Precision Machining

At Clark Rubber & Plastic, we offer high-quality precision machining. We are able to produce large or small runs of plastic products through precision machining, plastic extrusion, and rubber molding, in simple or intricate designs, depending on your exact needs. Our precision machining tools and techniques use extremely specific and detailed blueprints to produce high-quality components for a wide range of industries, from consumer products and automotive to military and solar plastics.

Benefits of Precision Machining

There are many benefits to machining plastics. There are no mold costs, and production is able to start with very short lead times. Plastic extrusion and rubber molding also allow for rapid prototyping, enabling you to test your designs before full-scale production. This means you can work in much smaller volumes and even run a prototype or trial before going into full production.

Quality is key throughout this process, and our team monitors every step to make sure you get exactly what you ordered. We perform careful testing at every stage of production; this verifies that every component meets your specifications and performs reliably. If you are looking for consistent results, regardless of whether you need large or small runs, our processes can be scaled to meet your production needs without compromising on quality.

Tools and Materials Used in Precision Machining

Precision machining involves a number of different processes and materials. We provide milling, turning, deburring, boring, grinding, profiling, and threading on plastics and a number of other materials, including metal, steel, aluminum, etc. We also employ many tools to achieve the best possible results. Your project may require lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other high-end equipment. While terms like “grinding” and “boring” may not sound like precision activities, we use these tools and processes to deliver simple or complex products, in large or small runs. Along with precision machining, we specialize in plastic extrusion and rubber molding, expanding the range of components we are able to manufacture for your project.

Machining plastics is a little different from machining metals, but we are able to deliver high-quality results with both. With plastics, we simply have to evaluate a few other variables, such as thermal expansion (which can be five to 10 times that of metals) and the amount of moisture they can absorb from the air. With metals, we have the tools and experience to machine a wide range of parts and components. At Clark Rubber & Plastic, we account for all these details, from residual stresses to the best surface finishes, and verify everything meets your specifications.

Work With Our Plastic Extrusion and Rubber Molding Team

Clark Rubber & Plastic operates a quality assurance program certified to IATF 16949:2016 First Edition, offering consistently superior quality in plastic extrusion, rubber molding, and precision machining. We have been designing and delivering top-tier plastic components since the early 70s, and we’re still growing. We’re also offering precision machining on more than just plastic. We work closely with all of our customers to understand your needs, meet your objectives, and deliver unmatched quality, reliability, and pricing. Contact us today to learn more about our services.