ERIE, PA (June 16, 2022). Micro Mold Co., Inc, a precision moldmaker headquartered in Erie, PA, is making room for a new Yasda YMC650 high speed 5-Axis milling center along with a 3R Workpartner automation cell. This additional 5-axis milling machine is extremely accurate to 1 Micron (0.000040”), ideal for high volume, ultra-precision tooling work. Chris Hanes, Micro Mold’s General Manager commented, “The new 5-Axis Yasda is a welcomed addition to our tooling capabilities. We expect to Read More
Plastikos & Plastikos Medical receive RJG’s first annual Mold Smart Award.
ERIE, PA (April 7, 2022). Plastikos began working with RJG in 2009 when the electrical connector market was the bulk of their business model. Due to the small piezo sensors RJG offered, their equipment looked to be a good fit for Plastikos’ modular tooling. When these sensors were introduced and the tooling retrofitted, RJG worked alongside the company to ensure success. As Plastikos expanded into medical device markets and Plastikos Medical came online, the relationship with RJG simultaneously Read More
Plastikos Medical accelerates Phase II of expansion plans. Plastikos coverts whiteroom space to ISO 8 cleanroom.
ERIE, PA (March 3, 2021). Plastikos Medical officially opened its doors for business in September 2019 – down the street from Plastikos’ headquarters – to focus on manufacturing precision molded product for class II and class III medical devices. During the development phase of the project, the owners strategically separated the facilities growth plans into two phases. Phase I of Plastikos Medical consists of today’s current structure that was completed in 2019; a 25,000 ft² facility with Read More
Regrind, Reuse, Recycle – Plastikos Medical Makes Sustainability a Top Priority
Aware of the growing concerns surrounding plastic recyclability and sustainability, Plastikos, Inc., located in Erie, Pennsylvania, has taken steps to be at the forefront in addressing these issues. The custom injection molder and its sister company Micro Mold believe “success isn’t simply measured in dollars and cents. It’s the satisfaction of knowing that we help our customers deliver revolutionary products – and that their end users benefit greatly from our involvement,” according to the Read More
Plastikos & Plastikos Medical implements ISO 14698 to develop Bio-Contamination Testing & Compliance
ERIE, Pa. (April 1, 2020): The need for medical manufacturers to develop internal testing for bio-contamination is paramount, especially in the wake of novel infectious diseases, such as the most recent COVID-19 outbreak. Earlier in 2020, Plastikos and Plastikos Medical implemented its formal system, in full compliance with ISO 14698-1 and ISO 14698-2. This system is dedicated to test for bio-contamination, and evaluate microbiological data for Medical OEM customers who request this level of Read More
Plastikos Inc. Invests in Equipment to Advance Micro Molding Capabilities
Plastikos (Erie, Pa.) Each machine is capable of delivering a shot size as small as 0.3 ounces of material. Once finished, the expected capacity within Plastikos' original cleanroom is projected to increase by 25%. Read Full Article Read More
Plastikos, Inc. invests in technology advancements to elevate micro shot and micro molding capabilities
ERIE, Pa. (November 22, 2019) – Plastikos, Inc., a precision medical injection molder headquartered in Erie, PA, continues to look for ways to stay at the top of their game as a world-class cleanroom medical molder. In order to further diversify within their niche, the company recently purchased two brand new micro-molding machines with capabilities to deliver a 0.3-1.4oz micro-dose of material. Rob Cooney, Plastikos’ Manufacturing Manager, spoke highly of the opportunities that lie ahead for Read More
Plastikos ranks #5 for 2019 “Top Shops” by Plastics Technology
Plastikos (Erie, Pa.) recently named to Plastics Technology magazines' "Top Shops" list, with only 27 plastics companies globally earning the 2019 "Top Shops" designation. Plastikos ranked #5 among all global respondents with 97% overall percentile rating! Read Full Article Read More
Plastikos secures ISO 13485 medical device certification
Plastikos (Erie, Pa.) said today that it has obtained its certification of compliance with the ISO 13485 quality management systems for medical devices, effective April 14. Read Full Article Read More
Putting 3d printing to work
Micro Mold and Plastikos together have invested more than $400,000 in technologies and processes related to 3D printing and reverse engineering over the last three years. Read Full Article Read More