Plastic Material Sciences

High-Volume Plastic Parts Built to Last

Better materials build better parts. Cascade Engineering’s plastic material sciences team formulates and tests polymers that combine strength, consistency, and sustainability.

Our Services

Polymer Compounding

We formulate high-performance compounds that balance strength, heat resistance, and processing efficiency, without compromising recyclability or cost. Our in-house A2LA-certified materials lab enables precise control over additive loading, color matching, and mechanical properties.

Custom Compounding

For projects that demand something unique, our materials team develops custom resin blends engineered to your product’s function and production method. We collaborate directly with your engineers to fine-tune mechanical, thermal, and aesthetic properties, ensuring consistent performance from pilot to full-scale production.

Let’s Get Started

  1. Tell us what you’re building
  2. We’ll set up a meeting to explore your needs
  3. Together, we’ll find the right approach

Industries We Serve

Automotive

Compounded resins that reduce weight and increase strength for structural and under-hood components.

Office Furniture

Durable, color-stable materials designed for comfort, longevity, and circular manufacturing.

Material Handling

High-impact polymers that withstand demanding warehouse and logistics environments.

Infrastructure

High-performance resins for infrastructure parts that demand strength, weather resistance, and long service life in the field.

Waste & Recycling

Recycled and performance-modified materials ideal for carts, lids, and heavy-use containers.

Why Choose Cascade?

In-House Materials Expertise

Our A2LA-certified lab provides direct access to compounding, formulation, and resin testing under one roof.

Sustainability Leadership

We’re advancing the circular economy through post-consumer regrind, UBQ™, hemp-based plastics, and other renewable materials.

Collaborative Engineering Support

Our materials engineers work directly with your team to align performance, cost, and environmental goals.

Proven Manufacturing Integration

We compound and mold within the same organization, ensuring consistency from formulation to finished product.

Press Fleet Snapshot

  • Total machines: 37
  • Tonnage range: 165–9,000 tons
  • Part sizes: Up to 200 lbs, depending on material
  • Molding capabilities: 2-shot, structural foam, and overmolding

Popular Materials We Mold

recycled base materials

Recycled Base Materials

  • UBQ™
  • Hemp-based plastics
  • Post-consumer regrind
  • Field-sourced material from recycled carts

Polymer Types

  • Nylon
  • PP (Polypropylene)
  • HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
  • Acetal
  • Filled Resins

Let's Get Started

Ready to discuss your project? Reach out to our team!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you help us replace traditional resins with sustainable alternatives?

Yes. Our materials team can identify bio-based, recycled, or hybrid compounds that meet your product’s performance requirements.

What industries do you work with?

We support automotive, furniture, infrastructure, waste management, and material handling industries, among others.

Do you offer material testing and validation?

Yes. Our lab provides mechanical, thermal, and flow testing to verify performance before scaling to production.

Can you create custom colors or finishes?

We can develop color-matched and texture-specific compounds aligned with your brand or product line.

Do you work with third-party recyclers or suppliers?

Yes. We collaborate with recyclers and raw material suppliers to source sustainable feedstocks and validate quality.

What’s the minimum batch size for compounding?

We offer flexible batch sizes for pilot runs and full-scale production, depending on material type and application.

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