Plastic fabrication involves designing, manufacturing, and/or assembling plastic parts through a variety of methods, such as machining, compounding, molding, welding, and more. COMCO Plastics is a plastic fabrication specialist that works with a wide range of plastic materials, from Torlon® to ABS to nylon to PTFE. Our main capabilities are vacuum forming, CNC milling and…
Category: CNC Plastics
How Does Vacuum Forming Work?
Vacuum forming is a valuable plastic product manufacturing method due to its cost-effectiveness and efficiency. This process generates components in various configurations and quantities while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Some of the many benefits of vacuum-forming plastic components include lower tooling costs compared to other manufacturing methods, faster prototyping, and lower costs per part for low to…
Temperatures for Thermoforming Polycarbonate
Polycarbonates are a group of thermoplastic polymers that are easily moldable, have high impact and temperature resistance, and are highly transparent to visible light. Thermoforming polycarbonate has numerous applications and can be used by many industries, including automotive, aerospace and aviation, building and construction, and medical equipment. Thermoforming Polycarbonate Thermoforming polycarbonate is a manufacturing process…
PTFE vs. Teflon®
PTFE and Teflon® are common thermoplastic materials used in various applications. Both terms reference the same material but one is its shortened chemical name and the other is its patented trade name. Continue reading to learn more about the features, advantages, and disadvantages of PTFE and Teflon®. What Is the Difference Between PTFE and Teflon®?…
Extruded vs. Cast Acrylic
Acrylic is a durable, transparent synthetic polymer that is produced through a chemical reaction between a monomer and a catalyst. Acrylic is an excellent alternative to glass due to its lightweight and enhanced transparency. Acrylic products can be manufactured using either casting or extrusion processes. Both methods offer unique advantages and disadvantages relative to the…
CNC Plastics: A Selection Guide
CNC manufacturing processes are increasingly popular due to their ability to produce high-quality, precision products with little human intervention. At COMCO Plastics, we specialize in CNC plastic manufacturing, including CNC milling and turning. We use multi-axis lathes and Swiss screw machines to create reliable, high-performance parts from a wide range of plastic materials. Each material…
High Performance Machined & Fabricated Plastics | COMCO Plastics
At COMCO Plastics, we are a leading manufacturer of high-performance machined and fabricated plastic components with over 65 years of experience. We are your one-stop shop for all of your plastic component needs, offering services such as thermoforming, CNC turning and milling, assembly, fabrication, and more. With a dedication to quality and continuous improvement, COMCO…