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Plastic & Non-Ferrous Metal Machining

Precision Machining & Fabrication for Engineered Plastics and Non-Ferrous Metals

MetPlas Incorporated specializes in custom CNC machining and fabrication of engineered plastics and non-ferrous metals for OEMs, engineers, electrical equipment manufacturers, and industrial customers.

From one-time prototypes to repeat production requirements, MetPlas manufactures custom components to customer drawings and specifications using a wide range of engineered plastics, composites, aluminum, copper, and other non-ferrous materials.

Located near Pittsburgh in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, MetPlas combines machining, fabrication, waterjet cutting, and assembly capabilities to provide customers with a versatile manufacturing partner.



One Manufacturing Partner for Plastic & Non-Ferrous Metal Components

Many manufacturing projects require components made from more than one material.

An electrical assembly, for example, may require machined electrical insulation components made from G10 or FR4 alongside conductive copper or aluminum components.

MetPlas provides both engineered plastic machining and non-ferrous metal machining, helping customers consolidate multiple manufacturing requirements with one supplier.

Our manufacturing capabilities include:

  • CNC milling

  • CNC turning

  • Precision machining

  • Plastic fabrication

  • Non-ferrous metal fabrication

  • Waterjet cutting

  • Drilling and routing

  • Forming and bending

  • Custom component manufacturing

  • Assembly and subassembly

  • Prototype manufacturing

  • Repeat production manufacturing

Have a drawing or CAD file?

Send it to MetPlas for review.


Engineered Plastic CNC Machining

Custom Machined Plastic Components

Machining plastic requires a different approach than machining metal.

Different engineered plastics react differently to heat, cutting pressure, tooling, and workholding. Selecting the correct manufacturing process is important for maintaining dimensional accuracy and producing consistent finished components.

MetPlas works with a broad range of engineered plastics and composite materials used in industrial, electrical, mechanical, and OEM applications.

Engineered Plastics We Work With

Materials include:

  • G10

  • FR4

  • G11

  • UHMW

  • Delrin

  • Acetal

  • PEEK

  • Nylon

  • Polycarbonate

  • Lexan

  • PVC

  • PTFE / Teflon

  • PETG

  • Acrylic

  • ABS

  • Ultem

  • Kynar

  • Other engineered and specialty plastics

MetPlas manufactures custom plastic components based on customer drawings, material specifications, dimensional requirements, and quantities.


Non-Ferrous Metal CNC Machining

Precision Machining of Aluminum, Copper & Specialty Metals

MetPlas also provides CNC machining and fabrication of non-ferrous metals.

Non-ferrous materials are commonly used where conductivity, corrosion resistance, weight, or other material characteristics are important.

Materials can include:

  • Aluminum

  • Copper

  • Brass

  • Bronze

  • Other specialty non-ferrous alloys

Our ability to manufacture both engineered plastic and non-ferrous metal components makes MetPlas particularly well suited for projects involving electrical, industrial, and mechanical assemblies.


G10 & FR4 Machining

Custom Electrical Insulation Components

MetPlas manufactures custom components from G10, FR4, and other engineered electrical insulation materials.

These materials are commonly used where electrical insulation, strength, durability, and dimensional stability are required.

G10 and FR4 manufacturing capabilities can include:

  • CNC milling

  • CNC routing

  • Drilling

  • Waterjet cutting

  • Custom profiles

  • Plates

  • Electrical insulators

  • Structural components

  • Custom components manufactured from customer drawings

MetPlas can manufacture electrical insulation components for industrial equipment, electrical equipment, power generation, and power distribution applications.


UHMW Machining

Custom UHMW Components

UHMW polyethylene is commonly used for wear-resistant industrial components because of its low friction and impact resistance.

MetPlas can manufacture custom UHMW components such as:

  • Wear strips

  • Guides

  • Bushings

  • Spacers

  • Plates

  • Machine components

  • Conveyor components

  • Custom OEM parts

Components are manufactured according to customer drawings and project requirements.


Delrin & Acetal Machining

Precision Machined Acetal Components

Delrin and other acetal materials are frequently used for precision plastic components requiring good dimensional stability, strength, and low friction.

Applications can include:

  • Bushings

  • Rollers

  • Guides

  • Spacers

  • Mechanical components

  • Machine components

  • Custom OEM parts

MetPlas manufactures custom Delrin and acetal components based on customer specifications and drawings.


PEEK Machining

High-Performance Engineered Plastic Components

PEEK is a high-performance engineered plastic used in demanding applications requiring excellent mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties.

MetPlas can review customer requirements for custom PEEK components and determine the appropriate manufacturing process based on the design, material, quantity, and application.


Aluminum Machining

MetPlas provides custom machining and fabrication of aluminum components for industrial and OEM applications.

Aluminum components can be manufactured from customer drawings using CNC machining and other fabrication processes depending on the project requirements.

Applications can include:

  • Plates

  • Brackets

  • Machine components

  • Electrical components

  • Structural components

  • Custom OEM parts


Copper Machining & Fabrication

Copper requires manufacturing experience because of its unique machining and material characteristics.

MetPlas manufactures custom copper components used in electrical and industrial applications.

Components can include:

  • Electrical conductors

  • Copper plates

  • Copper connectors

  • Busbar components

  • Power distribution components

  • Custom copper parts


Copper & Aluminum Busbar Fabrication

Custom Busbars Manufactured to Your Drawings

MetPlas manufactures custom copper and aluminum busbars and related electrical power distribution components.

Busbar manufacturing can include:

  • Cutting

  • CNC machining

  • Drilling

  • Hole patterns

  • Forming

  • Bending

  • Custom profiles

  • Secondary machining

  • Assembly

  • Components manufactured from customer drawings

Combining busbar manufacturing with MetPlas’s electrical insulation capabilities allows customers to source multiple components for electrical assemblies from one manufacturing partner.


Waterjet Cutting

Waterjet Cutting for Plastics, Composites & Metals

MetPlas provides waterjet cutting for a variety of engineered plastics, composites, and non-ferrous metals.

Waterjet cutting can be useful for:

  • G10

  • FR4

  • Plastic sheet

  • Composite sheet

  • Aluminum

  • Copper

  • Large profiles

  • Custom shapes

  • Prototype components

  • Production components

Waterjet-cut components can also receive secondary machining when additional features, drilled holes, pockets, or tighter dimensional requirements are needed.


Custom Parts We Manufacture

MetPlas manufactures custom components based on customer drawings and specifications.

Examples of component types can include:

  • Electrical insulators

  • Busbars

  • Wear strips

  • Guides

  • Rollers

  • Bushings

  • Spacers

  • Plates

  • Brackets

  • Covers

  • Machine components

  • Electrical components

  • Structural plastic components

  • Power distribution components

  • Custom OEM components

  • Assemblies and subassemblies

Don’t See Your Part Listed?

Every custom manufacturing project is different.

Send MetPlas your drawing, material requirements, quantity, and specifications and our team can review your application.


Prototype & Production Machining

MetPlas supports customers with both new product requirements and ongoing manufacturing programs.

Prototype Manufacturing

Developing a new component?

MetPlas can review prototype requirements for custom engineered plastic and non-ferrous metal components.

Production Manufacturing

MetPlas also manufactures repeat production components for customers requiring consistent components manufactured to established drawings and specifications.

Assembly & Subassembly

For projects containing multiple manufactured components, MetPlas can provide assembly and subassembly services when appropriate.

This can reduce the number of suppliers required to complete a finished assembly.

Why Choose MetPlas?

Experience With Engineered Materials

MetPlas works with materials that many general machine shops may not regularly manufacture, including engineered plastics, composites, electrical insulation materials, copper, and other non-ferrous metals.

Plastic + Metal Manufacturing

Our ability to manufacture both engineered plastic and non-ferrous metal components gives customers greater flexibility when sourcing complex projects and assemblies.

Multiple Manufacturing Processes

MetPlas combines CNC machining, fabrication, waterjet cutting, forming, and assembly capabilities.

Custom Manufacturing

Components are manufactured according to customer drawings, specifications, material requirements, and application needs.

Pennsylvania Manufacturing

MetPlas Incorporated is located in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh.

Frequently Asked Questions

What plastics can MetPlas machine?

MetPlas works with many engineered plastics and composites, including G10, FR4, UHMW, Delrin/Acetal, PEEK, Nylon, Polycarbonate, PVC, PTFE/Teflon, Ultem, Acrylic, ABS, PETG, Kynar, and other specialty materials.

Does MetPlas machine non-ferrous metals?

Yes. MetPlas provides custom machining and fabrication of non-ferrous materials including aluminum, copper, and other specialty alloys.

Can MetPlas manufacture both plastic and metal components for the same project?

Yes. MetPlas’s combination of engineered plastic and non-ferrous metal manufacturing capabilities can help customers consolidate components for projects requiring multiple materials.

Does MetPlas machine G10 and FR4?

Yes. MetPlas manufactures custom components from G10, FR4, and related engineered electrical insulation materials.

Does MetPlas machine UHMW?

Yes. MetPlas manufactures custom UHMW components including wear components, guides, plates, bushings, spacers, and other parts manufactured to customer drawings.

Does MetPlas machine Delrin?

Yes. MetPlas manufactures custom Delrin and acetal components for mechanical, industrial, and OEM applications.

Can MetPlas machine PEEK?

MetPlas works with engineered and specialty plastics including PEEK. Send us your drawing and application requirements for review.

Does MetPlas machine aluminum?

Yes. MetPlas provides machining and fabrication of aluminum components manufactured according to customer drawings and specifications.

Does MetPlas machine copper?

Yes. MetPlas manufactures custom copper components, including parts used in electrical and power distribution applications.

Does MetPlas manufacture copper busbars?

Yes. MetPlas manufactures custom copper and aluminum busbar components according to customer drawings and specifications.

Does MetPlas offer waterjet cutting?

Yes. MetPlas provides waterjet cutting for a variety of engineered plastics, composites, and non-ferrous metals.

Can I send MetPlas a CAD drawing?

Yes. Send MetPlas your drawing along with your material, quantity, and project requirements so our team can review the application.

Can MetPlas manufacture custom components from customer drawings?

Yes. Custom manufacturing from customer drawings and specifications is a core part of MetPlas’s capabilities.

Where is MetPlas located?

MetPlas Incorporated is located in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh.

Need a Custom Plastic or Non-Ferrous Metal Component?

Send Us Your Drawing.

Whether you need an engineered plastic component, aluminum part, copper component, electrical insulator, busbar, waterjet-cut part, or a combination of materials, talk with MetPlas about your manufacturing requirements.

Send us:

  • Your drawing or CAD file

  • Material

  • Quantity

  • Required delivery

  • Specifications

  • Application information

Our team will review your requirements and determine how MetPlas can help.


MetPlas Incorporated

Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania
Serving OEM and industrial manufacturing customers.

Plastic Machining • Non-Ferrous Metal Machining • CNC Machining • Fabrication • Waterjet Cutting • Assembly