Our Polymer Compounding Services
Polymer compounding at Cascade blends material science, manufacturing insight, and sustainability-driven thinking. Every formulation is built with the end use, molding process, and production scale in mind.
Our team develops custom compounds using base polymers, recycled content, and performance additives that support real application demands. Each material is evaluated and refined in our A2LA-accredited lab before being introduced into full-scale injection molding.
This integrated approach supports consistent processing, predictable part performance, and long-term durability across production runs.
Industries We Serve
Automotive
Polymer compounds developed for structural, interior, and under-hood components where weight, impact performance, and durability matter over long service lives.
Office Furniture
Engineered materials designed to maintain strength, finish, and visual consistency through repeated use in commercial and institutional environments.
Material Handling
Custom blends built to handle repeated loading, abrasion, and exposure to demanding operational conditions.
Infrastructure
Polymer formulations engineered for outdoor use, supporting resistance to UV exposure, temperature shifts, and environmental stress.
Waste & Recycling
Recycled-content compounds that support circular material use while delivering the durability needed for long service cycles.
Why Choose Cascade?
Materials Expertise That Drives Innovation
Our materials lab develops and evaluates polymer compounds to align with defined mechanical, thermal, and environmental performance goals.
Commitment to Sustainability
We’ve built our business around the circular economy, integrating recycled and renewable materials wherever possible.
Proven Manufacturing Integration
Compounds are formulated alongside injection molding considerations so materials run smoothly, predictably, and consistently at scale.
Collaborative Development
We partner closely with customer teams to refine materials that balance performance expectations, cost considerations, and environmental priorities.
Press Fleet Snapshot
- Total machines: 37
- Tonnage range: 165–9,000 tons
- Part sizes: Up to 200 lbs, depending on material
- Molding capabilities: 2-shot, structural foam, and overmolding
Popular Materials We Mold
Recycled Base Materials
- UBQ™
- Hemp-based plastics
- Post-consumer regrind
- Field-sourced material from recycled carts
Polymer Types
- Nylon
- PP (Polypropylene)
- HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
- Acetal
- Filled Resins
Filled Resins
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Mineral-filled
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Carbon-filled
Frequently Asked Questions
Polymer compounding is the process of combining base polymers with additives, fillers, and reinforcements to create materials with defined performance characteristics.
Yes. We regularly integrate post-consumer and reclaimed plastics into new formulations while maintaining consistency and performance.
Material properties such as stiffness, strength, impact resistance, and color can be adjusted to support part performance, durability, and sustainability goals.
Additives may include colorants, UV stabilizers, flame retardants, lubricants, impact modifiers, and reinforcements such as glass or mineral fibers.
Yes. Our materials lab can evaluate and refine existing materials to improve flow, performance, or recyclability.
Yes. Each compound is evaluated in our accredited materials lab to confirm performance and consistency.
Blending combines existing materials, while compounding creates new formulations by combining polymers and additives under controlled conditions.