Our Services
From 3D product CAD design and mould flow analysis to toolmaking, spark erosion and production injection moulding.
Precision Mould Design
We believe quality begins with mould design capability and consider it to be the key to successful mould making and final produce. At Plastic Ideas we have invested in both people and technology to ensure that our designs meet your highest expectations.
As experienced mould designers we utilize the latest engineering software such as mould flow analysis to prevent weld lines and to eliminate over packing of tools, which saves substantially on material and clamping pressure.
Our Engineering & Mould Making Technology:
Micro Scribe Arm
3D digitizing and reverse-engineering of complex physical geometries
Mould Flow Analysis
Plastic flow simulation to prevent weld lines and eliminate tool over-packing
CNC Machining Centers
High precision 3-axis and high-speed milling for complex dies
CNC Lathes
High-accuracy cylindrical machining and core manufacturing
CNC EDMs
Electro Discharge Machining for hardened steel dies and intricate ribs
Wire-Cut Machines
Extreme precision wire cutting for punches, inserts, and die profiles
Plastic Injection Moulding
We have extensive experience in most engineering plastics including synthetic rubber, HDPE, PP, Polycarbonate, ABS, and high-impact polymers.
Plastic Ideas operates a very flexible service on supplying smaller quantities of parts with assembly and finishing. All moulds manufactured by Plastic Ideas used in-house are free of any maintenance cost.
Turnkey Toolroom Advantages
- In-house toolmakers guarantee immediate mould servicing
- Custom batch runs tailored to your manufacturing schedule
- Custom masterbatch colors & brand embossing available
- ISO-standard quality checks on each cycle batch
Specialised Toolroom Services
From raw steel blocks to finished, textured production moulds ready for continuous high-speed cycling.
Moulds Manufactured Across Sectors
These are just a few of the precision moulds produced for prominent industry sectors in Southern Africa and worldwide.
Mining Industry
- Polyurethane screens for shaker tables
- Snap on connector (screen assembly unit)
- Water sprayers
- Rock crushing tools
- Inline bricket press rollers
Motor Industry
- Runner boards & Mud guards
- End Caps & Nudge bar parts
- Trim pillar & Center console
- Steering wheel & column cover
- Door handles & Rubber Mats
- Polycarbonate vehicle light lenses
Packaging & Crates Industry
- Beverage & bottle crates
- Fruit & Vegetable agricultural crates
- Bread & bakery transport bins
- Meat & poultry chilling containers
Telecommunications & Carbon Fiber
- Outer casings and electronic enclosures
- Carbon fiber motorcycle wheel moulds
- Motorcycle performance components
- Low pressure alloy & magnesium sport wheel dies
Have a custom part or mould requirement?
Speak directly with our technical director Marco do Rego or sales director Gilda do Rego for consultation and quotation.