EPP Corporation-Plastic Machining Experts

New product development teams nationwide are frustrated with corporate cost cutting and lack of capital for their R&D plans. Valuable projects are put on hold because R&D budgets cannot cover the expensive introductory costs of new tooling and initial manufacturing of new designs. In today’s economic environment, corporate cost cutting is needed to help companies [...]

Is It Important To Choose a Plastic Machining Vendor That is ISO Certified?
Yes, selecting an ISO certified plastic machined components vendor ultimately provides an assurance that purchasers of plastic machined components will receive  parts that meet their individual specifications and requirements.
The ISO system allows the producer to not only ensure that they meet or exceed [...]

Not all plastic machining vendors are equipped to offer all parts. Others may not be able to give you the best prices. The following guidelines can help you locate a fully-qualified, cost effective plastic machining specialist for all your plastic machined components:

Material Knowledge
Purchasing Practices
Equipment
Quality and Price
Looking For the Best

Be sure to ask potential plastic machined [...]

While the trend has been to outsource production, and to purchase from overseas companies as a cost cutting mechanism, is purchasing from a foreign firm the right move for a company in need of custom machined plastic components?
The simple answer to this question is…NO
If components are ordered from a foreign firm, the move can be [...]

Engineers and buyers often reach out to metal machining companies to produce plastic machined parts, thinking, “They use the same manufacturing processes, don’t they? Does it really matter?”
It does matter. If you’ve wondered whether you should have a metal machinist produce your plastic machined parts, The Short Answer Is – No, You Should Not
Here’s why:
Cutting [...]

With every project that includes plastic components, you will need to answer the question, “Should I machine or mold this part?”
The two major factors needed to reach your conclusion are quantity of parts and level of dimensional tolerance. As a general rule, you should consider plastic machining when lower volumes are needed or tighter tolerances [...]

Exciting News for Current and Future EPP Plastic Machining Customers
EPP Corporation is pleased to announce short-run, quick-turn Custom Plastic Prototypes with delivery in one week or less.
· Plastic prototypes in one week or less
· Highest quality on tolerances up to +/- .001″
· Both simple & complex 3D parts are welcome
· Free application engineering available

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Current purchasing methods evaluated
Traditionally, buyers send requests for quote to three plastic machining vendors each time a requirement for low volume components presents itself. The plastic machining vendor then provides a quote on the best price in several quantities with their best delivery. After all quotes are evaluated, purchase orders are placed with the lowest bidder. Ironically, [...]

How to use the Plastic Design Guide

Refer to the Design Considerations at the bottom of this page. Consider whether each item on the checklist is a factor in the application or affects performance requirements for the component design.
Select the categories that have the greatest affect on your application.
Review the materials in the Plastic Properties Handbook [...]