Formwell Plastics Ltd
Formwell Plastics are
specialists in plastic fabrication, design, engineering and custom vacuum
forming services. With over 25 years’ experience we have the capabilities to
undertake pre-production, short run and long run prototyping. Using the latest
CNC technology we provide custom jigs and tools to suit your requirements.
Based in the heart of the Midlands, Leicester, we are able to supply clients all
over the UK, satisfying many different industry sectors like medical,
automotive, engineering, aviation, rail, retail displays, machinery guarding,
point of sale, food and leisure.
| Services |
Our complete service includes working with our clients on problem solving and
initial design concepts through to the delivery of finished products. We are
happy to take on projects of all sizes, working on everything from long running
high-capacity projects to short production runs and prototyping.
Our range of services include:
- CNC Routing (Two 3 axis CNC routers, any profile, 3000mm x 1500mm)
- Vacuum Forming (Three vacuum forming machines, tooling service, up to 60” x
40” capacity)
- Plastic Welding (Plastic welding of PETG, PPC, PVC, PPH and PE)
- Cold Bending (Up to 1200mm)
- Heat Line Bending (Top & bottom heating up to 1800mm)
- Flame Polishing (Flame polishing by hand of any size or profile acrylics)
- Diamond Polishing (Straight edge diamond polishing of any length)
- Design/Programming (We design & program digital cut files for CNC routing)
- Drape Forming (Drape forming of a range of materials and profiles)
| Custom Vacuum Forming Services |
Custom vacuum forming services are available to all industry sectors, we
have production facilities with state-of-the-art machinery for sizes up to
1270mm x 762mm. Our custom plastic vacuum forming service delivers made-to-order
solutions designed around your exact needs.
We produce everything from vacuum-formed trays and holders to durable supports,
racks and protective pads - all tailored to your specifications. Whether you
need bespoke components for optical equipment, medical applications, retail
displays or automotive parts, our process ensures precision, consistency and
quality in every piece. We also create custom plastic trays and holders for
training aids and limb supports, offering both functionality and a professional
finish. Whatever your industry, our custom vacuum forming brings your ideas to
life with practical, cost-effective results.
| Vacuum Formed and Plastic Fabricated Products |
We manufacture a wide range of precision engineered products through vacuum
forming and plastic fabrication, designed to meet the needs of diverse
industries.
Medical and Training Sector
We produce prosthetic support trays, limb training aid holders, and hospital or
therapy equipment racks. Our vacuum formed supports for medical devices are
designed for strength, hygiene and ease of use - ensuring reliable performance
in demanding environments.
Retail, Hospitality and Optician Sectors
Formwell Plastics create custom optical display trays, retail point-of-sale
racks and acrylic holders for menus, condiments, or promotional materials. Each
piece is crafted to enhance presentation while maintaining durability and
professional appeal.
Automotive and Industrial Sectors
We supply engine part holders, workshop tool trays, protective plastic supports
and bespoke racks for automotive components. Every item is built for precision
fit and long-lasting protection, helping streamline workflow and safeguard
valuable parts.
From one-off prototypes to full production runs, our vacuum forming and plastic
fabrication expertise allows us to deliver reliable, custom made solutions
across all sectors.
| Bespoke Acrylic Display Manufacturers |
As specialist acrylic display manufacturers, we design and produce bespoke
acrylic solutions for retail, hospitality and exhibition environments.
From sleek acrylic display stands for opticians and retail spaces to custom
trays, signage and product holders, every piece is crafted to showcase your
products with style and precision. We also create durable acrylic racks for
training aids and specialist equipment, combining practicality with a polished,
professional finish.
Whether you need a one-off point-of-sale display or a full exhibition setup. As
bespoke acrylic display manufacturers we delivers eye-catching, high-quality
results that elevate your brand and enhance presentation.
| Thermoformed Plastic Preparation Trays |
Formwell Plastics Ltd produce specialised thermoformed plastic preparation trays
for the transportation of various objects, components and parts. Our plastic
preparation trays are bespoke products that are tailored to your unique
requirements.
We use thermoforming to manufacture plastic preparation trays where
repeatability and low tolerances are expected. Thermoforming also allows use to
design trays with thick walls or extremely thin walls.
| Drape Forming Acrylic |
Drape forming is a specialist service used for moulding acrylic components into
desired shapes or gentle curves. This production method involves draping a hot
acrylic sheet over a mould and holding it in place until it cools. Our drape
forming services are comprehensive, we can handle acrylic sheet of varying
thicknesses and sizes.
| Injection Moulding |
To suit all levels of pricing Formwell Plastics have the capabilities to mould
varying levels of purity from re-grind up to virgin. Our auto-cad trained
personnel can use traditional drafting methods to help get your idea from the
drawing board to market or provide you with in-house design assistance.
Areas CoveredOur custom vacuum forming services, orthotics plastic components and prosthetics plastic components are available to the following locations and the rest of the UK: |