Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Plastic Machining & Manufacturing Services in Long Beach, CA
Founded in 1969, Plasidyne Engineering & MFG has dedicated five decades to mastering the precision machining of PTFE, exotic plastics, and soft metals. Our journey began with three visionaries pioneering polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) part production, evolving into a leader serving aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial sectors. With 15,000 square feet of advanced manufacturing space in Long Beach, CA, we combine CAD/CAM technology, CNC machinery, and environmentally controlled inspection to deliver complex components meeting rigorous specifications. Our AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications underscore our commitment to quality systems, while ITAR compliance ensures adherence to defense industry regulations.We maintain an ISO-certified internal audit process, annual tool calibration, and MIL-STD-105E sampling standards. Our team of experts leverages cutting-edge equipmentincluding HAAS 5-axis mills and TRACK lathesto produce everything from prototypes to high-volume runs. Specializing in compression molding and precision machining, we offer 100+ material variations including glass-, graphite-, and bronze-filled PTFEs. Backed by RoHS and REACH compliance, our quality management system guarantees on-time delivery of components used in critical applications worldwide. This relentless focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction has earned us recognition as #1 in plastics machining and processing.
Services
CNC Machining
PTFE Manufacturing
Precision Machining
Compression Molding
Aerospace Components
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in PTFE and exotic plastic machining
- Our AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications ensure rigorous quality control systems
- We maintain an ISO-certified internal audit process for continuous compliance
- Our 15,000 sq ft facility includes advanced CNC machinery for precision tolerances
- We provide ITAR-compliant manufacturing for defense industry requirements
Associations and certifications
- AS9100D
- ISO 9001:2015
- ITAR Compliant
Services
CNC Machining
Our CNC machining services produce complex PTFE and plastic components with tight tolerances. Using HAAS 5-axis mills and TRACK lathes, we support prototype through high-volume production. Capabilities include precision tolerances for aerospace and medical applications requiring AS9100D/ISO-certified quality standards.
PTFE Manufacturing
Specializing in PTFE and filled PTFE components, we offer 100+ material variations including glass-, graphite-, and bronze-filled options. Our compression molding and machining processes create parts for critical applications in aerospace, medical, and industrial sectors with RoHS and REACH compliance.
Aerospace Components
We produce precision-machined aerospace components meeting AS and MS standards. Our ITAR-compliant manufacturing includes back-up rings, ball seals, and valve seats using exotic materials. OASIS database registration ensures aerospace quality system compliance for global defense contractors.
Quality Assurance
Our quality systems include AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications with ISO-certified internal auditing. Environmental control rooms and annual tool calibration ensure compliance. We perform MIL-STD-105E sampling for dimensional accuracy verification across all production batches.
Compression Molding
Our compression molding services create complex PTFE and plastic parts with high precision. Capable of producing large components up to 270-ton press capacity, we maintain tight tolerances for industrial applications requiring chemical resistance and thermal stability in critical operating environments.
People
Three Founders
Founders
Three visionary engineers established Plasidyne in 1969 to pioneer PTFE machining. Their commitment to quality and innovation laid the foundation for 50+ years of growth while maintaining core values of customer focus and technical excellence.
Questions
What materials do you work with?
We specialize in PTFE and filled PTFE variants including glass-, graphite-, and bronze-filled options. We also work with exotic plastics like Peek, Torlon, and Vespel, plus soft metals including aluminum and brass for precision components.
Are you certified for aerospace manufacturing?
Yes, we hold AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications. Our OASIS database registration and ITAR compliance ensure we meet aerospace quality standards for defense contractors worldwide.
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial sectors. Our precision-machined components are used in critical applications requiring chemical resistance, thermal stability, and dimensional accuracy.
What is your production capacity?
Our 15,000 sq ft Long Beach facility supports prototype development through high-volume production. We have 270-ton presses, HAAS 5-axis mills, and TRACK lathes for complex components meeting tight tolerances.
How do you ensure quality control?
We maintain AS9100D/ISO-certified quality systems with environmental control rooms, annual tool calibration, and MIL-STD-105E sampling. Our ISO-certified internal audit process ensures continuous compliance with international standards.
