Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) is a thermoplastic that is commonly used in pipes and fittings to satisfy plumbing needs across many industries. Commonly referred to as Kynar®, PVDF’s superior properties make it suitable for use in piping that carries a range of products from purified water, consumable liquids and pharmaceutical compounds to petrol, acids and other […]
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Medical grade plastics have unique characteristics that make them the ideal material for the medical devices, tools and equipment that doctors, nurses and surgeons use on a daily basis. With high wear, temperature and corrosion resistance, these materials can withstand constant use and repeated sterilizations without breaking down or posing a danger to patients. Medical […]
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Custom plastic manufacturing provides companies with durable parts that help lower costs and speed production, increasing company profits. The speed of CNC custom plastic manufacturing means replicate parts can be delivered quickly, minimizing costly downtime. Replacing metal parts with plastic can also improve performance and extend part life. At Reading Plastic, we’ve produced dependable custom […]
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Medical CNC machining has revolutionized modern healthcare. Many of today’s life-saving procedures would not be possible without medical plastic tools and devices. Medical devices require precise machining and have to meet strict standards, but CNC machining is uniquely suited to the task. With the ability to machine complex designs and smooth parts that hold tight […]
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With medical devices increasingly in demand, it is more important than ever to choose a medical machining parts company with a proven track record of high-quality, precision parts and strict quality control. At Reading Plastic, we’re known for producing durable, tight tolerance medical plastic parts to exacting FDA standards. From prototyping to overcoming the unique […]
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Modern medical devices utilize plastic components in joint replacements, lumbar disk replacement, implants, and interbody cages and instruments. Medical device machining is not without its challenges, particularly when it comes to the quality and cosmetic requirements of parts that will be used in the human body. Additionally, medical grade polymers require unique handling to achieve […]
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The demand for medical plastic parts has increased in recent years due to both advances in medical treatment and care and changes to the healthcare system. Sterilization requirements for medical equipment and devices have become more rigorous in recent years as Medicaid and Medicare reimbursements are reduced for hospitals with higher-than-specified hospital-acquired infections. The increased […]
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Plastic machined parts are revolutionizing nearly every industry, thanks to their superior properties that offer benefits in a diverse range of applications. Precision plastic industries are using specialty plastics to create better products, lower manufacturing costs, reduce weight, enhance strength, and other advancements. As a trusted plastic parts manufacturer for nearly four decades, Reading Plastic […]
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Engineering-grade plastic resins were first introduced in the early 1950s, and for nearly 70 years manufacturers have been enjoying the advantages of plastic materials. In the past, the most common application has been in converting metal parts to plastic, but with the rapid development of new advanced plastics that can outperform metal at lower cost, […]
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Plastics have been revolutionizing the medical device industry because they can be machined into complex designs, offer lightweight yet high strength alternatives to metal, and can withstand rigorous and repeated sanitizing. As a plastic medical device manufacturer, Reading Plastic knows that precision and speed are crucial to the medical industry. That is why we pride […]
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The incredible advances we’ve seen in medical devices and equipment over the last few decades are due in large part to specialty plastics and the development of medical machining. Precise CNC machining allows for a high degree of accuracy and repeatability, and can produce parts with extremely tight tolerances. Medical machining can also accommodate specialty […]
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From bearings to semiconductors, industrial plastic parts require a high degree of quality and precision. Since 1978, Reading Plastic Machining & Fabrication has been a trusted provider of high-end machined plastics across multiple industries. We machine the world’s most advanced plastics for both private and government clients, and are accustomed to meeting the regulatory requirements […]
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