Quantum Plastics acquires 3D Plastics

With the acquisition of 3D, an injection and blow mould plastic manufacturer, Quantum Plastics has diversified its portfolio of industries and capabilities

Quantum Plastics acquires 3D Plastics
BS B2B Bureau Elgin, Illinois (USA)
Last Updated : Mar 16 2016 | 3:20 PM IST
Quantum Plastics Llc on March 14, 2016 acquired 3D Plastics Inc, an injection and blow mould plastic manufacturer. This acquisition reflects Quantum Plastics’ ongoing focus on expanding its North American footprint while breaking into new manufacturing industries.
 
3D is an ISO 9001:2008 certified injection moulding and blow moulding facility located in Gladewater, Texas. 3D’s injection and blow moulding machines manufacture plastic parts for the automotive, food and beverage, and firearm industries. Most notably, 3D moulds seatbelt parts and firearm ammunition components.
 
Morris Rowlett, chief executive officer, Quantum Plastics, said, “With this acquisition, Quantum Plastics is demonstrating its commitment to growth and diversifying its portfolio of industries and capabilities. The talented team at 3D Plastics are a welcomed asset and resource and we look forward to expanding our scope and programs together.”
 
David Frye, president and founder, 3D, said, “Together with Quantum Plastics, we expect to gain a competitive advantage with Quantum Plastics’ expansive team of engineers and locations while continuing to offer unparalleled capabilities and quality to current and future customers.”
 
3D Plastics follows Quantum Plastics’ acquisition of Master Molded Products in 2014; River Bend Industries, Hospitec USA and Apollo Plastics in 2015; and Transfer Solutions in 2016. With the addition of 3D Plastics, Quantum Plastics now boasts approximately 240 moulding machines and over 200 years of moulding experience.
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First Published: Mar 16 2016 | 3:17 PM IST

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