We have worked with McLaren Plastics since 1986 and have always received excellent service. McLaren has been an integral part in the development of many of our thermometers and instrumentation and we continue to be grateful for their assistance with all our orders, especially when urgent production is required. We wish McLaren continued success.
Leading Injection Moulding Company.
Expert Injection Mould Toolmaking.
Comprehensive Secondary Processes.
Your Trusted Manufacturing Partner.
our story
About mclaren plastics
With over six decades of expertise, McLaren Plastics Ltd, based in Midlothian, Scotland, is a leading force in the plastic injection moulding industry.
Our commitment to precision and innovation has allowed us to stay at the forefront of the industry, consistently updating our production facilities to utilise the latest best-practice moulding techniques. As a result, many of our clients have partnered with us for decades, some for nearly 40 years; a testament to the service and trust we provide.
We specialise in manufacturing bespoke mouldings, delivering custom plastic components tailored to the exact specifications of our clients. We also offer a range of in-house products, available from stock or with short lead times. Whether you’re looking to reshore your plastic manufacturing or require expert guidance in injection mould tooling and product development, McLaren Plastics offers the technical knowledge and flexibility to meet your needs.
Our skilled team is equipped with the expertise to support you throughout the product development journey, from tooling and moulding to secondary processes and quality control, ensuring that every project meets the highest standards.
Services
What we do
Injection Moulding
Our moulding services combine cutting-edge technology with decades of expertise. We deliver high-quality, precision-moulded products for businesses across the UK and beyond.
Toolmaking
We offer expert injection mould toolmaking, ensuring precise and durable tools for every project. Our experienced team designs and manufactures bespoke moulds, delivering reliable, high-quality solutions to our clients.
Design for Manufacture
Our design for manufacture service helps bring your ideas to life. We work closely with clients to develop production-ready products that are both cost-effective and manufacturable to the highest standards.
3D Printing
We utilise 3D printing for fast prototyping allowing you to test and perfect designs ahead of large-scale injection moulding. This ensures efficient design validation and a smooth transition to full production.
Reshoring & Sub-Contract Work
We support businesses looking to reshore manufacturing to the UK, offering greater control, faster lead times, and improved supply chain security. Our local production ensures high-quality results, reduced carbon footprint, and a smoother, more transparent manufacturing process. We also have experience in sub-contract work allowing us to support companies when extra capacity is required.
Projects
How can we help you?
Over the years we have manufactured billions of components, both large and small, for a wide range of customers. We support clients at every stage of the manufacturing process, so if you have an idea, a design or an existing mould you’re looking to reshore, McLaren Plastics has the expertise to meet your needs efficient and reliably.
Do you have a design?
From a basic concept or a fully realised CAD design, we provide clients with expert guidance to deliver the best solutions for moulded plastic components with our design to manufacture service.
Do you have a mould?
Currently with injection moulding machines ranging from 50 to 380 tonnes of clamping force, including seven all-electric models, McLaren Plastics has the versatility to handle moulds of varying sizes and complexities
Need extra moulding capacity?
If you’re an injection moulding company looking for temporary or permanent sub-contract capacity for a moulding project, get in touch to see if we can help.
Do you have a project to reshore?
Looking to move your production from overseas, back to the UK? We’d be delighted to help. Benefit from shorter lead times, a more secure supply chain and more.
Expertise
Serving Multiple Sectors
Custom moulding
We offer flexible bespoke moulding solutions, producing custom moulded components for a wide range of industries with precision and reliability.
Agriculture
With extensive experience in agriculture, we deliver custom-moulded components that combine strength and precision, built to thrive in rugged conditions.
Automotive
Our automotive expertise ensures high-quality moulded components that meet strict industry requirements. Durable, precise, and built for performance.
Construction
Moulded to last; our moulded components for the construction industry meet the stringent demands of tough environments and safety-critical applications.
Electronics
From housings to connectors, our expertise in electronics provides precision, durability, and seamless performance.
Medical
Precision and patient safety are paramount; our mouldings for the medical industry meet the strict standards required for healthcare applications.
Oil & gas and Energy Storage
Delivering exceptional durability and performance and designed for challenging conditions, our moulded components for the oil and gas sector meet critical demands.
Plumbing
Building on our heritage in plumbing, we manufacture high-quality moulded components, delivering strength, precision, and long-lasting performance.
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