The CNC milling process uses computer-controlled machine tools to produce highly complex shapes and parts that can hold close tolerances. Perfect for rigid materials – including the most advanced engineering plastics – CNC milling machines are versatile enough to produce a wide variety of parts, including ball joints, brackets, spindles, prototypes, and much more. What […]
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When you need custom plastic tank fabrication, call the experts at Reading Plastic. As an industry leader in specialty plastic CNC machining and fabrication for over thirty years, Reading Plastic can produce the custom plastic tanks you need with speed and precision. Whether your application demands tight tolerances or advanced plastics, we deliver high-quality parts […]
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The chemical resistance of plastics is determined by a particular plastic’s chemical formula. Some plastics can withstand strong acids with negligible effects on their mechanical properties, while others will decompose or dissolve in a short period of time. In this blog we will look at 7 plastics that have excellent chemical resistance. Reviewing the Superior […]
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As experts in close tolerance machining, we are frequently asked what tolerances we can hold. The tolerance a part can hold is dependent on several factors, including part configuration, material choice, and the type of machining operation and technique. Part design can have the biggest impact on tolerances, and improvements during the design phase can […]
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The Manufactured Food Regulatory Program Standards (MFRPS) of the FDA are the benchmark used by each state for food and beverage manufacturers. Last updated in 2016, these increasingly strict regulations are meant to reduce foodborne illness hazards, which afflict roughly 48 million Americans each year. In order to remain in compliance with FDA standards, food […]
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What is Vespel®? When it comes to advanced industrial plastics, Vespel® runs at the head of the pack. From bearings to critical aircraft parts, this highly durable polyimide can withstand the harshest operating conditions on the planet, thanks to its advanced properties. If you need a plastic that provides excellent, reliable performance in extreme applications, […]
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When it comes to applications that require high-performance plastic, PEEK is often a top recommendation. You may be wondering, what is PEEK plastic and why is it so popular? We often refer to PEEK as the “powerhouse polymer” because of its unique combination of outstanding properties that make it suitable for a wide array of […]
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Custom CNC routing is an excellent way to produce high volumes of precise, identical plastic parts quickly. At Reading Plastic, we have been proud to offer expert custom CNC routing services for over three decades. With our state-of-the-art equipment and highly trained staff, we can quickly produce the precise, accurate parts you need, whether you […]
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If you have ever looked into injection molding for your plastic parts, your first question was likely why are injection molds so expensive? An injection mold is easily the most expensive part of the project, and can dramatically increase costs for small part runs. The main factors that influence the cost of an injection mold […]
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Prototyping is a necessary stage of product development that determines whether your production efforts will ultimately be successful or not. With the increased popularity of rapid prototyping, it is easier and more affordable than ever to produce plastic prototypes. When choosing how to create a plastic prototype, the two most popular options are additive processing […]
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The use of aerospace plastic components has quadrupled since 1970, thanks in large part to their strength-to-weight ratio. Since aerospace plastics provide the same strength as metal at a fraction of the weight, aerospace engineers could convert large portions of aerostructure from metal to plastic to significantly reduce an aircraft’s weight without compromising strength. Reduction […]
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Stiffness is one of the key mechanical properties of plastic, along with strength, hardness, and toughness. The stiffness of plastics is described by flexural modulus (the ability of a material to bend), which is measured in pounds per square inch (psi). The higher the flexural modulus, the stiffer the material; the lower the flexural modulus, […]
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