Advanced Manufacturing

PLASTIC & RUBBER MANUFACTURING

Karlex delivers advanced manufacturing solutions for thermoplastics, elastomers and silicone components. From design optimization and tooling to serial production and premium surface finishing, we provide the right technology for every application.

Advanced Plastics & Elastomer Manufacturing

From simple technical components to complex multi-material assemblies and premium cosmetic products.
Karlex supports OEMs and industrial customers throughout the complete product lifecycle, from design optimization and tooling development to serial production and advanced surface finishing.
With more than 25 years of manufacturing experience, we provide solutions for automotive, medical, electronics, consumer products and industrial equipment applications.

Injection Molding

High precision to large structural parts

  • From miniature high tolerance to very large products
  • Thin wall molding
  • Insert & overmolding
  • Large tonnage upto 3500+

Rubber & Elastomer Components

A wide range of elastomer materials for demanding industrial applications.

  • EPDM, NBR, Silicone, NR
  • TPU, TPE, TPR, EVA
  • Seals, gaskets, bellows
  • Dampers, wheels, medical parts

Rapid Heat Cycle Molding

Premium Cosmetic Surfaces

  • No welding lines or sinkmarks
  • Hgh Gloss Surfaces
  • Perfect for Piano Black parts
  • Better fibre distribution

Special Effect Molding

Unique effects with special masterbatches

  • Metallic & Pearl effects
  • Granite, marble & wood looks
  • Soft touch & carbon look
  • Eliminate painting

2K Injection Molding

Two Materials One Production Cycle

  • Soft Touch Grips
  • Integrated Seals
  • Multicolor Products
  • Reduced Assembly cost

LSR & 2K LSR

Liquid Silicone Rubber production

  • Excellent Temperature Resistance
  • Biocomptible
  • Chemical Resistant
  • 2K LSR - Integrate LSR with thermoplastic

Vacuum Forming

Cost-Effective Solution for Large Plastic Parts

  • Low Tooling Cost
  • Short Lead Times
  • Large parts possible
  • Covers, panels, machine guards, trays, housings

Extrusion

High-Volume Production of Extruded Plastil Shapes

  • Profiles, tubes & seals
  • Window & Door Profiles
  • LED Profiles & Cable Ducts
  • PVC, PE, PP, ABS, TPU, TPE, PC

PVD Coating

Premium metallic finishes with outstanding wear resistance

  • Chrome, Black Chrome, Gold, Rose Gold
  • Corrosion, Scratch & Wear Resistant
  • Ecofriendly alternative to Electroplating

Pre-Production Approval Process

In Process Quality Control

Wide Range of Tool Steels

Various Shipping Options

Engineering Support