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Custom OEM Lab & Medical Equipment Manufacturing

Hill Plastics delivers precision-engineered plastic components for OEM lab and medical equipment manufacturers across the country. From custom enclosures and thermoformed trays to fabricated housings meeting exact tolerances, we bring 45+ years of manufacturing expertise to every project—helping medical device engineers and purchasing teams achieve quality, speed, and cost efficiency from prototype to full production.

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Our Custom OEM Lab & Medical Equipment Manufacturing Services

Comprehensive plastic manufacturing solutions tailored for OEM lab and medical equipment, from prototype to high-volume production.

Thermoforming & Vacuum Forming

Custom thermoforming and vacuum forming of medical-grade plastic enclosures, trays, and housings using eight machines ranging from 2'x3' to 5'x9', supporting ABS, HDPE, PETG, and other medical-compatible materials.

Plastic Fabrication

Skilled fabrication of custom OEM medical and lab parts including precision trimming, drilling, heat bending, bonding, fastener installation, and edge finishing to exact drawing specifications.

CNC Trimming & Cutting

Advanced CNC router and trimming center operations producing assembly-ready medical components with clean edges, accurate dimensions, and repeatable quality for short-run or high-volume OEM requirements.

Mold Making & Tooling

Custom mold and tooling solutions using aluminum, polyurethane, and wood patterns to support prototype reviews and production-ready medical equipment parts with cost-effective lead times.

Prototyping

Rapid prototypes for medical OEM design review and functional evaluation using low-cost wood or polyurethane tooling, with a CNC-milled master pattern typically ready within a few weeks.

Product Design & Material Selection

Engineering-led design assistance and material selection for medical and lab applications, evaluating chemical resistance, durability, impact requirements, and regulatory considerations for optimal performance.

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Our 5-Step OEM Medical Manufacturing Process

Step 1: Design Review & Requirements Gathering

Our sales and engineering team—Brad and Cody Hill—work directly with your engineers and purchasing team to review your part requirements, drawings, and application specifications. We clarify tolerances, material needs, and production volume goals from the start.

Step 2: Material Selection & Tooling Design

Step 3: Prototyping & Design Validation

Step 4: Production Tooling & Quality-Controlled Manufacturing

Step 5: Finishing, Assembly & Fulfillment

Trusted By OEM Leaders

Client Success Stories

See how Hill Plastics has helped medical device and lab equipment manufacturers achieve precision, speed, and cost efficiency.

"Great value, family business, personal attention. Over the years, Cody, Brad, and Aubrey have become valued associates in my small enterprise. Willing to tackle design challenges. Get-her-done communications. Outreach to additional sources of expertise. These folks understand the inventive process. Cody for example is a Kickstarter supporter and is familiar..."

Dan Burns
Dan Burns

"Hill Plastics did a great job creating a substitute back window for my RV. I have a portable mini-split air conditioner that I use in extremely hot weather to supplement my RV’s own cooling power. The mini-split has an inside unit that blows the cold air and an outside condenser..."

Stephen Souris
Stephen Souris

"Great value, family business, personal attention. Over the years, Cody, Brad, and Aubrey have become valued associates in my small enterprise. Willing to tackle design challenges. Get-her-done communications. Outreach to additional sources of expertise. These folks understand the inventive process. Cody for example is a Kickstarter supporter and is familiar..."

Dan Burns
Dan Burns

"Hill Plastics did a great job creating a substitute back window for my RV. I have a portable mini-split air conditioner that I use in extremely hot weather to supplement my RV’s own cooling power. The mini-split has an inside unit that blows the cold air and an outside condenser..."

Stephen Souris
Stephen Souris

"Great value, family business, personal attention. Over the years, Cody, Brad, and Aubrey have become valued associates in my small enterprise. Willing to tackle design challenges. Get-her-done communications. Outreach to additional sources of expertise. These folks understand the inventive process. Cody for example is a Kickstarter supporter and is familiar..."

Dan Burns
Dan Burns

"Hill Plastics did a great job creating a substitute back window for my RV. I have a portable mini-split air conditioner that I use in extremely hot weather to supplement my RV’s own cooling power. The mini-split has an inside unit that blows the cold air and an outside condenser..."

Stephen Souris
Stephen Souris
The Hill Plastics Difference

Why Choose Hill Plastics for OEM Medical Manufacturing?

For over four decades, Hill Plastics has been the trusted manufacturing partner for OEM engineers and purchasing agents who demand quality, precision, and reliability.

45 Years of Expertise

Founded in 1977 near Dallas/DFW, our staff carry a minimum 20-year tenure—bringing deep OEM manufacturing knowledge to every medical project.

Full Turnkey Capability

From design and material selection through prototyping, tooling, production, and fulfillment—we manage every step under one 20,000+ sq. ft. roof.

Low-Cost Tooling

Prototype tooling in wood or polyurethane keeps upfront costs low for medical OEM projects, with aluminum production molds introduced only after design approval.

High-Volume Production Speed

Our 4'x7' rotary thermoforming machine runs 2.5x faster than standard equipment, enabling rapid scaling for U.S. medical and lab OEM supply chain demands.

Meet the Hill Plastics Engineering Team

Dedicated experts guiding every OEM medical project from concept to completion.

Brad Hill, Sales & Engineering Team at Hill Plastics

Brad Hill

Sales & Engineering Team

Brad Hill brings deep expertise in plastic thermoforming design and materials engineering to every customer project. As a key member of Hill Plastics' sales and engineering team, Brad specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of material selection—evaluating cost, impact requirements, durability, tensile strength, chemical resistance, and environmental factors to identify the optimal PS or HIPS grade for each unique application. He works closely with customers from initial concept through prototype approval, offering guidance on tooling design, process optimization, and production planning. Brad's hands-on approach ensures that every thermoformed component is engineered for performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. His commitment to collaborative problem-solving and technical precision has made him a trusted advisor to OEM manufacturers, aerospace clients, and medical device companies nationwide. With a focus on delivering turnkey solutions that meet exact specifications, Brad exemplifies Hill Plastics' dedication to quality, innovation, and customer success.

Cody Hill, Sales & Engineering Team at Hill Plastics

Cody Hill

Sales & Engineering Team

Cody Hill is a skilled plastics engineer and sales professional with a passion for transforming customer ideas into precision-manufactured reality. As part of Hill Plastics' dedicated sales and engineering team, Cody provides expert consultation on product design, material selection, and tooling strategy for custom thermoforming projects. He leverages advanced CAD tools like SolidWorks to collaborate with clients on design refinements, ensuring optimal part geometry, wall thickness distribution, and draft angles for successful vacuum forming. Cody's technical knowledge spans the full spectrum of PS and HIPS materials, enabling him to recommend the best plastic grade based on application-specific demands such as impact resistance, rigidity, clarity, and cost. From rapid prototyping using low-cost tooling to scaling up for high-volume production runs, Cody guides customers through every phase of the manufacturing process with transparency and attention to detail. His proactive communication style and commitment to delivering on-time, on-budget results have earned him the trust of clients across aerospace, telecommunications, industrial equipment, and medical device sectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of plastic materials does Hill Plastics use for medical and lab equipment components?

Hill Plastics works with a range of medical-compatible plastics including ABS, High-Temperature ABS, HDPE, PETG, UV-Resistant ASA/ABS, Polystyrene, and KYDEX. Material selection is guided by your application's requirements for chemical resistance, impact strength, durability, thermal performance, and regulatory considerations, ensuring the right material is chosen for each OEM part.

How quickly can Hill Plastics produce prototypes for OEM medical equipment parts?

Does Hill Plastics support both prototype and high-volume production for medical OEM projects?

What finishing and secondary operations are available for medical plastic components?

What is the typical cost advantage of Hill Plastics' thermoforming approach versus injection molding for medical OEM parts?

Does Hill Plastics assist with product design and engineering for new medical equipment programs?

What quality control processes does Hill Plastics apply to OEM medical plastic parts?

Where is Hill Plastics located and what areas do they serve for OEM medical manufacturing?

Have More Questions About Your OEM Project?

Talk to our engineering team for a no-obligation consultation on your medical or lab equipment manufacturing needs.

OEM Manufacturing Service Areas

Shipping precision-engineered plastic components to OEM medical and lab equipment manufacturers throughout the United States.

Nationwide U.S.

Service Coverage

20,000+ Sq. Ft.

Manufacturing Facility

Mon–Fri, 7AM–4:30PM

Business Hours

Do We Ship to Your Location?

Contact us to discuss your OEM medical manufacturing project and confirm delivery to your facility.

Proven & Trusted

Awards and Recognition

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45+ Years in Business

Established since 1977, a proven industry leader.

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SolidWorks CAD Certified

Industry-standard CAD and CNC design capability.

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OEM Medical Industry Trusted

Supplying medical and lab OEM manufacturers nationwide.

Request a Quote for Your OEM Medical Manufacturing Project

Share your part requirements, drawings, or design ideas with our engineering team. We'll respond promptly with material recommendations, tooling options, and a competitive quote tailored to your OEM lab or medical equipment program.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 972-436-9717. You can also send us a quick email at sales@hillplastics.com.