Engineering & Design
Where Innovation Meets Execution
At United Plastic Components, we believe that the best extrusion outcomes begin with great design. Our Engineering & Design team works collaboratively with customers to turn ideas into precisely defined profiles — combining creativity with technical rigor at every step. Whether you're developing a brand-new concept or refining an existing part, we bring the knowledge and tools to make it better.
From early-stage consultation through to detailed CAD models and custom tooling, our engineers act as partners in your development process. We help you optimize materials, minimize complexity, and ensure every design is production-ready.
Collaborative Development
Our engagement starts with a conversation. What does the part need to do? What are the functional, visual, or compliance requirements? We ask the right questions to uncover design intent and guide material and feature selection.
Once we understand the full picture, we’ll suggest improvements that balance performance with cost and manufacturability. Whether it’s simplifying a geometry, switching materials, or incorporating co-extrusion, we’re always focused on delivering the best total value.
CAD Modeling & Simulation
Using advanced 3D modeling software, our team creates detailed representations of your profile and extrusion tooling. Capabilities include:
Capabilities include:
- Full CAD modeling of profiles and tooling
- Tolerance stack-up verification
- Resin-specific design optimization
- Prototyping and pre-production support
Material Expertise
Not all plastics behave the same. Our engineers have extensive experience working with a wide range of resins — from flexible thermoplastics to high-performance engineering polymers. We’ll help you select the best compound for your application, factoring in things like flexibility, UV resistance, thermal stability, and regulatory compliance.
We also offer guidance on color matching, additives, and co-extrusion pairings to help you meet both functional and aesthetic goals.
Custom Solutions, Designed to Scale
At UPC, we don’t offer cookie-cutter solutions. Every profile we produce is custom-designed and engineered to your specific requirements. And because we understand that requirements evolve, we build flexibility into both the design and the development process.
Whether you’re producing 500 parts or 5 million, our engineering process is designed to scale with you — reducing risk and ensuring long-term success.
From Concept to Production
Design doesn't stop at drawings. Our Engineering team remains engaged through the entire lifecycle of your project — collaborating with tooling, production, and quality teams to ensure the part performs as expected. This integrated approach ensures that what’s designed is what gets delivered.
Request a Quote Today!
Ready to bring your custom plastic extrusion project to life? Our team at UPC is here to provide you with a fast, accurate quote that fits your exact needs. Whether you're working on a small project or large-scale production, we'll ensure a seamless process from start to finish.
