As the UK plastics industry came together for Interplas, Pektron is proud to share the story of a facility built on ambition, partnership, and precision engineering. Over the past decade, what began as an internal capability to support our electronics customers has evolved into a world-class plastics injection moulding operation, now open to a much wider manufacturing audience.
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Built on Partnership
Collaboration has been central to our success. Summit Systems has supported Pektron throughout our injection moulding journey, from early investment in automated material drying and conveying systems to the implementation of gravimetric dosing technology and plant-wide supervisory control. These systems ensure that every material is processed under optimal conditions, delivering consistency and repeatability across every production run.
“Pektron is a forward-thinking business with quality and customer satisfaction at the heart of its operations. Their commitment to process excellence has created a truly world-class manufacturing facility—we are proud to be part of that journey.”
A Decade of Investment and Growth
2026 marks 10 years of plastics injection moulding at Pektron. During this time, our Derby-based facility has doubled in size and capability, driven by a clear objective: to deliver better quality, faster turnaround times, and greater control for our customers.
Today, our site houses 10 state-of-the-art ENGEL machines, supported by advanced material handling systems from Summit and operated by our highly experienced team of moulding engineers. This combination of technology and expertise allows us to compete confidently on a global stage—while delivering all the benefits of UK manufacturing.
Everything from precision key fobs and instrument clusters to IP6K9K-rated sealed enclosures for demanding environments, Pektron covers industries from automotive, off-highway, to fire safety and military.
Reshoring Doesn’t Have to Cost the Earth
In today’s manufacturing environment, supply chain resilience is more important than ever. Pektron offers a compelling alternative to traditional offshore sourcing by combining UK-based production with globally competitive pricing.
Reshoring to the UK doesn’t have to mean higher costs—it can mean better quality, faster delivery, and reduced risk. By reducing lead times, improving communication, and eliminating the risks associated with long, complex supply chains, Pektron delivers both commercial and operational benefits.
Our robust global sourcing network ensures access to a wide range of materials, from standard plastics to high-performance polymers. Every material we use is fully traceable and sourced from reputable suppliers, providing complete confidence in quality and compliance.
The Ideal Partner for Plastics Projects
At Pektron, we believe that sourcing plastic components should be straightforward, reliable, and low risk. We manage complexity so our customers don’t have to – we do this by delivering high-quality components, on time, and at the right cost, through a single, trusted partner.
Our approach is built around long-term relationships rather than one-off transactions, giving customers confidence and consistency at every stage of the sourcing process. From initial specification through to ongoing supply, we take the time to understand each customer’s specific requirements, ensuring components are manufactured to the right standard, delivered when needed, and supported by clear, responsive communication throughout. This means fewer supply chain headaches, greater predictability, and more time to focus on your core business.
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Pektron Helps To:
- De-risk your supply chain
- Shorten your supply chain and reduce timescales
- Use existing tools or source new
- Act locally while competing globally
Pektron Provides:
- Single point of contact
- End-to-end project management
- Design → Tooling → Production → Assembly → Testing
- Flexible, reliable, high-quality delivery
Pektron Moulding Capability:
- Clamping force: 10–300 tonnes
- Shot weight: 0.2g to 500g
- Vertical injection and over-moulding capabilities
- Low to ultra-high volume production
- A-surface aesthetic components to ultra-robust enclosures