Lakeland Plastics have really exceeded our expectations. Quality work and precise production have helped my buisiness keep moving forward. I highly recommend this company to anyone for any quality product/profile they may need.
Skyler Davis
Custom Plastics Manufacturer Delivering Precision in Every Project
At Lakeland Plastics, we’ve built our reputation as a leading custom plastics manufacturer by consistently delivering high-quality, precision-engineered solutions. With over six decades of experience, we understand the importance of crafting custom plastic profiles that meet both function and design specifications. Our skilled team works closely with each client to provide tailored solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. Whether you need a specific shape or profile, our expertise ensures reliable and effective results, every time.
Innovative Solutions from a Trusted Custom Plastic Extrusion Company
As a premier custom plastic extrusion company, Lakeland Plastics brings unparalleled expertise to the table, offering innovative extrusion solutions for a wide range of industries. Since 1962, our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has driven our success. With a dedicated focus on custom plastic extrusion, we utilize state-of-the-art technology and a highly skilled workforce to create products that solve challenges and deliver exceptional performance. Whatever your unique needs, we’re ready to bring your project to life with precision and care.
Our Custom Plastic Extrusion Services
Custom Plastic Extrusions for Diverse Industries & Markets
Our Custom Plastic Extrusion Manufacturing Process
At Lakeland Plastics, our custom plastic extrusion manufacturing process is designed to create high-quality, precise profiles tailored to meet your specific needs. Here’s how we do it:
Step 1: Material Selection
We begin by selecting the right thermoplastic material for your project, choosing from options like high-impact polystyrene, ABS, PVC, polypropylene and more. This ensures durability and the desired performance of your finished product.
Step 2: Melting & Forming
Plastic pellets are melted and then forced through a specially designed die. This step turns the molten material into a continuous shape, such as rods, tubes or intricate profiles. The choice of die design allows us to create custom shapes and sizes based on your exact requirements.
Step 3: Shaping & Cutting
Once the material is extruded, it’s cooled and solidified. We can shape it further using techniques like punching, drilling and routering. This is where we turn raw extrusions into usable components for your applications.
Step 4: Co-Extrusion & Tri-Extrusion (Optional)
For enhanced functionality or aesthetic appeal, we offer co-extrusion and tri-extrusion. This allows us to combine multiple materials or colors into a single product, offering versatility and additional benefits such as added durability or a sleek look.
Step 5: Quality Control & Inspection
At Lakeland Plastics, we believe in delivering only the best. Every product goes through strict quality control checks to ensure that it meets our high standards. From prototype trials to large-scale production, we oversee the entire process to guarantee precision and reliability.
Step 6: Final Fabrication
Once the extrusions are ready, we provide additional fabrication services in-house, including cutting, assembly and packaging. This allows us to deliver a complete solution that fits seamlessly into your production needs.
Why Partner with Lakeland Plastics for Custom Plastic Extrusion?
- Tailored Solutions for Every Project: At Lakeland Plastics, we understand that each project is unique. That’s why we specialize in creating highly customized plastic extrusions—whether it’s profiles, rods, tubing or multi-layer designs—all made to your exact specifications.
- Decades of Custom Expertise: With over 50 years of experience, Lakeland Plastics has been a trusted partner for clients seeking custom plastic extrusion solutions. Our extensive industry knowledge allows us to handle even the most complex and specialized extrusion requirements.
- Advanced Technology for Custom Designs: We use state-of-the-art equipment—including 9 production lines and 4 co-extrusion lines—to create custom profiles and multi-layer designs. Whether you need simple or intricate custom extrusions, our technology can meet your specifications with precision and efficiency.
- In-House Engineering and Tooling for Precision: Our dedicated in-house tooling and engineering team works closely with you from concept to completion, providing precise tooling, quick modifications and fast turnarounds. This hands-on approach allows us to fine-tune designs and deliver fully customized solutions faster than our competitors.
- Commitment to High-Quality Custom Products: We are committed to providing top-tier quality in every custom extrusion project. By following ISO-compliant processes and maintaining rigorous quality assurance standards, we ensure your custom products are reliable, durable and made to last.
- Flexible and Scalable Custom Production: Whether you need a small run of prototypes or large-scale production, our 24-hour production capabilities allow us to scale up quickly and meet tight deadlines without sacrificing the quality of your custom extrusions.
- Strategic Location for Efficient Custom Delivery: Located in the Midwest, we offer fast and cost-effective shipping options that ensure your custom products arrive on time, no matter where you’re located.
- Collaborative Custom Design Support: Our engineering team is here to assist you in every step of the design process, from material selection to optimizing the extrusion process. We’ll collaborate with you to develop custom solutions that exceed expectations and enhance your end product.
What Companies Are Saying About Custom Plastic Extrusions from Lakeland Plastics
Preferential treatment is the standard for all customers at Lakeland, allowing a level playing field for everyone involved. They have worked with us for over 10 years, helping to develop a patented product and providing outstanding customer service throughout. It has been an absolute delight working with honest and caring individuals who not only work toward getting things right the first time, but they work tirelessly at making sure goals are met. We consider Lakeland part of the family, and we highly recommend their attention to detail, top level customer service and exemplary design team.
Heather O’Brien
Lakeland has been arguably one of the best manufacturers I have ever worked with. I came to them with a unique extrusion use case and they were able to help with my design. They managed the project with zero friction, or high added costs. The part quality is quite honestly flawless, meeting my specific use case need. The accessibility to the team is always easy and prompt. I didn’t wait days, or weeks for quotes and was able to get my product produced and to the market in a much shorter time frame than several other mfg’s I contacted quoted. Now my product is sold in over 40 states and two countries and proudly produced in the USA. I know this is a long post and I don’t usually do reviews. However, while I maybe a small fish compared to some of their production levels/ capabilities…..my involvement with Lakeland has felt more like family than being just a number on the balance sheet. They will have my business as long as my industry need exists. Hopefully a very long time. So grateful I found this needle in a hay stack. Especially if it is an extruded product you need….highly recommend giving them a shot.
Jakob Rowe
“We’ve had a long-standing partnership with Lakeland Plastics to support building our OTTOLOCK cinch lock bands. Our specifications are not simple and the Lakeland team has consistently demonstrated they are up for the job with a great approach to making the outcome better. We wouldn’t be here without Lakeland and appreciate their mindset in business and customer relationships.”
Jake VanderZandenPresident - OTTO Design Works, LLC
“Lakeland Plastics is a trusted partner for over 25 years…The reason I like to work with their team is because of the personal attention that they invest into their customers…I know that the job will get done on time and on budget.”
E.B.
“Lakeland Plastics has been a valued partner of our company for 40+ years…They are and have consistently been one of our top tier partners – valued relationship which I would highly recommend pursuing.”
G.D.Owner
Friendly people quick loading and overnight parking if your in a pinch at the dock I’d suggest call ahead
Lance Weremy
Just delivered. The guy that unloaded me was awesome. In and out in 15 minutes. Give that man a raise!
Dave Pavloski
I met with Lakeland Plastics this week. They were very professional to meet with. They were generous with their time and were helpful educating me on the plastics industry. While we weren’t a fit for each other in this instance , I can tell that anyone looking for extrusions would be in great hands. I appreciate the referrals and care they provided me.
Justin Brown
Great company to work with, they hold a high standard of quality in the work they do with great communications!
Lee Mornan
We initially faced challenges with a product that required one side to be white and the other black. The previous process involved painting one side, which was time-consuming and resulted in inconsistent quality. However, discovering Lakeland Plastics was a game-changer for us. Their ability to extrude with one side white and the other black not only eliminated the need for painting but also improved our product quality tenfold.
The team at Lakeland Plastics has been outstanding. Mary at the front desk is a true jack-of-all-trades, always providing the answers we need quickly and efficiently. Mike, the owner, and our salesperson, Phil, along with the entire shipping department, have been incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout our partnership.
We highly recommend Lakeland Plastics for their innovative solutions and exceptional customer service.
Robert Ikhtiari
We have a 40+ year business relationship with Lakeland Plastics. They are a key business partner offering excellent products, communication, and service.
Tom Hinde
Lakeland Plastics have really exceeded our expectations. Quality work and precise production have helped my buisiness keep moving forward. I highly recommend this company to anyone for any quality product/profile they may need.
Skyler Davis
Preferential treatment is the standard for all customers at Lakeland, allowing a level playing field for everyone involved. They have worked with us for over 10 years, helping to develop a patented product and providing outstanding customer service throughout. It has been an absolute delight working with honest and caring individuals who not only work toward getting things right the first time, but they work tirelessly at making sure goals are met. We consider Lakeland part of the family, and we highly recommend their attention to detail, top level customer service and exemplary design team.
Heather O’Brien
Lakeland has been arguably one of the best manufacturers I have ever worked with. I came to them with a unique extrusion use case and they were able to help with my design. They managed the project with zero friction, or high added costs. The part quality is quite honestly flawless, meeting my specific use case need. The accessibility to the team is always easy and prompt. I didn’t wait days, or weeks for quotes and was able to get my product produced and to the market in a much shorter time frame than several other mfg’s I contacted quoted. Now my product is sold in over 40 states and two countries and proudly produced in the USA. I know this is a long post and I don’t usually do reviews. However, while I maybe a small fish compared to some of their production levels/ capabilities…..my involvement with Lakeland has felt more like family than being just a number on the balance sheet. They will have my business as long as my industry need exists. Hopefully a very long time. So grateful I found this needle in a hay stack. Especially if it is an extruded product you need….highly recommend giving them a shot.
Jakob Rowe
“We’ve had a long-standing partnership with Lakeland Plastics to support building our OTTOLOCK cinch lock bands. Our specifications are not simple and the Lakeland team has consistently demonstrated they are up for the job with a great approach to making the outcome better. We wouldn’t be here without Lakeland and appreciate their mindset in business and customer relationships.”
Jake VanderZandenPresident - OTTO Design Works, LLC
“Lakeland Plastics is a trusted partner for over 25 years…The reason I like to work with their team is because of the personal attention that they invest into their customers…I know that the job will get done on time and on budget.”
E.B.
“Lakeland Plastics has been a valued partner of our company for 40+ years…They are and have consistently been one of our top tier partners – valued relationship which I would highly recommend pursuing.”
G.D.Owner
Friendly people quick loading and overnight parking if your in a pinch at the dock I’d suggest call ahead
Lance Weremy
Just delivered. The guy that unloaded me was awesome. In and out in 15 minutes. Give that man a raise!
Dave Pavloski
I met with Lakeland Plastics this week. They were very professional to meet with. They were generous with their time and were helpful educating me on the plastics industry. While we weren’t a fit for each other in this instance , I can tell that anyone looking for extrusions would be in great hands. I appreciate the referrals and care they provided me.
Justin Brown
Great company to work with, they hold a high standard of quality in the work they do with great communications!
Lee Mornan
We initially faced challenges with a product that required one side to be white and the other black. The previous process involved painting one side, which was time-consuming and resulted in inconsistent quality. However, discovering Lakeland Plastics was a game-changer for us. Their ability to extrude with one side white and the other black not only eliminated the need for painting but also improved our product quality tenfold.
The team at Lakeland Plastics has been outstanding. Mary at the front desk is a true jack-of-all-trades, always providing the answers we need quickly and efficiently. Mike, the owner, and our salesperson, Phil, along with the entire shipping department, have been incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout our partnership.
We highly recommend Lakeland Plastics for their innovative solutions and exceptional customer service.
Robert Ikhtiari
We have a 40+ year business relationship with Lakeland Plastics. They are a key business partner offering excellent products, communication, and service.
Tom Hinde
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