Laird Plastics is a leading wholesaler, distributor, service company, and contract manufacturer of plastic materials, with a rich history spanning over 70 years. Headquartered in the US, the company operates a vast network of 64 service centers and inventories across the United States and Canada, employing between 501 and 1,000 people. They specialize in comprehensive supply chain coordination, product representation, transportation, storage, and delivery, particularly for customers with multi-location needs. Laird Plastics offers a wide range of plastic materials including sheets, rods, films, tubes, blocks, and profiles, with core product lines encompassing "See-through" materials (acrylics, polycarbonates), "Graphics materials" (substrates, foam boards, Styrene, Polypropylene, Vinyl banner material), and "Mechanical/engineering materials" (UHMW, LDPE, HDPE, Nylons, Acetals). Their extensive product portfolio includes ABS, Acetal, Acrylic, PETG, Polycarbonate, PVC Foam, and Styrene plastics, among others. The company provides advanced fabrication capabilities such as CNC routing, horizontal panel saw cutting, beveled edges, drilling, line bending, die cutting, vacuum forming, thermoforming, and custom fabrication services, including acrylic globes, domes, and spheres. Laird Plastics serves diverse industries including chemical, medical equipment, computers, electrical, food and beverage, construction, graphic designers, military, marine, printing, and transportation. They are committed to quality and customer support, offering custom stock programs and recycling services.
19785-10 peopleManufacturer/Distributor/Service Company
Established brand
OEM manufacturer
Small batch production
Product customization
Key customer
CHICAGO BRUSHMASTERS
Description
Busch Plastics, Inc. is a family-owned and operated manufacturer and distributor of plastic products based in Lynwood, Illinois. Established in 1978, the company has over 40 years of experience providing custom plastic fabrication and distribution services to the Chicagoland area and international clients. Operating from a specialized facility, they serve a diverse range of sectors including automotive, marine, commercial, industrial, and education.
The company maintains a comprehensive inventory of plastic materials, including sheets, rods, and tubes in various substrates such as ABS, Acetal, Acrylic, Polycarbonate, PETG, HDPE, UHMW, Nylon, and Phenolic. Their manufacturing capabilities are supported by advanced equipment, including CNC routing, vacuum forming, and large-scale oven forming (up to 5'x10'). These technical resources allow them to manage projects from initial concept and single prototypes through to full production runs.
Busch Plastics specializes in a wide array of custom solutions, ranging from industrial machine guards and acid pump enclosures to commercial sneeze guards, display cases, and signage. Their expertise extends to specialized marine components like boat panels and hatches, as well as creative applications such as artistic sculptures and custom podiums. With a focus on quality and competitive pricing, the company has built a prestigious client portfolio that includes major organizations such as Microsoft, Pepsi, Coca-Cola, and the City of Chicago.