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A Glossary of Common Terms in Plastic Extrusion

Whether you’re new to custom plastic extrusion or looking to sharpen your technical vocabulary, understanding key terminology can make the entire process clearer and more efficient. From material science to tooling design, the extrusion world has its own language.  This…

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What to Expect During Your First Custom Extrusion Project

Starting your first custom plastic extrusion project can feel like a big step–especially if you’re transitioning from off-the-shelf components or you’re developing a brand-new product. The good news? A well-structured extrusion process gives you more control over material performance, dimensional…

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How Color Matching Works in Custom Plastic Extrusion

In custom plastic extrusion, color isn’t just about aesthetics–it’s often a critical part of branding, functionality, or compliance. Whether a customer needs a medical tube that matches a standard color code, a branded profile that aligns with company colors, or…

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What to Know About Secondary Operations in Plastic Extrusion

Plastic extrusion doesn’t end when a part leaves the die. For many custom components, the extrusion process is just the beginning. Secondary operations, such as cutting, drilling, punching, printing, or assembly, turn a simple extruded shape into a finished, application-ready…

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How Inplex Maintains Consistency in High-Volume Extrusion Runs

In high-volume plastic extrusion, consistency isn’t just a goal–it’s a requirement. Every foot of tubing, profile, or extrusion must meet precise specifications to ensure performance, reliability, and efficiency for the customer’s end use.  At Inplex, maintaining that level of consistency…

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What to Know About Operations in Plastic Extrusion

Plastic extrusion is a cornerstone of modern manufacturing, enabling companies to produce a wide range of components, from tubing and profiles to custom shapes for industrial, medical, and consumer applications. Despite its prevalence, many people are unfamiliar with the intricacies…

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