sponsoredEverplast Tailored to the user

Founded in 1993, Everplast Machinery specializes in the manufacturing of plastic extrusion machines. Together with its subsidiary E-Plast, established in 2008, Everplast has installed more than 2,300 systems for users in around 110 countries. Since its inception, Everplast Machinery has produced more than 300 extrusion systems over the years.

The plastic extrusion systems, which are precisely tailored to the requirements of the respective user and the diverse properties of the plastic materials to be processed there, produce a wide range of parts. These include, for example, pipes, profiles, soft tubes, doors, compounds, WPC, and tools. In addition, Everplast also manufactures machine lines for the production of nets, such as those used in agriculture or as packaging for fruits and vegetables in supermarkets. Another area of focus is machines for medical products, such as hoses and tubes.

"We also produce systems for 3D printing," explains Sean Chung, Sales Manager at Everplast. "Among other things, we have systems for high-temperature applications in our portfolio, for example, for processing PEEK. This allows prototypes made from original materials to be produced in this demanding field of plastics. Additionally, we manufacture 3D printers for processing cement – even in large formats, such as for creating entire elements for the construction industry."

Precisely tailored to users and materials

One success factor for Everplast in designing the machine lines for clients lies in the fact that the experts take into account both the specific properties of the relevant plastics and the on-site assembly of the machine lines during the development phase. With their expertise, they enable their clients to efficiently and sustainably produce high-quality products for their end customers. "Our philosophy is to combine optimal quality with the best possible service," promises Chung. "We rely on very close collaboration with our users."

The products manufactured with these machines include building materials as well as toys and stationery, furniture and furnishings, medical aids, lighting decorations, and electrical accessories. The sustainability and competitiveness of these products on the market are directly related to the processes and the properties of the machines used for the production of extrusion products.

Sustainable support for the user

An important factor is the reduction of the carbon footprint – Everplast, for example, relies on highly efficient heating elements for melting materials. Additionally, Everplast designs the processes to produce as few non-recyclable materials as possible.

"Our machines are also trending towards increasing automation as well as incorporating more intelligence into the machines," emphasizes Chung. "The use of artificial intelligence is also a way to counter competition from so-called 'Best Cost Countries' as well as the shortage of skilled workers in industrialized countries. This increasingly requires the integration of sensors. Current process data is more important than ever today. And we assist our users, if desired, in finding the optimal settings for them. Because we think long-term and also see ourselves as a knowledge partner for our users, providing sustainable support even after the installation of the system."