Lakeland Plastics manufactures high-performance polyurethane (PU) extrusions designed to deliver exceptional flexibility, abrasion resistance, and long-term durability across demanding applications.
PU, or polyurethane, is a highly versatile thermoplastic known for its unique combination of elasticity, toughness, and resistance to wear. Widely used in plastic extrusion, PU bridges the gap between rigid plastics and flexible rubber materials, offering both structural integrity and flexibility in a single solution. Its ability to withstand abrasion, repeated impact, and harsh environments makes it an ideal choice for applications that require long-lasting performance under stress. Polyurethane can also be formulated in a range of hardness levels, allowing it to be tailored for both soft, flexible profiles and more rigid, load-bearing components.
Polyurethane (PU) is a polymer formed through the reaction of polyols and isocyanates, resulting in a material that can be engineered with a wide range of mechanical properties. Depending on its formulation, PU can behave like a flexible elastomer or a rigid plastic, making it highly adaptable for extrusion manufacturing. It is classified as a thermoplastic elastomer when processed for extrusion, meaning it can be melted, shaped, and reprocessed while still maintaining rubber-like elasticity and resilience. This versatility allows polyurethane to deliver excellent performance across a broad spectrum of industrial and commercial applications.
At Lakeland Plastics, custom polyurethane extrusion is built around performance, durability, and precision engineering. PU’s unique combination of flexibility and toughness makes it ideal for applications that demand resistance to wear, repeated stress, and high-friction operating conditions. Whether you need flexible tubing, abrasion-resistant strips, or complex custom profiles, our team works closely with you to develop extrusions that meet exact dimensional, functional, and environmental requirements. While PU is an excellent choice for high-wear and flexible components, Lakeland Plastics also offers a broad range of thermoplastic materials—ensuring the best fit for your specific project.
Lakeland Plastics offers comprehensive polyurethane extrusion capabilities supported by advanced equipment, in-house tooling, and experienced engineering expertise. PU’s versatility allows us to manufacture high-performance extrusions designed for durability, flexibility, and precision. Our capabilities include:
With multiple extrusion lines, advanced cooling and sizing systems, and strict quality control standards, Lakeland Plastics supports everything from prototype development to high-volume production. Every polyurethane extrusion is manufactured to deliver consistent quality, long-term durability, and dependable performance in demanding environments.
Friendly people quick loading and overnight parking if your in a pinch at the dock I’d suggest call ahead
Just delivered. The guy that unloaded me was awesome. In and out in 15 minutes. Give that man a raise!
I met with Lakeland Plastics this week. They were very professional to meet with. They were generous with their time and were helpful educating me on the plastics industry. While we weren’t a fit for each other in this instance , I can tell that anyone looking for extrusions would be in great hands. I appreciate the referrals and care they provided me.
Great company to work with, they hold a high standard of quality in the work they do with great communications!
We initially faced challenges with a product that required one side to be white and the other black. The previous process involved painting one side, which was time-consuming and resulted in inconsistent quality. However, discovering Lakeland Plastics was a game-changer for us. Their ability to extrude with one side white and the other black not only eliminated the need for painting but also improved our product quality tenfold.
The team at Lakeland Plastics has been outstanding. Mary at the front desk is a true jack-of-all-trades, always providing the answers we need quickly and efficiently. Mike, the owner, and our salesperson, Phil, along with the entire shipping department, have been incredibly helpful and accommodating throughout our partnership.
We highly recommend Lakeland Plastics for their innovative solutions and exceptional customer service.
We have a 40+ year business relationship with Lakeland Plastics. They are a key business partner offering excellent products, communication, and service.
Lakeland Plastics have really exceeded our expectations. Quality work and precise production have helped my buisiness keep moving forward. I highly recommend this company to anyone for any quality product/profile they may need.
Preferential treatment is the standard for all customers at Lakeland, allowing a level playing field for everyone involved. They have worked with us for over 10 years, helping to develop a patented product and providing outstanding customer service throughout. It has been an absolute delight working with honest and caring individuals who not only work toward getting things right the first time, but they work tirelessly at making sure goals are met. We consider Lakeland part of the family, and we highly recommend their attention to detail, top level customer service and exemplary design team.
Lakeland has been arguably one of the best manufacturers I have ever worked with. I came to them with a unique extrusion use case and they were able to help with my design. They managed the project with zero friction, or high added costs. The part quality is quite honestly flawless, meeting my specific use case need. The accessibility to the team is always easy and prompt. I didn’t wait days, or weeks for quotes and was able to get my product produced and to the market in a much shorter time frame than several other mfg’s I contacted quoted. Now my product is sold in over 40 states and two countries and proudly produced in the USA. I know this is a long post and I don’t usually do reviews. However, while I maybe a small fish compared to some of their production levels/ capabilities…..my involvement with Lakeland has felt more like family than being just a number on the balance sheet. They will have my business as long as my industry need exists. Hopefully a very long time. So grateful I found this needle in a hay stack. Especially if it is an extruded product you need….highly recommend giving them a shot.
“We’ve had a long-standing partnership with Lakeland Plastics to support building our OTTOLOCK cinch lock bands. Our specifications are not simple and the Lakeland team has consistently demonstrated they are up for the job with a great approach to making the outcome better. We wouldn’t be here without Lakeland and appreciate their mindset in business and customer relationships.”
“Lakeland Plastics is a trusted partner for over 25 years…The reason I like to work with their team is because of the personal attention that they invest into their customers…I know that the job will get done on time and on budget.”
“Lakeland Plastics has been a valued partner of our company for 40+ years…They are and have consistently been one of our top tier partners – valued relationship which I would highly recommend pursuing.”
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