Advanced Plastics
Advanced Plastics, Bergen Way, Hull, HU7 0YQ
Sets it apart · Injection Moulding — UK · scanned 2026-08-20— click a claim to see its decomposition
Co-presence claim
Finished-product-out-the-door (joining · decoration · kitting/packing/fulfilment)
Scope: v2 cluster #7
Scan date: 2026-08-20
Decomposition — atomic inputs
A1Joining methods: vibration_welding
agent“Linear Vibration Welding technology installed”
A2Decoration processes: hot_foil, pad_print, screen_print
agent“Hot foil printing Screen printing Pad printing Digital printing Light Reflection & Metalisation ProReflect range of finishes from one injection mould tool. SATIN– A true satin finish, non lacquer for high performance. SPECULAR ALUMINIUM – A high gloss finish. SPECULAR WHITE – Aimed at cost savings with 95% reflective dense white PC grades.”
A3Kitting / contract packing / fulfilment
agent“Bespoke Assembly and Test Cells. Manual Assembly and Kitting.”
Co-presence claim
Large-format volume moulder (≥1,000 t press · volume production)
Scope: v2 cluster #1 + #11 (automation leg deferred)
Scan date: 2026-08-20
Decomposition — atomic inputs
A1Large-format press (≥1,000 t)
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70 INJECTION Machines - 22T to 1,600T Clamp Force
A2Handles volume production
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70 INJECTION Machines - 22T to 1,600T Clamp Force
About
ADVANCED PLASTICS LIMITED is a prominent UK-based contract manufacturer with over 80 years of heritage, specializing in technical and precision plastic injection moulding across three sites totaling 83,000 sq. ft. and employing over 300 individuals, with a turnover exceeding £40 million. Their extensive capabilities include design and development services, rapid prototyping, and production utilizing 70 injection moulding machines (22T-1,600T) with advanced automation, serving diverse sectors such as Automotive, HVAC, Filtration, Defence & Marine, Medical, and Industrial Safety, and offering comprehensive secondary operations. Holding IATF 16949:2016, BS EN ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, and Cyber Essentials certifications, ADVANCED PLASTICS LIMITED differentiates itself through a strong commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility, emphasizing sustainability via polymer recycling and energy efficiency, employee welfare, and a structured apprenticeship scheme, all while maintaining a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery.
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ADVANCED PLASTICS LIMITED is a leading UK-based contract manufacturer with over 80 years of combined heritage, specializing in technical and precision plastic injection moulding. With a turnover exceeding £40 million, the company operates across three sites totaling 83,000 sq. ft. and employs over 300 skilled individuals, positioning them as a significant player in the UK manufacturing landscape.
The company boasts extensive capabilities, including design and development services such as design for manufacture, product design, and rapid prototyping. Their production facilities are equipped with 70 injection moulding machines ranging from 22T to 1,600T, supported by advanced automation including robots and vision systems. ADVANCED PLASTICS LIMITED serves a diverse range of sectors, including Automotive, HVAC, Filtration, Defence & Marine, Medical, and Industrial Safety, offering a comprehensive suite of secondary operations like assembly, testing, and various printing techniques.
ADVANCED PLASTICS LIMITED holds key certifications, including IATF 16949:2016, BS EN ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001:2015, demonstrating their commitment to quality, environmental management, and automotive standards. They also maintain Cyber Essentials certification for data security. The company emphasizes its dedication to Corporate Social Responsibility, focusing on sustainability through polymer recycling and energy efficiency, employee welfare, and a structured apprenticeship scheme, all underpinned by a zero-tolerance policy towards modern slavery.
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Press fleet8
- Moulding processes
- Injection moulding
- Smallest press (t)
- 22
- Largest press (t)
- 1600
- Press count
- 70
- Press brands
- Fanuc
- Large-format (≥1,000 t)
- Yes
- All-electric presses
- Yes
Moulding capability2
- Joining methods
- Vibration welding
- Decoration
- Hot foiling, Pad printing, Screen printing
Materials2
- Material modifiers
- Antistatic / ESD
- ESD-capable
- Yes
Production2
- Batch tiers
- High volume
- Handles volume production
- Yes
Prototyping & NPD5
- Prototyping routes
- 3D printing (in-house), Soft / printed prototype tooling
- Prototypes in final material
- Yes
- Prototyping offered
- Yes
- DFM support
- Yes
- Mould-flow simulation
- Yes
Tooling2
- Tool services
- Design & build
- Tooling origin
- Offshore partner
Assembly & finishing2
- Assembly offered
- Yes
- Assembly capabilities
- Assembly & test, Kitting
Quality & inspection3
- FAI methodology
- PPAP
- SPC / Cpk
- Yes
- Automated vision QC
- Yes
Certifications & accreditations6
- ISO 9001
- Held
- ISO 14001
- Held
- ISO 13485
- Held
- IATF 16949
- Held
- Cyber Essentials
- Cyber Essentials
- UL listing
- Yes
Identity & contact1
- Industries served
- Automotive
Confirmed not held
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Moulding capability: Process specialisms · Micro moulding capable · Min part weight (g) · Max part weight (g) · Cleanroom class · Certified cleanroom · Scientific moulding · Product specialisms
Materials: Recycled content offered · Recycled feedstock types
Prototyping & NPD: Product-design service
Tooling: In-house toolroom · Tool trials offered
Production: Handles prototypes · Runs 24/7 · Bridge production
Machining: Contract machining
Quality & inspection: CMM · Inspection stages
Certifications & accreditations: Food-contact compliance · Trade bodies