Some of the projects we've worked on!
British manufacturing supports flexible moulding options for local lighting company
Plunkett’s provide a local production solution with new UK tooling
Injection mould tooling and CNC machining for low volume production parts.
SLS prototypes for form and fit
“Plunkett Associates are our first port of call for questions relating to prototyping new parts and seeking the most effective manufacturing approach for subsequent scaling. They have excellent breadth of experience, work with high quality partners and have a flexibility that we have found enables challenges to be met successfully, cost effectively and in a timely manner.”Nick Skaer, CEO, Orthox Ltd
Fast Track Injection Moulding - running 3,000 parts a day JUST 4 DAYS FROM DESIGN SIGN OFF!
Design for Manufacture critical in moving from 3D printing low volumes to injection moulding and increased production quantities
Aluminium fast track tooling provides low volume production parts for time critical project
Injection moulding suits high performance electronic enclosures
Plunkett associates always find a solution. Whatever we need to prototype, they have a great grasp on the technologies available, costs and lead-times so we get the right solution tailored to the project needs. Have always delivered and never let us down.Naim Audio
Metal and plastic parts CNC machined for heat sinks.
Prototype parts delivered in 2 weeks.
Clear, flexible, metal AND Plastic all required for production part!
From design to production, Plunkett's manage multiple manufacturing processes.
"Plunkett Associates surpassed all expectations, adding real value to our project that fulfilled all our specifications. The Quicklink Midi Backpack is a sophisticated product requiring detailed design for manufacture - Plunkett’s grasped our requirements early on, and as a result, ran with us through prototyping and development. Thanks to Plunkett’s we have a superb product of outstanding quality that we are extremely happy with.”Andy Buttery, Quicklink Video Distribution Services
Compression Moulding ideal for low volume production rubber parts.
From prototype to production, compression moulding in China provides a cost effective, high quality solution.
Compression moulding suits flexible low volume production parts.
Plunketts provide support for design and development, prototyping and production
“I can’t recommend Tim and his team highly enough. We ended up with a design which can be produced and assembled quickly, efficiently and reliably, in volumes that make sense”Simon Leggett, Director, Olivewood Technology
CNC machining excells giving a high quality cosmetic finish.
Accuracy and smooth surface finish a priority for prototype parts.
CNC Machined and chrome plated exhibition models.
Prototype models on time and delivering the 'wow' factor!
"Tim's experience, expertise and supplier base have been fundamental to us getting this project off the ground."Sam Pearce, Jelly Products Ltd
CNC Machining provides a beautiful clear acrylic part.
Hand polished acrylic for high level clarity.
CNC polycarbonate provides high quality clear cover.
CNC machined aluminium give strength and aesthetics to high performance LED floodlight.
“We were really surprised at how quickly they turned round such a high quality prototype and the parts certainly proved their worth. They were of high enough quality to provide a fantastic visual representation and to undergo rigorous testing."Stuart Wilson, Design Director, TRT Lighting
Injection mould tooling for low volume production parts.
Initial SLS prototypes for testing in only a few days.
Injection Mould tooling for clear production parts.
SLA prototypes for form and fit in 5 days.
“Accuracy, finish and delivery all first class.”Andrew Peters, JMDA Ltd
Injection Moulding wins hands down for multiple production parts.
China moulds in just 2 weeks!
Stereolithography (SLA) produces high cosmetic model prototype for exhibition.
Aesthetics the priority for exhibition model and SLA delivers.
“We use Plunkett Associates because we want someone we can trust, that knows what they’re talking about, has all the contacts, will provide reliable advice and feedback and will get the right result for us.”Jim Copestick. Design Manager, Thorlux Lighting
3D Printing in nylon is low volume manufacturing solution for fastener.
CAD design, plus 3D Printed prototype and production parts, all within a week!
Aircraft part made lighter by DMLS.
Titanium alloy replaces aluminium as a significantly lighter option.
“We always know exactly what we’re getting and we know we won’t be let down on quality, price or lead times.”Mark Williams, Research and Development Director, Johnson Safety Products
Vacuum cast polyurethane gives outstanding cosmetic finish.
Plastic production part that looks metallic!!
Die Casting proves viable for small batch runs.
Making the switch from prototyping to production, and the Far East to the UK
“One of Plunkett Associates great strengths it that they listen to what you’re trying to achieve and work hard to find the best and more cost effective method of doing it.”Mike Ayre, Managing Director, Crucible Industrial Design