Lakeland Plastics manufactures high-quality TPO extrusions engineered to deliver exceptional impact resistance, weatherability, and long-term durability for demanding applications.
Material Name: TPO (Thermoplastic Olefin)
TPO, or thermoplastic olefin, is a durable, flexible material widely used in plastic extrusion for applications that require impact resistance, weather performance, and lightweight strength. Known for its balance of rigidity and elasticity, TPO performs reliably in both indoor and outdoor environments. It offers excellent resistance to UV exposure, moisture, and temperature fluctuations, making it a popular choice for commercial and industrial profiles. At Lakeland Plastics, we manufacture precision TPO extrusions designed to provide consistent dimensional stability and long-term performance in demanding conditions.
TPO: Definition
Thermoplastic olefin (TPO) is a class of thermoplastic polymers typically made by blending polypropylene with elastomers such as ethylene-propylene rubber. This combination creates a material that offers the processing advantages of thermoplastics with enhanced flexibility and impact resistance. TPO is lightweight, chemically resistant, and capable of withstanding environmental stress without cracking or degrading. Its balanced mechanical properties make it especially well-suited for custom extrusion profiles that require toughness, weatherability, and structural integrity.
Pros of TPO
- Excellent impact resistance, even at lower temperatures
- Strong resistance to UV exposure and weathering
- Lightweight with a favorable strength-to-weight ratio
- Good flexibility combined with structural rigidity
- Resistant to moisture, corrosion, and many chemicals
- Performs well in outdoor and high-exposure environments
- Recyclable and reprocessable in many applications
- Good dimensional stability
Cons of TPO
- Lower heat resistance than some engineered plastics
- Surface can be more difficult to bond or paint without treatment
- Moderate stiffness compared to rigid plastics like PVC or ABS
- May experience thermal expansion in high-temperature environments
- Not ideal for high-load structural applications requiring maximum rigidity
TPO Extrusion Products
- Custom TPO profiles and channels
- TPO tubing and hollow shapes
- TPO trims and edge guards
- Structural TPO extrusion components
- TPO sealing and protective strips
- Automotive-style trim profiles
- Specialty textured or colored TPO shapes
TPO Extrusion Applications
- Automotive exterior and interior trim components
- Construction and building profiles
- Outdoor equipment and recreational products
- Industrial guards and protective covers
- Roofing and weather-resistant components
- Transportation and utility vehicle parts
- Agricultural and heavy equipment trim
Custom TPO Extrusions
At Lakeland Plastics, custom TPO extrusion is built around durability, precision, and performance in demanding environments. TPO’s impact resistance, UV stability, and weatherability make it ideal for exterior profiles, structural trims, and protective components exposed to temperature fluctuations and environmental stress. Whether your project requires simple profiles, textured trim pieces, hollow structural shapes, or complex multi-functional designs, our team works closely with you from concept through production to ensure every extrusion meets exact dimensional and performance specifications. While TPO is an excellent solution for applications requiring toughness and weather resistance, Lakeland Plastics also offers a broad range of additional thermoplastic materials—ensuring your project is paired with the optimal material for long-term success.
TPO Plastic Extrusion Capabilities
Lakeland Plastics provides comprehensive TPO extrusion capabilities supported by advanced production lines, in-house tooling, and experienced engineering expertise. TPO’s balanced flexibility and structural strength allow us to manufacture durable, weather-resistant profiles with consistent quality and tight tolerances. Our capabilities include:
- Custom TPO profiles in virtually any shape or size
- TPO tubing, hollow sections, and structural shapes in multiple diameters and wall thicknesses
- Co-extrusion and tri-extrusion options for enhanced functionality or color accents
- Textured finishes and color-matched extrusion profiles
- Post-extrusion fabrication services including cutting, punching, drilling, assembly, and finishing
- Specialty components such as protective trims, structural components, and weather-resistant profiles
With 12 production lines, modern cooling and sizing systems, and strict quality control standards, Lakeland Plastics supports everything from prototype development to high-volume production. Every TPO extrusion is manufactured to deliver consistent dimensions, long-term durability, and dependable performance across a variety of applications.