Profile, Rod, and Tube Extrusions

For over 50 years, Pexco has partnered with customers to deliver innovative custom plastic extrusions. From specialty applications to advanced material solutions, plastic extrusion is at the core of what we do.

We serve the needs of various global markets and applications. More than 50 engineering and production specialists provide consultation, design for manufacture, and production of custom extruded plastic products that help our customers solve their most challenging problems. We have extensive experience working with both industrial and consumer products companies.

Plastic Extrusions Capabilities

Pexco has been a leader in custom plastic extrusion, delivering innovative solutions for diverse markets and applications. With six in-house tool and die centers and expertise in processing over 500 different resins, we offer unmatched versatility and precision. Whether you’re designing a complex part or optimizing an existing component, our team is here to guide you from concept to production.

Extrusion Techniques

We specialize in a wide range of advanced extrusion processes to meet your unique needs:

Co- & Tri-Extrusion

Multi-Layer Extrusion is a process in which two or more polymers are combined and/or joined.

Co-extrusion involves simultaneously processing multiple plastic materials through a die to create components with distinct properties, such as varied finishes, durometers, or colors, within a single fused part. This technique is ideal for applications requiring multiple performance characteristics, such as transparent and opaque sections for lighting or flexible hinges integrated with rigid components.

Pexco operates multiple co-extruders across its business platform, offering innovative solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.

Tri-extrusion uses three materials to create a single part with varied properties, such as finishes, durometers, or colors. Common applications include lighting components, flexible hinges, or gaskets fused to rigid parts.

Pexco’s tri-extrusion capabilities deliver innovative, multi-functional solutions tailored to your needs, utilizing three extruders to manufacture a part that has three resins of differing properties.

Crosshead Extrusion

Crosshead extrusion is a process that coats and envelops materials like wire or metal shapes with plastic by feeding them through a “crosshead” at the extrusion die. This technique allows solid substrates, such as copper wire or fibrous materials, to integrate into the plastic melt, creating a durable, composite product.

Commonly used in wire and cable manufacturing, crosshead extrusion is also ideal for custom plastic applications where materials cannot pass through the extruder’s screw and barrel. Pexco offers single-layer, co-extrusion, and multi-layer crosshead extrusion solutions to meet diverse performance requirements.

Elastomer Extrusion

Our elastomer extrusion capabilities ensure flexibility, resilience, and durability for a wide range of applications. We specialize in producing high-quality elastomeric components that meet stringent industry standards for automotive, construction, food and beverage, and general industrial uses.

Our in-house tool and die shop with over 3000 dies allow us to produce custom profiles for a multitude of applications.

Engineered Plastic Extrusion

Pexco specializes in high-performance plastic extrusions designed for durability and strength. Our advanced materials support automotive, industrial, and consumer applications, delivering reliable performance in the most demanding environments.

Materials We Process:

Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Elastomers
Fluoropolymers
Nylon (NY)
Polycarbonate (PC)
Polychlorotrifluoroethylene (PCTFE)
Polyethylene (PE)
Polysulfone (PSU)
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Polyurethane
And more…

Extrusion Design

We simplify the design and manufacturing process for custom plastic extrusions. Whether you need assistance with material selection or refining your design, our experts are here to guide you every step of the way.

If plastic isn’t the best solution for your application, we’ll tell you upfront. In many cases, we can also recommend design adjustments to optimize manufacturability, saving you time and reducing costs.

Fluoropolymer Extrusion

Our fluoropolymer extrusion capabilities offer exceptional chemical resistance and high-temperature performance, making them ideal for demanding applications in industries such as aerospace and defense, environmental, industrial, life sciences and medical, and semiconductor. We provide solutions to meet your specific needs with precision and quality.

Profile Extrusion

Profile extrusion is a precise engineering process, ensuring consistent quality and tight tolerances in any shaped plastic component. We specialize in custom profiles, from open designs to closed configurations like tubes.

Pexco globally operates 150+ extrusion lines, allowing for a wide range of sizes and constructions.

Standard Polymer Extrusion

Our standard polymer extrusion services offer versatile, cost-effective solutions for a wide range of applications. With a commitment to quality and efficiency, we provide extrusions that meet your specifications with precision and consistency. Additionally, we maintain an extensive inventory of standard components in various sizes, ready for immediate shipment.

Our capabilities include producing high-quality plastic tube and pipe extrusions. Our tubing is available in both rigid and flexible designs, while our pipe is manufactured as durable, rigid structures. These products range in size and are crafted from materials such as nylon, polyurethane, and polyethylene. Leveraging advanced extrusion techniques, we also create hollow and solid profiles designed for diverse uses.

Learn More About Pexco's Full Range of Plastic Manufacturing Capabilities

Why Choose Pexco?

Material Expertise

Our extensive material portfolio allows us to engineer extrusions with properties tailored to your application. We process engineering-grade resins like ABS, Nylon, Polycarbonate, Polyurethane, and Polysulfone, alongside standard materials such as Acrylic, Polyethylene, and PVC. Specialized materials, such as Fluoropolymers, offer exceptional chemical resistance and high-temperature performance for demanding industries like aerospace and medical.

Applications

Our extensive portfolio of extrusion products finds applications in numerous fields, offering tailored solutions to meet the unique demands of each sector.

Things to Consider When Choosing a Product for an Application

Application – media transfer or pneumatic
Usage – fluid or gas handling or process control
Level of flexibility or rigidness required
Minimum and maximum tolerances
Operating pressure and temperature
Resin compatibility with the media being conveyed

Diameter specifications to match new/existing connections and fittings
Wall thicknesses and durometers
Chemical, UV, and abrasion resistance
Required specifications (REACH, RoHS)
Cost/performance assessment
Color indicator requirements – standard or custom
Standard or metric sizing
Tubing varieties

Aerospace and Defense

Precision-engineered extrusions for critical applications, including aircraft interiors, structural components, radar systems, and defense equipment designed to meet rigorous safety and performance standards

Automotive and Transportation

Seals, gaskets, tubing, interior trim parts, and wire and cable management solutions for vehicles, heavy equipment, and agricultural machinery

Construction and Infrastructure

Durable extrusions for window frames, doors, siding, roofing, and components for plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, and large-scale industrial and agricultural projects

Consumer Goods and Recreation

Mechanical, recreational vehicles, marine applications, landscape, golf, and storage.

Electrical and Technology

Fiber optics, connectors, enclosures, and insulation materials with specific electrical properties and flame resistance

Food Safety

FDA-compliant food processing solutions, including components designed for hygiene, durability, and compliance with strict safety regulations

Industrial and Environmental

Misting and fogging, environmental sampling, solar energy, water purification, filtration systems requiring chemical resistance, and durable solutions for industrial machinery, construction, and heavy equipment