--- title: Plastics Academy description: We take you through plastic extrusion process from step by step. Understand the journey plastic compound takes to become your finished product. --- # Learn About Plastic Extrusions [Get In Touch ](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/project-enquiry) Designing with plastic offers countless possibilities and opportunities. Learn the fundamentals of extrusion design and the processes involved with our collection of easy to follow guides and advice. [Project in mind? get in touch! ](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/project-enquiry) ## Extrusion Basics ![steel](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/steel.svg) #### Plastic Extrusion 101 Can't even begin to make sense of how little plastic beads become those beautiful profiles? Start at the beginning with our 101 class! [Learn More](https://www.bwcgroup.co.uk/extrusion-academy/what-is-plastic-extrusion-0-0-1) ![catalogue](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/catalogue.png) #### Plastic Extrusion Guide Take a deeper dive with our guide where we delve into the intricacies of PVC plastic extrusion, including processes and applications. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/pvc-plastic-extrusion-guide) ![pencil](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/pencil.svg) #### Profile Design Basics Designing a bespoke profile from scratch? We've prepared ten simple tips to help you get the design right the first time. [Learn More](https://www.bwcgroup.co.uk/extrusion-academy/design-extrusion-plastic) ![RECYCLE ICON](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/RECYCLE%20ICON.png) #### Material Options Need advice on material options for plastic extrusion? We can help! Check out your options in our easy to use material guide. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/plastic-extrusion-materials) ## History, Services & Benefits ![HISTORY ICON](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/Untitled%20-%202025-04-09T133759.283%20(1).png) #### PLASTICS' HISTORY Explore the history of plastics and how plastic extrusion became a cornerstone of modern manufacturing, marked by continuous innovation. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/the-history-of-plastics-plastic-extrusion) ![TICK LIST ICON](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/TICK%20LIST%20ICON.png) #### BENEFITS OF PLASTIC There are so many great reasons to choose plastic extrusion as a component in your next big project... Check out our handy benefits list. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/benefits-of-plastic-extrusion) ![THINKING ICON](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/THINKING%20ICON.png) #### Diverse Applications Discover the vast diverse applications of plastics! Spanning various industries and sectors, you'll find plastic extrusion is used everywhere! [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/the-diverse-applications-of-plastic-extrusion) ![Plastic extrusion in hopper.](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/Plastic_extrusion.png) #### Custom Plastic From concept to completion, discover our full range of services for your plastic extrusion profile applications and requirements. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/news/plastic-extrusion-the-smarter-way-to-create-custom-plastic-profiles) ![Plastic Injection Moulding Icon](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/Plastic%20Injection%20Moulding%20Icon.png) #### Injection Moulding If you're thinking of a plastic injection moulding project, check out our helpful guide on what you need to get started and how to avoid costly errors. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/plastic-injection-moulding-project-heres-what-you-need-to-consider) ![Icon for OEE ](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/OEE%20ICON.png) #### OEE Learn more about our OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) monitoring system that gives us clear visibility into every aspect of our production. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/production-reliability-and-reduced-downtime-with-evocon) ![Plastic tubing logo.](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/PLASTIC%20TUBING%20LOGO.png) #### Plastic Tubing Learn how large diameter plastic tubing, delivers robust performance for demanding UK industrial, construction, and commercial applications. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/large-diameter-plastic-tubing) ![SYMBOLS FOR PROCESS.](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/PLASTIC%20PROCESS.png) #### Plastic Packaging Learn all about why plastic packaging must now meet a far broader brief than ever before: with compliance, sustainability, performance, and end-of-life recovery at the heart of processes. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/how-packaging-single-use-legislation-drives-new-profile-design) ![Quality assurance icon.](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/hubfs/QUALITY%20ASSURANCE.png) #### Quality Assurance Learn how QA is a discipline that runs from design intent and material choice through to process control, finishing, packing, traceability, and continuous improvement. [Learn More](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/extrusion-academy/quality-assurance-in-plastic-extrusion) [Seen Enough? Get In Touch ](https://www.bwcprofiles.co.uk/project-enquiry)