Encap Thermoplastics

Encap Thermoplastics Ltd is a well-established UK contract manufacturer, operating from Basildon, Essex, and specializing in plastic injection moulding services. Since its inception, the company has developed a comprehensive end-to-end offering, guiding clients from initial 3D CAD design and prototyping through to full-scale production. Their expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of plastic moulding techniques, including component encapsulation and insert moulding, supported by a range of secondary operations and tool tryouts.

The company's core capabilities are underpinned by advanced CAD/CAM services, covering everything from EDM electrode creation to product design and development, and the design of injection mould tools. Encap works with a wide array of plastic materials, including PP, PE, POM, PA6, PA66, ABS, ASA, PC, PVDF, PPE, PPO, HIPS, and GPPS. Their injection moulding machines range from 22 to 175 tons, enabling them to serve diverse industries such as industrial, electronics, medical, scientific, automotive, and consumer goods.

Encap Thermoplastics Ltd is accredited to ISO 9001:2015, demonstrating a commitment to quality management. They highlight their ability to achieve precise tolerances, even to hundredths of a millimetre, with client testimonials citing millimetre-perfect components for medical applications and superior-than-machined aluminium equivalents for high-volume parts. Key differentiators include personalized service, cost savings, and a strong focus on sustainability through an in-house plastic waste recycling program.