Plastic moulding tools are precision-engineered systems used to shape molten or softened plastic into finished components with consistent accuracy and repeatability. By creating an exact cavity and core arrangement, the tool forms the geometry, surface finish and critical features of the final product. Plastic mould tools are essential for maintaining dimensional stability, structural integrity and production efficiency across industries where high-quality, repeatable manufacturing is required.
At Burnsall Engineering, we specialise in the design and manufacture of precision plastic mould tooling, with particular expertise in injection moulds for high-volume production environments. Supported by advanced machining capabilities and seven decades of tooling experience, we manufacture durable, high-performance tools for automotive, industrial, medical and consumer applications.
Alongside plastic injection moulds, we also design and manufacture rubber compression mould tools and extrusion die sets, delivering tooling solutions tailored to your application, production requirements and performance goals.
Another area of our toolmaking expertise is the manufacture of polyurethane ‘pour type’ mould tools. Drawing on the same precision engineering principles applied across our mould tooling portfolio, we produce robust, high-accuracy tooling solutions for customers requiring durable polyurethane components across a range of industrial applications.
Plastic injection moulding is a manufacturing process where molten plastic is injected into a precision-engineered mould cavity under controlled pressure, before cooling and solidifying into the final component. The process offers exceptional repeatability and is ideal for producing high volumes of accurate, consistent parts.
Plastic injection mould tools are a great solution for:
- High-volume production efficiency
- Excellent dimensional accuracy
- Consistent, repeatable quality
- Complex geometries
- Reduced cycle times
- Scalability for automated production
Once a moulded component has cooled and solidified, it must be removed safely and consistently without damaging the finished part. Part ejection systems are designed to release components while preventing marking, distortion or unnecessary stress.
At Burnsall Engineering, every mould incorporates an ejection solution tailored to the component geometry and production requirements. Whether using ejector pins, sleeves, stripper plates or more complex mechanisms, we engineer reliable systems that support smooth operation, consistent quality and long-term mould performance.
Why choose Burnsall?
- 70 years of toolmaking experience
- Fully insured and BS EN ISO 9001 accredited
- In-house team of expert designers and engineers
- State-of-the art modelling and programming applications
- Established relationships with approved contractors
- High quality and competitive lead times
- Awarded the only preferred supply status to a facility in Europe by DuPont Performance Elastomers
