July 04, 2019
Leading technical injection moulder, Counterplas, has set ambitious growth targets, buoyed by their recent move to a large new facility in South Staffordshire.
February 02, 2018
Counterplas have invested in the latest Rhino version 5 software, widely acclaimed as the world’s most robust 3-D development platform for specialty modelling, rendering, analysis, and fabrication tools.
January 08, 2018
We have invested in a new CNC routing system for production of illuminated bespoke street furniture for a new client in Germany. A ‘blank’ is injection moulded and then routed to provide one of 270 variants.
October 30, 2017
In October 2017, Counterplas appointed Paul Conway as their Operations Manager. This newly created position has two primary roles – new business development and improvements in operational efficiency.
September 14, 2017
There are many reasons why a company wants to move an existing tool, market trends being one of them. Around 2009 large quantities of tools were being moved to Asia to take advantage of cost reduction opportunities due to low labour costs.
June 30, 2017
So you want to get a part made? – Costly processing mistakes can be made without a good design. By keeping to some simple rules of part design, not only will your part be easier to manufacture and assemble, but should withstand the test of time.
June 15, 2017
So you need to select the correct material for your project? – in order to determine the best material for your project, there are 3 key questions to be asked; What is the intended end use of the part?- Does the part need to be rigid or flexible, withstand pressure or weight, temperature variations and read more
June 07, 2017
So you want to get a tool made? – as this can be the largest investment in the manufacturing process, getting it right is key. Build time can take time and a great deal of accuracy, so the following factors should be taken into consideration.
April 22, 2017
As part of our continual machine investment for 2017 and recent new business wins, Counterplas were proud to take delivery of a brand new Negri Bossi Canbio ST 250-850 plastic injection moulding machine which utilises the newly developed ‘Smartflex’ clamping unit design.
