While not all plastic parts require tight tolerances, there are times when a high degree of precision is absolutely necessary. At Reading Plastic, high-precision plastic machining is our wheelhouse. Much of our clientele are members of the military and aerospace industries, which demand highly precise machined parts. When you need parts that will hold tight […]
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If you have ever worked out a cost estimation for plastic parts, you were likely surprised at the high cost of injection molds. When molding plastic parts, the injection mold is the most expensive part of the project and can dramatically increase costs for small part runs. So why are these molds so expensive? Why […]
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When it comes to precision plastic machining, Ohio companies trust Reading Plastic to deliver the high-quality plastic parts their projects need. Reading Plastic is a high-end machine shop that has been providing plastic machining services to clients from coast to coast for nearly four decades. We’re well-known for producing tight tolerance parts for a wide […]
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Glass-filled plastics are some of the most difficult plastics to machine, which is why many machine shops refuse to work with them. Glass-filled plastic machining requires special tools and training to produce a high-quality product. At Reading Plastic, we excel at machining all types of plastic, including glass-filled. The Challenges of Glass-Filled Plastic Machining Glass-filled […]
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One of the most dimensionally stable thermoplastics on the market, Ultem® is part of the PEI (polyetherimide) family of thermoplastic resins. It’s unique balance of processability and mechanical properties gives engineers superior flexibility and freedom in design. It is also available in a variety of grades that provide enhanced benefits such as greater chemical resistance, […]
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The demand for specialty plastic parts has been growing exponentially in the last decade due to their ability to increase efficiency and productivity, reduce weight and downtime, and perform in the harshest and most demanding environments. For almost four decades, Reading Plastic Machining & Fabrication has been trusted by clients in every industry for our […]
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For decades, companies, organizations and the military have been relying on Reading Plastic Machining & Fabrication for expert plastic parts production. We produce parts with the closest tolerances in the industry from the most advanced plastics available today. With our state-of-the-art CNC machines and know-how to produce the most precise, dependable plastic parts, we can […]
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PEEK is one of the best high-performance plastics on the market, with a unique combination of outstanding properties that make it incredibly strong and dimensionally stable both under load and in the harshest environments. It is also one of the most expensive polymers available. At a cost of $4,500 per pound, PEEK is 5 to […]
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It is always a good idea to lubricate plastic components whenever possible because it reduces friction and wear, lowers power consumption, and increases part life. For example, studies have shown that lubricated plastic sliding bearings last up to five times longer than non-lubricated ones. When choosing a lubricant for plastic parts, the most important factor […]
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When deciding how to mass produce plastic parts, several factors have to be taken into consideration. Depending on the application, the method with the lowest part cost can sometimes end up being more costly in the long run. If your parts need tight tolerances and superior surface finishes, CNC machining is the way to go. […]
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When it comes to achieving cosmetic standards for plastic parts, CNC machining provides the most consistent, high-quality finishes and tight tolerances. Injection molding and additive machining (3D printing) are prone to certain cosmetic defects that can mar the appearance, fit, and function of plastic parts. Secondary CNC machining, however, can remove these defects and bring […]
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Precisely machined plastic parts can be found in nearly every industry on the planet, thanks to plastic’s superior properties that provide benefits in a wide range of challenging applications. With custom plastic machining, advanced engineering plastics can be transformed into high-strength, lightweight parts capable of holding tight tolerances under the most extreme conditions. As a […]
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