm x 350mm, up to 2450mm x 1120mm x 600mm
• 5 Axis CNC Routing capabilities – machineable size of 2400 x 1250
• Conventional Routers
• Line Benders
• Roller and Punch Press and other ancillary equipment like Vertical and Horizontal Band Saws
• Ultrasonic Welders

Environmental Policy

We are an environmentally aware company, committed to using recycled materials when suitable and recycling whenever possible. Environmental performance is an important factor when assessing company suppliers, who will be encouraged to develop their own environmental policies and to gain approval to ISO standard.