Welcome to Orthoplastics

Welcome to Orthoplastics – home of the world’s highest quality premium-grade Orthopaedic Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE).

UHMWPE Manufacturing

UHMWPE
MANUFACTURING

The recognised world leader in the supply and manufacture of implantable grade plastics for the medical industry.

Component Machining

Component
Machining

Unique expertise in developing individual orthopaedic components that are manufactured to customer specifications.

Direct Compression Moulding

DIRECT COMPRESSION
MOULDING

A recognised leader in the manufacture of components with a highly polished, high gloss finish on a direct moulded surface.

Crosslinked Polyethylene

CROSSLINKED
POLYETHYLENE

The leaders in the production of crosslinked UHMWPE that offers significant wear reduction and increased implant lifespan.

WORLD LEADING SUPPLIER OF IMPLANTABLE GRADE PLASTICS

About Orthoplastics

Orthoplastics Limited is dedicated to the medical industry and is a world leader in the development and supply of both implantable grade plastics and also biocompatible plastics for instrument applications.

Industry Expertise

Our Industry Expertise

Leading the world in the manufacture and supply of UHMWPE products and applications.

Product Range

Our Product Range

Offering the medical industry a complete supply solution on a range of implantable plastics.

Labratory Services

Laboratory Services

Industry leading UKAS accredited laboratory to support customer product development requirements.

SUPPLYING THE WORLD'S LEADING ORTHOPAEDIC MANUFACTURERS

Our Products & Services

UHMWPE

For over 40 years, UHMWPE has been the primary bearing material for orthopaedic applications.

VITAMIN E

Orthoplastics Vitamin E UHMWPE is a revolutionary technology in orthopaedic applications.

Crosslinking

On site manufacturing of Crosslinked UHMPWE which offers significant wear reduction on implants.

Component Machining

The recognised expert in all aspects of CNC machining of implantable grade plastics and components.

Direct Compression Moulding

A method of sintering the polymer to produce orthopaedic components with a high gloss finish.

Find out More

Orthoplastics works in conjunction with its customers to accelerate the design process and ensure products meet the application, learn how we do this.

Brochure

Download Our Brochure

Please download our latest brochure for a detailed overview of our exciting and innovative business.

News

NEWS FROM ORTHOPLASTICS

Follow the latest news from orthoplastics, including product innovations, events and vacancies.

Careers

CAREERS AT ORTHOPLASTICS

Visit our careers section to find out if any vacancies are available to join a world leading manufacturer.

PIONEERING DEVELOPMENTS IN EXTRUSION AND MOULDING TECHNIQUES

Latest News from Orthoplastics

Orthoplastics Proud to Return to OMTEC 2025

Orthoplastics is excited to announce that we will once again be attending the Orthopaedic Manufacturing & Technology Exposition and Conference (OMTEC) in 2025. Taking place from 17-19 June 2025 ...

Watch Our New Laboratory Film

At Orthoplastics we’re redefining precision and quality in orthopaedic materials testing. Our state-of-the-art laboratory is at the forefront of innovation, ensuring the highest standards for implanta...

Orthoplastics Returning to AAOS 2025

We are excited to announce that Orthoplastics will once again be exhibiting at AAOS 2025, the world's leading orthopaedic technology and innovation exhibition. Taking place from March 10-14 at the San...

Welcoming Rodney Crooks as Orthoplastics' New Managing Director

We're delighted to welcome Rodney Crooks as the new Managing Director of Orthoplastics. With over 30 years of experience in operations and leadership, Rodney has a deep understanding of the medical de...

Explore our Laboratory Services

Orthoplastics is at the forefront of orthopaedic innovation, offering world-leading laboratory services that are essential for developing medical-grade materials and products. With extensive expertise...

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