Plastic Injection Moulding Birmingham
Built in Birmingham. Designed for the Future
Birmingham has long stood at the heart of British industry – where tradition meets technology. Today, the region is powering a new era of engineering excellence. And Stephens Plastic Mouldings is proud Plastic Injection Moulding Company Birmingham
We offer full-service plastic injection moulding in Birmingham, delivering precision-engineered plastic components with ISO 9001-certified quality, in-house tooling, and zero minimum order quantity. Whether you’re prototyping a clean-tech component, scaling a medical device, or rethinking packaging sustainability, we’re your trusted partner from design through delivery.
Smart Manufacturing. Right Here in Birmingham
Stephens Plastic Mouldings combines over 20 years of experience with the latest in automation, CAD optimisation, and materials technology. With deep ties to Birmingham’s transport, energy, and consumer sectors, we support both established manufacturers and emerging innovators.
We’re proud to work with:
- Automotive & EV suppliers in the West Midlands.
- Advanced rail & transport hubs across the Birmingham area.
- Packaging, medtech, and lighting manufacturers in the Black Country.
- Clean energy firms and future-focused SMEs.
Our UK-based production model helps reduce lead times, eliminate customs issues, and give Birmingham’s engineers faster control over supply chain performance.
Our Full-Service Injection Moulding Capabilities
| Capability | Description |
|---|---|
| CAD & DFM Engineering | We optimise your designs for strength, speed, and cost-efficiency using advanced CAD/CAM tools. |
| In-House Toolmaking | High-quality tooling in steel or aluminium, built on-site for prototyping or high-volume use. |
| Flexible Production | From 1 to 100,000+ parts – no MOQs. Rapid turnarounds and repeatable precision. |
| Advanced Moulding | Overmoulding, insert moulding, multi-shot, and tight tolerance parts. |
| Post-Processing & Assembly | Trimming, welding, assembly, packaging, and branding – all handled under one roof. |
| Material Sourcing & Support | Certified engineering plastics, recycled polymers, bioplastics, and custom compounds. |
Why Birmingham? Why Now?
Birmingham is not just the UK’s second city – it’s a fast-growing hub for high-tech engineering, urban logistics, and manufacturing reinvention.
Our Birmingham clients benefit from::
- Local access to technical support and tooling insights.
- Shorter lead times compared to offshore suppliers.
- Faster iterations for design, development, and approvals.
- Stronger relationships, built on face-to-face service.
From Digbeth to the Jewellery Quarter, Tyseley to Aston, we help manufacturers unlock smarter plastic production without the headaches.
In a recent research exercise Stephens Plastic was found to be a market leader in the Birmingham beating competitors such as Barkley Plastics and MGS Technical Plastics
| Company | Key Service Focus & Position | Strengths | Weaknesses | Opportunities | Threats | Leader/Follower |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephens Plastic | Precision plastic injection moulding with full-service support. | In-house tooling, design & prototyping; end-to-end manufacturing; ISO certified; quick turnarounds. | Online presence though growing quickly ; SEO visibility still developing. | Growth in medical, automotive, and consumer goods sectors; reshoring trends. | Low-cost overseas moulders; rising raw material costs; UK economic uncertainty. | Market Leader. |
| Barkley Plastics | Technical injection moulding and tooling. | Strong in automotive sector; in-house toolroom; decades of experience. | Heavy reliance on automotive; less flexible for small or diverse batch sizes. | Diversification into EV, consumer electronics, and sustainable materials. | Automotive downturn; Brexit-related export pressures. | Market Follower. |
| MGS Technical Plastics | Technical moulding with post-moulding services. | Strong case studies; focus on engineering-led solutions. | Distance from West Midlands; limited appeal for short-run or prototyping clients. | Partnering with OEMs on sustainability and innovation. | Increased automation reducing service differentiation. | Market Follower. |
| Rutland Plastics | Complex technical moulding; full design-to-delivery. | In-house tooling and 3D printing; known for quality and technical complexity. | Higher cost base; slow to scale rapidly. | Demand for UK-based reshoring and quality over price. | Cheaper EU and Asian providers offering ‘good enough’ quality. | Market Follower. |
| Malton Plastics | Injection moulding with white-label services. | Experience with branding, packaging, and retail-ready plastics. | Less visible thought leadership or innovation content. | Expanding into consumer goods and retail sectors. | Innovation gap vs high-tech moulders; squeezed by price wars. | Market Follower. |
| CJ Tool & Mouldings | Toolmaking and injection moulding. | One-stop-shop model; investment in automation and robotics. | Smaller scale vs nationals; narrow appeal outside Midlands. | Scaling with automation; contract manufacturing for D2C startups. | Consolidation of suppliers; rising lead times due to tooling bottlenecks. | Market Follower. |
| Tex Plastics | Lean manufacturing for plastic components. | Focused on speed, lean cost structure, and repeatability. | Lower engineering support than some full-service competitors. | Fit for mass production and automotive clients. | Less suitable for smaller batch or highly engineered components. | Market Follower. |
| Cornelius Electronics | Sub-assembly and plastic mouldings for electronics. | Integration of plastics into broader electronic builds. | Plastics is a side service, not core offering. | Electronics sector growth; bundling value-added services. | Not a true specialist; not focused on standalone plastic moulding. | Market Follower. |
Birmingham Industries We Serve
Under-bonnet components, clips, trim, and dashboard fittings - made light, strong, and scalable.
Diffusers, housings, and mounting components with tight dimensional control and UV resistance.
Device shells, sample trays, and custom enclosures—precision-moulded with traceable, certified resins.
Retail - ready plastic inserts, caps, and closures with vibrant finishes and consistent quality.
Prototypes and short runs for low-carbon product launches - quick-turn solutions for innovators.
Materials That Match Your Ambition
We mould using:
- ABS, Polycarbonate, and Polypropylene.
- Nylon (PA6/PA66) for strength and resilience.
- TPE and TPU for soft-touch finishes.
- Bioplastics and compostables for sustainable applications.
- Regrind, recycled, and ESD-safe polymers.
- Food – and medical-grade certified materials.
Looking for sustainability?
We offer material substitutions, eco-friendly tooling advice, and packaging guidance to reduce your environmental impact.
FAQs
No. We support short runs, samples, and one-off prototypes - alongside full-scale manufacturing.
Absolutely. Our facility is within easy reach, and we're happy to arrange a tour or face-to-face project meeting.
Tooling lead time is usually 3-6 weeks, depending on complexity. Repeat orders and mould-ready parts ship much faster.
Yes. We offer colour matching, surface texturing, and branding integration for aesthetic and functional consistency.
We do. We work with recycled, regrind, bioplastic, and recyclable options and will help you choose the best fit for your performance and sustainability goals.
Let’s Build Better, Together
Looking for a plastic injection moulding company in Birmingham that speaks your language, meets your deadlines, and drives your ideas forward?
Stephens Plastic Mouldings is here to deliver advanced, efficient, and reliable injection moulding – right when you need it.
– Based in the West Midlands | Serving Birmingham and beyond.
– ISO 9001 Certified | Full Toolroom & Assembly | Sustainability Options.
We’d Love to Hear From You, Get In Touch With Us!
Please contact us if you would like to receive a quotation and/or to find our more about how we can provide the service you are looking for.