PVC Extrusion Manufacturers

Specialists in PVC Profile Extrusion

PVC Extrusions are low-cost, weather-resistant and fire-resistant, making them an extremely popular choice from our range. We often work with PVC because it is a versatile material, which can be made rigid or flexible, depending on the application.

Our PVC Extrusion process can provide standard PVC profiles such as tubes, angles, channels, clip-on edgings and more. We also design and create custom PVC profiles to suit clients bespoke requirements.

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Why use PVC Profiles and Extrusions?

PVC (short for Poly Vinyl Chloride) is a thermoplastic, meaning it is easy to mould and shape when heated. It is durable, with good resistance to weathering and chemical corrosion. It is often used on building exteriors.

Rigid PVC (RPVC or UPVC) extrusions are often used for exterior doors, window frames and drainpipes as they are sturdy and strong.

Flexible PVC (FPVC) is made by adding plasticisers and is often used for flexible extrusions such as window gaskets, flooring trims and sealing applications.

Advantages of PVC Extrusions

PVC has great properties for exterior use and it is relatively cheap to produce, making it a popular material commodity. Advantages of PVC include:

High durability: PVC has a high density, which makes it very hard and resistant to impact deformation, denting or cracking.
Versatility: PVC can be made flexible or rigid depending on the use of plasticisers, making it useful for a wide range of applications
Flame Retardance: PVC won’t catch fire, it’s naturally self extinguishing, making it the perfect material for insulating electrical cables.
Weather Resistance: PVC doesn’t degrade in rain, wind, UV or ozone exposure (Provided the relevant grade is used)
Water Resistance: PVC doesn’t absorb water or degrade under saline solution, which is why PVC is often used in marine industries such as boat building.
Chemical Resistance: PVC is largely resistant to most chemicals.
Cost Effective: PVC is cheaper than most other plastic materials.
Easily recycled: PVC is a thermoplastic, it can be heated and remoulded repeatedly at the end of its product life cycle.
Easily Co-Extruded: PVC can be used to create multilayer structures by extruding Both Rigid & Flexible together. Co-extrusion is sometimes used for pipes, cables, seal solutions and even to create a dual colour effect.
Long-lasting and Low-Maintenance: PVC requires very little upkeep and can last a long time, which makes it perfect for exterior applications such as doors and window frames.

The Diverse Applications of PVC Extrusion

Both UPVC and FPVC are great materials for extrusions. They are well-suited for applications across construction, retail, transport, marine and manufacturing. Extrusions can be made in many sizes to create wide PVC drain pipes or thin gaskets. Applications include:

UPVC Window and Door Trims
PVC Drain Pipe
Roof Trims
PVC Angles and Edging, such as fascia and boards
PVC U Channel for capping, cables and wiring
Flexible Window Gaskets
PVC Tubing and Hoses
Trims for Vehicles, HGVs and Motorhomes
Railings
Boat Fenders
Luggage Racks
And many more…

Choosing the Right Material for Your Project

Considering materials during the design stage requires careful thought about the properties you require. While PVC is perfect for some applications, it may not be right for yours. We work with plenty of materials to create standard and custom profiles, so take the time to explore.

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Using PVC vs other materials

Here we compare the properties of PVC with some of the other materials we extrude.

PVC	ABS	HDPE	PP	TPE	PC
Highly Durable	✔	✔	✔	Tear-resistant but soft	✔
Weather Resistant	✔	✔	Waterproof only	✔	✔
Chemical Resistant	✔	✔	Medium	✔	✔
Flame Resistant	✔	✘	✘	✘	✔
Easily Recycled	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Co-Extrusion Possible	✔	✔	✔	✔	✘

Note:

ABS = Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
HDPE = High Density Polyethylene
PP = Polypropylene
TPE = Thermoplastic Elastomer
PC = Polycarbonate

We are happy to advise on the best material for your project. Please contact us with any questions you have; our friendly team are here to help.

Why choose Windmill Extrusions?

At Windmill Extrusions, we’ve been plastic extrusion manufacturers for over 35 years. We have a fantastic team of experienced and knowledgeable people, working with our customers to achieve high-quality plastic extrusions at the best prices.

We are proud of our team’s meticulous attention to quality and build on our great reputation for customer service and quality products year on year.
By investing in technology as well as people, our capabilities only grow.

Windmill Extrusions is working to develop innovations that make our manufacturing practices more sustainable, working together with industry leads to create a supply chain that cares for our environment.

We welcome all enquiries, so contact Windmill Extrusions with any questions you have about our services and products.

Unsure? Ask Our Expert Team!

Our friendly team are highly knowledgeable and experienced. We’ve built a reputation for delivering excellent customer service and for making the highest quality custom plastic extrusions in-house, using our purpose-built tooling. Contact us today to make an enquiry about our services.