3 NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT INJECTION MOULDING MACHINES FOR GILT EDGE

We are pleased to announce that we are due take delivery of three new Boy injection moulding machines in December 2014.

Our continual investment and rolling 3 year machine replacement programme ensures we are always manufacturing your product on efficient, modern, equipment with exceptional repeatability coupled with built in programmable tolerance monitoring systems. 

Of course we also realise the importance of our external environment and with this in mind these are the latest energy efficient "E-range" machines.   These machines are equipped with state of the art touch screen control systems setting new standards for precision, repeatability and speed. 

BRC GLOBAL STANDARD FOR PACKAGING AND PACKAGING MATERIALS

Over the past months Gilt Edge Plastics have been working hard to achieve the British Retail Consortium Global Standard For Packaging and Packaging Materials Accreditation (BRC Accreditation).

This Standard was designed to protect the consumer by providing a common basis for the certification of companies supplying packaging to own-brand food producers.

The Standard specifies the safety, quality and operational criteria required within packaging manufacturing organisations to fulfil obligations with regard to legal compliance and protection of the consumer.

We are pleased to report that our operating and production systems have been fully up-dated and our staff have been trained to comply with this Standard. We now feel fully prepared to achieve this accreditation and are looking to achieve our goal within the next couple of months.  

CHRISTMAS 2014
We would like to take the opportunity to wish all our customers and potential customers a very Happy Christmas and a Prosperous 2015!

Please Note our Opening Hours for Christmas 2014

Close - Tuesday 23 December 2014 at 5.00 p.m.

Re-open - Monday 5 January 2015 at 8.00 a.m.

Looking Forward to 2013

At Gilt Edge we are looking forward to assisting our existing customers and new customers with their projects in 2013. Be sure to contact us if our professional team can help you in any way. We would be delighted to hear from you.

Christmas Opening Times

Gilt Edge Plastics would like to wish all our customers and potential customers a very Happy Christmas and Prosperous New Year. We will be closing at 5pm on Friday 21 December 2012 for Christmas and re-opening at 8am on Wednesday 2 January 2013. We look forward to receiving your enquiries up until 21 December and assisting you with your projects during 2013.

Up-dated Website!

We are pleased to announce that our up-dated website went live this morning. Why not take a look at our new "Recent Project" Page. Gilt Edge Plastics are proud to have been associated with the Songboard Project. Watch this space for news of further projects in the future and, of course, if you require assistance with any of your plastic injection moulding requirements at any time we would be delighted to assist you.

Christmas 2012

Please be advised that our Christmas closing times are as follows:-

5 pm Friday 21 December 2012 to 8 am Wednesday 2 January 2013

Songboard

At Gilt Edge Plastics Limited we are always excited to receive new innovative projects, so when we were approached by a design company to injection mould plastic spheres for their Songboard project naturally we were delighted to help. With our expertise in plastic injection moulding and with 24 hr production, we were able to work alongside our experienced toolmaker to produce the spheres in a limited timeframe in preparation for the London 2012 Olympic Games. Songboard was produced as a temporary attraction for the City of London during the Olympic and Paralympic Games and is based at Kings Cross Station from 24th July – 9th September and then at the D & AD Awards on 18th September 2012. Songboard is a multi-sensory interactive installation measuring 35 metres long, containing a dot matrix of thousands of yellow and black plastic injection moulded spheres which, when turned, enable users to create their own patterns, signs, messages and sounds that form recognisable melodies. For weeks now Songboard has been providing a visually captivating and entertaining feature for passers by at Kings Cross. Members of the public have been fascinated by Songboard and Gilt Edge Plastics have been proud to be part of its production. Images can be seen at http://www.songboardlondon.com/images.html

Additional New Machine For Gilt Edge ...

In line with our quality commitment and to mould our customers products on the most up to date energy efficient machinery, we are soon to take delivery of a new hi-tech machine as part of our continuous three year replacement programme.

Gemplas Coffee Stirrers

At Gilt Edge Plastics, we have been producing coffee stirrers for over 22 years. We produce two kinds of stirrers - our Original - and also Value Stirrers. Both our stirrers are made from prime high specification food grade material and will perform perfectly even in the hottest drinks. Our Value Stirrers are designed with good rigidity in mind with a low material content for reduced costs. We are able to send samples and literature on our products. Our costs are competitive and include delivery. Why not contact us today for a quote? Mike Franklin - Managing Director - mike@giltedgeplastics.co.uk Elaine Jarrold - Administration and Accounts -- elaine@giltedgeplastics.co.uk Tel: 01708 379005

Over 28 Years' Experience in Injection Moulding

Our friendly and professional team have over 27 years experience in injection moulding: Key Personnel: Mike Franklin, Managing Director: After 4 years of studying mechanical and production engineering at the NE London Polytechnic and from an injection moulding family background Mike founded Gilt Edge Plastics in 1984. Responsible for the overall running of the company and driven by a desire to provide exceptional customer service Mike has been particularly fastidious in all areas of the business including personnel, plant, working environment and business procedures. Kevin Stanford, Production Manager: Kevin has over 27 years experience in injection moulding. He is responsible for the day to day smooth running of all factory operations, ensuring that our products are continually produced to the highest standards and are delivered on time to our customers. Kevin is also responsible for our factory personnel. Need advice on your project? Contact us now.

24 Hour Production at Gilt Edge Plastics

With our 24 Hr operation we are able to offer our customers fast, flexible and repeatable production with short lead times. Contact us now to see how we can help you to keep your project on time.

Lead Times

With our continued and planned investment in new plant and with 24hr operation, we are able to offer fast, flexible and repeatable production with short lead times.

Help With Your Material Choice

It is vital that the correct material is selected for your project. The composition of the material, its mechanical characteristics, moulding properties and obviously cost all need to be taken into consideration. With our expertise and knowledge we are able to give sound advice in respect of material choice. Just call to speak to Mike Franklin, Managing Director, or Kevin Stanford, Production Manager.

How Would We Proceed With Your Project?

Initially we would produce a 3D drawing of your proposed product for you if you have not already got one. If you are happy with the design we could get an SLA* model made so that you can actually try the product. Providing the SLA is satisfactory to you we would initiate tooling production. After the tool is complete we would sample the mould and check the mouldings for size, colour, function etc. If necessary we would then make any tooling adjustments required and then re-sample. Once you are satisfied that the sample meets your exact requirements we would proceed to manufacture your product. *Stereolithography/SLAs are used in the research and design stages of a product. This is a rapid way to produce one part and takes approximately 1-3 days. SLAs can subsequently be used for conformity of fit, size, and function. Contact us now to see how we can help you.

Insert Staking

What is Insert Staking? ...... Using thermal probes, brass or metal inserts are inserted into cavities moulded into the component. Heat from the probe transfers through the insert and melts the plastic surrounding the insert so the insert becomes embedded in the component. This process can be used on a variety of products including fasteners, hinge plates, pivots and hubs to name but a few. This is another of the many services Gilt Edge Plastics are able to provide to customers. Contact us for specialist advice.

Pad Printing

Pad printing is a form of printing that can transfer a 2-D image onto a 3-D object. Initially an image is etched into a flat printing plate and ink is then poured into the etch. A flexible silicone rubber pad picks up a film of ink from the plate and transfers it to the three dimensional part surface. Throughout this process the ink becomes tacky as solvent evaporates from the ink. The flexible silicone pad is able to pick up the image from the flat plate and transfer it to many surface shapes – e.g. concave, convex spherical and cylindrical. By applying pressure the pad conforms to the surface shape and leaves the desired image on the object. This form of printing can be used on products including electronic components, sports equipment, toys, automobile parts, medical equipment and many others. This is another of the many services we are able to provide to our customers. Contact us for help with your project.

Hot Foil Printing

Hot foil printing is a highly effective and appealing way of printing designs, text and graphics onto moulded parts using a heated die and coloured foil but without the use of ink thereby eliminating drying times. This effect can be produced using a wide variety of foil materials such as holographic, metallic, gloss and matt colours. The die comes into contact with the foil and places a thing layer of the foil onto the moulding. When heat is added the foil adheres to the object leaving the required design. At Gilt Edge we are able to offer this service to our customers. Contact us for more information.

What Is Injection Moulding Used For?

Injection Moulding can be used for producing a huge variety of components – bottle tops, mechanical parts, automobile components, computer and mobile phone components, musical instruments and parts, storage containers, medical parts, hooks, coat hangers, toys, etc. - The list is endless! Let us help with your project.

Tooling

Our low cost and shared cost tooling options help you to keep your project within budget. Contact us today for a quote. Mike Franklin - Managing Director - mike@giltedgeplastics.co.uk