Find answers to common questions about our range of high-quality plastics. From material properties and applications to fabrication tips and maintenance advice, our FAQs provide the information you need to get the most from our products.
Yes, you can collect your order from our Trade Counter, located at our Head Office:
Oadby Plastics Ltd, Golf Course Lane, Braunstone Frith Industrial Estate, Leicester, LE3 1UA. To arrange your collection time, please call 0116 232 1010 or email sales@oadbyplastics.co.uk.
Yes. Each of our engineering plastics has its own Technical Data Sheet (TDS) containing all the properties and technical information relevant to the product type and grade. You can find these on individual product pages and in our resources section.
Delivery times depend on order size, stock availability, and any machining requirements. Thanks to extensive stockholding and our own fleet of vehicles, our dedicated Sales team will work with you to ensure our delivery meets your schedule and expectations. For an accurate lead time, contact our Sales team: 0116 232 1010 or email sales@oadbyplastics.co.uk.
Machining plastics with CNCs offers several advantages over metals. Engineering plastics are easier to machine, require less power and tool wear, and can significantly reduce production time and cost. They’re lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and provide excellent chemical, electrical, and thermal insulation. Plastics also offer greater design flexibility, making them cost-effective, durable and ideal for high-performance applications across a wide range of industries.
We don’t offer injection moulding for our plastic ranges; however, we can provide the following services:
Lead times depend on component complexity, material availability, and production volumes. By aligning our experience with your production goal, our technical and production teams will work closely with you to reduce turnaround times and ensure precision-engineered results that are machined to meet your specifications. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and receive a tailored lead time estimate.
Yes. As a trusted UK plastics stockist and machining specialist, our technical experts can advise you on the most suitable material for your specific environment, load, or performance requirement. With over 3,000 tonnes of in-house stock, we can recommend the ideal engineering plastic to meet your needs.
Get in touch with our team on 0116 232 1010.
We supply a wide range of options, from semi-finished plastics in sheet, rod, and profile form, to precision-machined and fabricated components that are tailored to customer requirements.
We also work closely with customers to provide sub-assemblies where required.
Our sister company, Oadby Conveyors, supplies complete modular conveyor systems and other multi-part solutions, allowing us to support everything from individual components to fully integrated systems.
Yes. Oadby Plastics is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditations, ensuring consistent quality, reliability, and environmentally responsible practices across all materials, machining, and fabrication services.
