What Is Thermoforming? Thermoforming transforms thermoplastics through a series of processes, including heat, vacuum, and pressure, applied to a plastic sheet material. It utilizes a variety of machines to produce plastic products, including high-speed in-line thermoforming lines with robotic automation, light-gauge roll-fed machines, and larger sheet-fed machines for heavy-gauge products. This process allows parts to be produced with lower […] Read More
Choosing the Right Plastic Products Manufacturing Partner Plastic is one of the most preferred manufacturing materials due to its durability and ductility, with different components used in the medical, automotive, electrical, aerospace, marine, and construction industries. In particular, the plastic thermoforming process has upsides over other plastic, metal, and FRP manufacturing techniques, including low tooling costs and faster product development. Establishing a significant […] Read More
The Ultimate Guide to Plastic Manufacturing In the plastics industry, each polymer option presents unique mechanical characteristics. As a result, it is possible to fabricate almost anything with every material, and most plastic manufacturing processes cover a vast array of product development requirements. In […] Read More
Understanding the Plastic Manufacturing Process Plastic is a versatile material that can be molded into a wide range of shapes and sizes, making it ideal for various applications. From food packaging and containers to medical equipment and car parts, plastic manufacturing plays a crucial role in the production of items. The process begins with the selection of raw materials, which […] Read More
Why Thermoforming Could Be The Best Choice For Manufacturing Your Product The benefits of thermoforming plastic as a manufacturing process are currently driving market growth in multiple industries. The technique and materials used are versatile, making them suitable for various applications. In addition, thermoforming has undeniable advantages over other plastic, metal, and fiber-reinforced polymer production methods. This blog will cover the basics of thermoforming and how it […] Read More
Powell Electronics Clamtainer® helps Powell realize 90% reduction in packaging costs What do an electronics distributor and custom plastic company have in common? A lot if you are talking about Powell Electronics, Jamestown Plastics, and their approach to better serving the electronics connector market! Powell Electronics specializes in high reliability, harsh environment connector design, manufacturing, and supply chain. […] Read More
Sustainability Sustainability and Plastic CAN Co-Exist Is sustainability important to a company’s success? It has been reported that up to 90% of business executives believe sustainability should be part of their long-term strategy. While some believe that plastic needs to be eliminated to reach their sustainability goals, consumer brands can implement smart and thoughtful plastic innovation […] Read More
Automotive Leading Automotive Styling Innovation The automotive styling landscape is everchanging, with manufacturers continuously introducing new design features on their various models. Keeping up with these constant changes can be difficult. Jamestown Plastics has not just met this challenge, but we have proven to be a leader in styling/restyling innovation and technology. We take on even the most […] Read More
Electronics One Packaging Solution from Manufacturing to End Customer A customer contacted us with an urgent request to develop a package for one of their most expensive and delicate products. The product needed to be protected during the manufacturing and assembly processes all the way through shipping to distribution centers. It also needed to deliver finished […] Read More
