Looking For an Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Partner?
The aerospace and defence sector demands precision, compliance, traceability, and absolute manufacturing consistency. As global demand for defence manufacturing and aerospace engineering capability continues to grow, OEMs and Tier suppliers are increasingly seeking trusted manufacturing partners capable of delivering highly technical plastic components for mission-critical applications. At Dudley Associates, we support aerospace and defence customers […]
Our Flagship Video is Coming. The Bloopers Reel Might Beat It.
We spent a day in front of the camera with the brilliant team at VRO Creative. The result? A flagship video that will (we promise) look very professional indeed. Eventually. Today was the day. The big one. The day Dudley Associates officially became a film production — well, sort of. We welcomed the wonderfully patient […]
How Do You Choose the Right Material for a Plastic Injection Moulded Component?
When it comes to plastic injection moulding, material selection is one of the earliest—and most critical—engineering decisions in the entire product development process. Choosing the right polymer is about far more than simply selecting “a plastic.” The material you choose will directly influence the component’s mechanical performance, thermal resistance, chemical compatibility, dimensional stability, electrical properties […]
“Soft Tooling”? Not Quite.
“Soft tooling” is one of those terms that sounds straightforward… until you look a little closer. Depending on who you ask, it can mean anything from a quick prototype tool to something expected to last fewer than 100 shots. From an engineering perspective, that’s a pretty wide range for a single label. Advanced Tooling, Outdated […]
Overmoulding Copper Busbars for Powertrains: Prototype Injection Moulding in the UK
As demand for electrification grows across automotive and marine sectors, overmoulding copper busbars has become a critical process in developing reliable power distribution components. At Dudley Associates, we specialise in busbar overmoulding in the UK, supporting customers through prototype injection moulding and low-to-medium volume production. These projects often sit within new product development (NPD), where […]
When the Material Doesn’t Exist (Yet!): A Story of Persistence in Prototype Tooling
In product development, not every challenge arrives neatly defined. Some push you into unfamiliar territory—where data is limited, timelines are tight, and expectations are uncompromising. This was exactly the case when we were appointed to develop a prototype mould tool for a highly technical automotive component. The Challenge From the outset, this wasn’t a straightforward […]
Thinking Outside the (Cardboard!) Box:
A Practical Approach to Smarter Product Development… Not every engineering solution starts with high-tech equipment. Some start with a knife…and an old cardboard box. Recently, we partnered with a customer looking to reduce costs by transitioning from a traditional metal tray to a plastic alternative. The goal was clear: lower part costs, reduce weight for […]
End-Of-Year Reflection: What Our Customers Told Us In 2025
As we wrap up another year of growth, innovation, and collaboration, we’ve taken time to review the results of our recent Customer Satisfaction Survey. Your feedback is invaluable — it shapes our priorities, validates what we’re doing well, and highlights where we can continue improving.
A Great Day At Meet The Toolmaker 2025
Dudley Associates went and exhibited at Meet The Toolmaker 2025. The event was a huge success because we spoke with so many different customers and custodians in the plastics business. We displayed some of our most recent items from some of our long-term customers with whom we have worked for more than 5 years. We […]
Subcon 2024 – Visit Dudley Associates Ltd Stand at B91
If you’re considering attending Subcon 2024 on the 5th or 6th of June, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to visit Dudley Associates Ltd Stand at B91. Here are some compelling reasons why you should make it a priority to stop at our stand: Cutting-Edge Manufacturing Solutions Dudley Associates Ltd is known for its […]
