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About Plastic Alternatives

Three decades of plastic expertise.

We're a leader in commercial and medical custom plastic component production. With more than thirty years across all six major plastic processes, we help you choose the right method for your part — and guide it from concept to production.

Established 1992ISO 9001 + 13485Made in USA
Plastic Alternatives manufacturing floor with injection molding presses in Independence, Minnesota
Who we are

Know your alternatives.

Understanding the similarities and differences of every plastic process puts us in a unique position: we recommend the method that's right for your part — not just the one a single-process shop happens to own.

From low-volume prototype runs to high-volume production programs, you work directly with industry veterans who understand the real trade-offs of tooling, materials, and methods. No matter the size of the job, you're assisted every step of the way by people who get it done right.

  • Process-agnostic guidance. Six capabilities coordinated through one partner.
  • Concept to production. Design review, tooling, prototyping, and secondary operations.
  • Direct partnership. The people who quote your job are the people who guide it.
1992
Established
6
Core Processes
2
ISO Certifications
1000t
Max Clamp Force

Let’s build your next part.

Tell us about your project and we'll recommend the right process — and quote it fast.