TEX Plastics Barnstaple continues investment drive with two new Haitian Machines
16 March 2026
TEX Plastics is continuing its programme of strategic investment at its Barnstaple facility with the purchase of two additional Haitian injection moulding machines—a 200-tonne and a 160-tonne press.
This expansion comes in direct response to a series of recent contract wins within the hygiene, cleaning and dispensing products sector, where demand for high-quality, reliable moulded components continues to grow.
The new equipment will increase Barnstaple’s overall moulding capacity and strengthen its ability to support customers requiring fast turnaround, consistent quality and dependable volume supply.
Investment Driven by Growth in Hygiene and Dispensing Markets
TEX Plastics has secured several significant contracts to manufacture a wide range of moulded components used in hygiene systems, dispensing units and cleaning technology. These markets have grown rapidly in recent years, driven by increased consumer awareness, regulatory focus and global demand for safer, more sanitary environments.
Meeting this rising demand required enhanced production capability—both in terms of machine availability and technical performance. The new Haitian machines will play a vital role in supporting this growth.
Two New Haitian Machines: Built for Performance and Efficiency
The Barnstaple facility will soon take delivery of:
- Haitian 200-tonne press (X200) Suitable for medium-to-large mouldings requiring strength, dimensional stability and precise process control.
- Haitian 160-tonne press (X160) Ideal for mid-size technical components, offering excellent energy efficiency and repeatability.
Haitian machines are known for combining robust build quality with advanced servo-hydraulic technology, enabling lower energy consumption, smoother operation and highly stable moulding conditions. For customers, this translates to:
- Consistent part quality
- Improved process repeatability
- Tighter tolerances on technical components
- Greater reliability across long production runs
Supporting Increased Demand and Operational Flexibility
By adding more moulding machines to Barnstaple’s production floor, TEX Plastics strengthens its responsiveness and flexibility. The new equipment allows the site to:
- Increase overall production throughput
- Free up existing machines for specialist or long-term programmes
- Reduce lead times during peak periods
- Support rapid scale-up for high-volume hygiene and dispensing contracts
- Improve resilience across the entire production schedule
This ensures customers benefit from more stable supply chains and greater confidence in capacity availability.
Part of a Wider Programme of Facility Investment
These two new Haitian machines follow recent investments in additional cleanroom capability, new Krauss-Maffei machinery, and upgraded production monitoring systems. Together, these enhancements form part of a long-term strategy to strengthen TEX Plastics’ manufacturing capabilities and support the evolving needs of key market sectors.
A Strong Future for Barnstaple’s Manufacturing Excellence
The addition of the 200-tonne and 160-tonne Haitian presses reinforces Barnstaple’s role as a high-performance moulding facility capable of delivering technical, reliable and scalable solutions for demanding applications.
With ongoing investment and growing customer partnerships, TEX Plastics is well positioned to continue supporting the hygiene and dispensing industries—and many others—with quality, consistency and dependable production capacity.