Speed Plastics manufactures a wide range of specialist products from flexible plastics such as PVC, polyurethane films, polyester and polyurethane coated textiles, used in the medical, surgical and furniture industries. We have also developed our own products for use in the leisure industry, such as inflatable buoyancy bags for use in water sports, and sensory learning aids for children.
For many years the company has been at the forefront of technology, manufacturing and developing defence and survival products on behalf of the Ministry of Defence and civilian medical evacuation authorities. Products are made to the highest specifications by high frequency electronic welding of materials and by the most complex and intricate tooling and finishing using modern equipment and techniques. Lead times are short with quality guaranteed to ISO 9000 standards.
High Frequency Welding of PVC, Polyurethane Films and Coated Materials
A comprehensive range of High Frequency welding facilities is available from small 1.5kw foot welders, 10 to 30kw shuttle trays through to our 80kw twin-shuttle welding machine having a 1600mm x 2700 heated platen and 1900 x 3000mm lay-up tables. Other production facilities include Roller Cutting, Press Cutting, Ultrasonic Welding and Pressure Testing
Medical and Pharmaceutical Supplies Sector
We specialise in the high frequency welding of flexible PVC film, polyurethane film, PVC and polyurethane coated textiles. These materials are used in the manufacture of products in the medical and pharmaceutical industry.
Pressure Relief Mattresses: Pressure Sore Prevention
Speed Plastics has made a significant contribution to the quality of life for long-term hospital and wheelchair bound patients, through the development of intricate sensors used to control airflow in Pressure Relief Mattresses to the manufacture of the mattresses themselves. Effective pressure relief care ensures patient comfort, speeds rehabilitation, enhances resource management and eases the burden on careers.
Non-Sterile Disposal and Protection from Sharps Injury
A number of the states in America have made it law that anti-needle stick devices are to be used. Our disposal pad has been developed to safely dispose of blades and needles after use. The adhesive pad allows for the safe disposal of needles and blades which are placed on the adhesive. The pad is folded over and the risk of injury from the sharps is removed. It can then be disposed of safely.
Flexible PVC Film Patient Containment and Transportation Systems for Disease and Infection Control
We manufacture transit isolation units designed to control tropical diseases and infections for clients supplying the medical and military evacuation equipment industry. The units are made from a variety of materials including high quality, optical grade PVC to ensure barrier nursing and patient comfort.
Isolators, Suits and Sleeves manufactured from Flexible PVC Film
Flexible isolators, suits and sleeves are made by Speed Plastics for clients supplying and servicing medical and pharmaceutical sectors. The clean air filtration systems are manufactured by the high frequency welding of a variety of materials including high quality, optical grade PVC to ensure operator comfort.
Defence and Survival Sector
Speed Plastics specialise in the high frequency welding of flexible PVC film, polyurethane film, PVC and polyurethane coated textiles. These materials are used in the manufacture of products in the defence and survival industry.
A variety of products are manufactured for clients including the Ministry of Defence, the Australian Navy and Airforce. These products range from water carrier solutions through to disposable chemical warfare protection suits and survival products which are equally at home in the leisure world i.e. the Solar Water Still for yachtsmen.
Vacuum Mattress for use with stretchers by Paramedics and Mountain Rescue
A vacuum mattress used in conjunction with a stretcher during rescue and transportation to medical facilities provides whole body immobilization. The immobilization of a patient is paramount when multiple injuries are present or when diagnosis is difficult. When used with a cervical collar, a vacuum mattress can provide total and effective spinal immobilization.
A stretcher fitted with a vacuum mattress provides further comfort for the patient. Our vacuum mattresses are suitable for applications in the Health Service, Paramedic and Mountain Rescue Organisations.
To ensure optimum performance our vacuum mattresses are manufactured from polyurethane coated Nylon together with strong seams and proven valves offering excellent wear properties and the ability to withstand the rigorous use to which they are subjected. Each mattress is subject to vacuum tests ensuring optimum performance in the field.
Solar Still aka Vapor Still
In a situation of survival the Solar Still (AKA Vapor Still) can provide a short to medium term source of fresh drinking water from seawater, rivers and ponds. This important and necessary piece of survival equipment has been used by the military and yachtsmen for many years.
Solar radiation is used to distill and collect the drinking water; essential for daily survival both at sea and in deserts. It is lightweight, compact and easy to use with an output of between 500 and 2000cc per day depending upon climatic conditions.
Weapons Sleeves for Small Arms Protection
In many cases our products are used extensively by Special Forces where reliability and functionality are of utmost importance when out in the field. An example of which is the weapons sleeve, designed to keep a variety of small arms clean and dry and ready for use.
Automotive and Aircraft Seating, Orthopedic Care, Contract Furniture
Inflatable Lumbar Support Solutions
Speed Plastics encompass every aspect of seating including domestic seating and bedding, automotive, aircraft and contract seating for offices. A combination of solutions such as gel pad technology and air filled inflatable lumbar support offers adjustable but compliant support and are more sympathetic and comfortable for the human body than a solid seat profile.
Sensory Stimulation and Learning Aids for Children
Over the years Speed Plastics has developed its own range of child learning aids. Child learning products are a result of dedication to the provision of quality products for people with learning difficulties or for those requiring therapy. Therapists find that our play rolls and play tools are an excellent tool.
Sailboat Buoyancy Bags, Flotation Aids and Sailing Accessories
Speed Plastics specializes in the high frequency welding of PVC, polyurethane film, PVC and polyurethane coated textiles used in the manufacture of buoyancy flotation aids in the marine and boating leisure industry. One of our most popular applications is our range of buoyancy bags for canoes, kayaks and dinghies, manufactured from polyurethane coated nylon with strong seams and proven valves.
