Revolutionary solutions in medical plastic injection moulding
4 September 2023
Tex Plastics is at the forefront of the development and manufacturing of medical devices, components, and packaging through plastic injection moulding.
Our team of specialists excels in delivering innovative solutions for the medical industry. With our cutting-edge Class 7 Cleanroom manufacturing cell, we possess the capability to execute injection moulding and component assembly for non-sterile medical products.
Dedicated to customer support
At Tex Plastics, we prioritise our customers and their success. Our fully validated EN14644 Class 7 (10,000) cleanrooms guarantee the highest standards of cleanliness and compliance. From concept to completion, we offer comprehensive project solutions tailored to meet your unique requirements. Our adherence to the BS13485 Class 7 (10,000) ensures that our moulding and assembly processes are of the utmost quality. With a clamp force of up to 300 tonnes, we possess the capability to tackle projects of varying scales.
Pioneering medical device manufacturing
Tex Plastics has established a niche in the medical device sector by producing exceptional plastic injection moulded housings and parts. Our reputation shines through our ability to assist medical device manufacturers in seamlessly transitioning from concept projects to prototype stages and, eventually, low-volume production runs. As medical device plastic injection moulding continues to witness an upsurge, we have achieved ISO 13485 accreditation, the internationally recognised quality management standard for the medical device industry. This pursuit reflects our commitment to consistently meeting customer expectations and regulatory requirements in the development of plastic injection moulding and assembly solutions for medical device manufacturers.
Setting the standard with EN14644 Class 7 (10,000) Cleanrooms
Tex Plastics boasts a state-of-the-art Class 7 Clean Room manufacturing cell dedicated to injection moulding and component assembly for non-sterile medical products. Our facility is equipped to handle projects from conception to completion, utilising both white room and clean room plastic injection moulding techniques. With our comprehensive expertise, we ensure that each stage of your project receives meticulous attention.
Guiding projects from concept to completion
Tex Plastics' Barnstaple facility has a long-standing and distinguished history in moulding for the medical sector. Our extensive experience in white room moulding, combined with our fully validated EN14644 Class 7 (10,000) expanded cleanroom manufacturing cell, positions us as experts in low-volume, concept-to-production medical device plastic moulding. Our well-established process allows medical device manufacturers to chart their critical path for the Alpha and Beta prototype stages with ease.
Adhering to ISO 13485
Tex Plastics has attained the prestigious ISO 13485 certification, the gold standard in quality management for the medical device industry. This achievement underscores our commitment to manufacturing bespoke, high-quality medical device plastic components that adhere to regulatory compliance laws and exceed customer expectations. By aligning our practices with ISO 13485, we unlock new opportunities and expand our presence within the sector.
Success Stories: Unveiling ground-breaking innovations
Example 1 - Ophthalmic Medical Devices: 60% Cost Reduction
We understand the significance of comfort in medical devices, which drove us to employ innovative moulding and fixing techniques for Vitreoretinal specialists and ophthalmologists. By retooling and utilising a different polymer, we achieved ultra-thin moulding that surpassed the clients' usability requirements. Furthermore, consolidating parts into a single assembly streamlined lead times and, despite intensive testing and product validation, reduced manufacturing costs of plastic components.
Example 2 - Enhanced Usability and Reduced Costs for Medical Polyware
In the fast-paced environment of an operating theatre, every second counts. Whether it involves saving lives or optimising the efficiency of a theatre or treatment room, time is of the essence. Through retooling and the use of advanced polymer materials, we achieved ultra-thin moulding that not only met the clients' usability requirements but also reduced packaging costs. Most importantly, this breakthrough significantly improved the product's performance, ensuring its utmost usability.
Example 3 - Scope Sterilising Container: 66% Cost Reduction
Tex Plastics played a crucial role in helping designers enhance a sterilising container to meet stringent environmental and usage requirements. Our design process incorporated several innovations, from incorporating silicone grips to safeguard delicate scopes and instruments during the cleaning and sterilising process to incorporating smooth corners to prevent damage to wrapping papers.
Our collaborative approach, where client design teams work closely with our Design for Manufacture team, ensures a thorough understanding of all elements. This enables the Tex Plastics team to select the most suitable polymer and moulding techniques, thus achieving the functional and hygienic criteria demanded by medical device manufacturers.
Choose Tex Plastics for unmatched medical plastic injection moulding solutions
With our expertise, commitment to quality, and state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities, Tex Plastics stands as a leading provider of medical plastic injection moulding solutions. Partner with us, and let us help you bring your medical devices, components, and packaging to life with precision, efficiency, and innovation.