Total Plastics

What Total Plastics does

Total Plastics (legal name Total Plastics, Inc.) is a privately held specialty plastics distributor founded in 1978 and headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan (2810 North Burdick Street), with operating geography concentrated in the Northeastern United States and nationwide shipping. The company's stated scope is to distribute application-specific plastic sheet, rod, tube, film, and tape across acrylic (ACRYLITE, Chemcast), polycarbonate (Lexan), engineered plastics (PEEK, PTFE, UHMW), marine-grade HDPE/PVC (King StarBoard, Seaboard, SANALITE, SANATEC), aluminum composites (DIBOND, E-PANEL), expanded PVC foams (SINTRA, KOMATEX, Celtec), and fiberglass profiles (Strongwell EXTREN). Its supplier network is built on authorized distributorship relationships with at least thirteen branded manufacturers, including 3A Composites, Lexan (SABIC), ACRYLITE (Arkema), Strongwell, Vycom, King Plastic Corporation, Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Chemcast/Plastiglas, Ensinger, Gehr, Kommerling, and COOSA.

The company runs two distinct revenue streams. The first is plastic-materials distribution through a BigCommerce-powered e-commerce storefront (totalplastics.com), supplemented by phone-based inside-sales consultation and dedicated lines for Life Sciences and EXTREN Fiberglass products. Pricing on standard catalog SKUs is listed publicly (e.g., King StarBoard $100-$1,374; Lexan polycarbonate $41.26-$708.67; ACRYLITE acrylics $38-$544.75), while custom materials and fabricated parts are quote-based. The second stream is value-added fabrication: precision CNC machining, laser cutting, plastic welding and bonding, polishing and finishing, and rapid prototyping for acrylic, Lexan polycarbonate, UHMW, and other engineering plastics with tight tolerances and optical-grade finishes. Total Plastics has organized specialized go-to-market units—Furniture, Marine, Mass Mobility, and Medical divisions—targeting aerospace, automotive, architecture, construction, medical/life sciences, marine, food processing, signage/graphics, and manufacturing/industrial customers. The company expanded via the 2016 acquisition of Northeast Plastic Supply and is a member of the International Association of Plastics Distribution (IAPD).

Name

Total Plastics

Legal name

Total Plastics, Inc.

Website

http://www.totalplastics.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Total Plastics is a privately held specialty plastics distributor (founded 1978, Kalamazoo, MI) selling acrylic, polycarbonate, engineered plastics, marine-grade HDPE, and composite sheets, rods, tubes, and films to aerospace, medical, marine, food processing, and industrial customers across the U.S., with in-house CNC machining and custom fabrication.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastics Distribution

NAICS

Plastics Materials and Basic Forms and Shapes Merchant Wholesalers (424610), Plastics Product Manufacturing (3261)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081), Plastics Products, Nec (3089)

akta.pro primary industry

Engineering Plastics & Performance Resins (PC, PA, POM, PBT, PMMA) (IMAEADAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Plastic Films & Laminated Packaging Structures Manufacturing (IMANAEAD), Commodity Plastic Compounds (PE/PP/PS/PVC) (IMANABAA), Rigid Cosmetic & Personal Care Plastic Packaging (Jars, Bottles, Compacts) (IMALAAAF)

Keywords

• Industrial plastics distribution
• Plastic sheet rod tube
• Custom plastic fabrication
• Engineering plastics supply
• CNC plastic machining

Headquarters

HQ city

Baltimore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Plastics Distribution: Sale of plastic materials including acrylic sheets, polycarbonate panels, engineered plastic rods, tubes, films, and specialty polymers. Products are sold directly through their e-commerce platform and phone sales.
2. Fabrication Services: Value-added precision CNC machining, laser cutting, plastic welding, bonding, polishing, and rapid prototyping services for custom plastic components.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Total Plastics distributes specialty plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film products (acrylic/plexiglass, polycarbonate, HDPE, PVC, fiberglass composites, and engineering plastics such as PEEK, PTFE, and UHMW) sourced from leading manufacturers, sold through an e-commerce storefront and inside sales. The company complements distribution with value-added precision CNC machining, laser cutting, plastic welding/bonding, polishing, and rapid prototyping services that deliver custom-fabricated plastic components to industrial customers.

Product overview

Total Plastics is a premier plastic materials distributor serving the Northeastern U.S., offering a comprehensive portfolio of plastic sheets, rods, tubes, and films from multiple branded manufacturers. The core product lines include acrylic/plexiglass (ACRYLITE®, Chemcast®), polycarbonate (Lexan®), engineered plastics (PEEK, PTFE, UHMW), marine-grade materials (King StarBoard®, Seaboard® HDPE/PVC, EXTREN® fiberglass), and specialty composites (DIBOND®, SINTRA®, GATORFOAM®). The company operates as a distribution platform providing both stocked inventory and custom fabrication services including CNC machining, laser cutting, plastic welding, and rapid prototyping. The product portfolio serves diverse industries including aerospace, automotive, architecture, construction, medical/life sciences, marine, electronics, signage/graphics, and manufacturing. Notable brand partners include 3A Composites, Strongwell (EXTREN®), Vycom (Seaboard®, Celtec®), Chemcast/Plastiglas, King Plastic Corporation, Acrylite, and Mitsubishi Chemical Group (Sanalite®), among others distributed through their e-commerce platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lexan Polycarbonate Sheet Lexan® polycarbonate panels and sheets providing impact-resistant glazing and corrugated roofing solutions for industrial, marine, and architectural applications.
• ACRYLITE® Extruded Premium Acrylics Premium acrylic/plexiglass sheets from Acrylite Plastic Products, including Satinice and LED acrylic variants, offering optical clarity and UV stability for signage, displays, and glazing.
• King StarBoard® Marine HDPE Marine-grade HDPE sheets from King Plastic Corporation serving as plywood replacement for marine applications, with UV and corrosion resistance.
• COOSA Bluewater 26 Marine composite panels from COOSA Composites designed for boat building and marine applications requiring durability and water resistance.
• DIBOND® Aluminum Composite Panels Aluminum composite panels with smooth aluminum surface bonded to a polyethylene core, self-extinguishing with Class A fire rating per ASTM E-84, for signage, exhibits, and furniture.
• GATORFOAM® Board Extruded polystyrene foam board bonded between high-impact polystyrene cap facers with a bright white surface for digital printing, exhibits, displays, and photo mounting.
• SINTRA® Expanded PVC Sheet Premium expanded PVC board with consistent bright white surface, superior dent and scratch resistance, UL Recognized and heat formable for 3-dimensional displays.
• FOME-COR® Board Foam core material with extruded polystyrene core and clay-coated paper facers for mounting, framing, and presentation applications; lightweight and easy to cut.
• GATORPLAST® Foam Board Extruded polystyrene foam bonded between high-impact polystyrene facers designed for digital printing with vibrant color output.
• SINTRA® Vers Expanded PVC Board Lightweight expanded PVC board with bright white or black satin finish, self-extinguishing with Class A Fire Rating for POP/POS displays and retail fixtures.
• E-PANEL™ Aluminum Composite Panels (ACM) Lightweight aluminum composite panels for signage and architectural projects with UL Recognized status and Class A fire rating for gauges 4mm and less per ASTM E-84.
• Chemcast® P-95 & DP-95 Matte Finish Acrylic Cell-cast acrylic sheets with matte finish (P-95 one side, DP-95 both sides) at 92% optical clarity for displays, lighting fixtures, and furniture.
• Chemcast® General Purpose (GP) Cast Acrylic Versatile cell-cast acrylic sheets for POP displays, signage, promotional articles, and construction with excellent light transmission and chemical resistance.
• Chemcast® XT Extruded Acrylic Extruded acrylic sheet with superior surface characteristics and optical quality for interior and exterior use with high light transmission and homogeneous thickness.
• Chemcast® Fluorescent Acrylic Sheets Vibrant cell-cast acrylic sheets in fluorescent colors (orange, yellow, blue, green, red) for indoor signage, POP displays, and exhibition booths.
• Chemcast® Pearlescent Acrylic Sheets Premium acrylic sheets in pearlescent colors (white, ivory, brown, pink, blue, gray) for interior design elements, custom furniture, and artistic installations.
• EXTREN® Fiberglass Structural Profiles Proprietary combination of fiberglass reinforcements with thermoset polyester or vinyl ester resin systems produced in over 100 standard shapes (wide flange beams, square and round tubes, channels, I-beams, angles, square bars, threaded rod, nuts, flat sheet) by Strongwell, available in Series 500, 525, 600, and 625.
• Celtec® Expanded PVC Foam Board Solid PVC sheet with advanced formulation for UV resistance and impact strength; heavy-metal-free, meeting UL 94 V-0 flammability, RoHS, and REACH compliance.
• Celtec® PVC Expanded Foam (Matte) Foamed polyvinyl chloride sheet with smooth matte finish for signage, exhibits, store displays, POP, kiosks, and screen printing.
• Seaboard® PVC Marine Board HDPE-based marine board combining wood workability with plastic resilience; UV stabilized; compliant with UL 94 V-0, ASTM E 84, NFPA-255, FDA, USDA, and RoHS standards.
• Seaboard® Supreme DS HDPE High-density polyethylene foam core product with specially formulated skin enhancing stiffness and dimensional stability; UV stabilized and 100% recyclable.
• Seaboard® HDPE Marine Sheet Marine-grade HDPE plastic from Vycom providing superior performance against water, UV exposure, and harsh elements without rusting, corroding, or splintering.
• Seaboard® Utility HDPE Marine-grade HDPE plastic with UV stabilization, scratch resistance, and impact endurance for demanding marine environments; FDA and USDA compliant.
• KÖMATEX Foamed PVC Sheet Foamed PVC sheets from Kommerling with exceptional durability, easy fabrication with standard tools, matte surface ideal for printing, and 100% recyclable.
• EX-CEL® IF Integral Foamed PVC Sheet Co-extruded foamed PVC sheets for sign applications with density options of 0.60 and 0.70; can be painted, glued, nailed, screwed, and printed.
• EX-CEL® FF Free Foamed PVC Sheet Free foamed PVC sheets available in 13 standard colors with 0.60 and 0.70 density options and matte finish for professional printing.
• King CuttingBoard® & King CuttingBoard® XL Commercial food processing cutting boards from King Plastic Corporation, up to 30% lighter than standard boards, with K-Stran™ technology for superior flatness and NSF listing.
• SANALITE® HDPE Cutting Board Odorless, taste-free pebbled-finish HDPE cutting board material compliant with FDA, USDA, NSF, and Canada AG standards for food preparation and meat/poultry processing.
• HITEC® HDPE Sheet High-density polyethylene sheets with superior impact and moisture resistance; FDA approved for food contact; suitable for food processing and industrial applications.
• SANATEC® HDPE Sheet FDA-approved HDPE sheets with superior chemical resistance and a non-absorbent surface that prevents bacteria accumulation; ideal for food processing.
• SANATEC® LITE HDPE Sheet HDPE sheets for commercial and residential food contact applications meeting FDA, USDA, and NSF requirements; dishwasher safe with no moisture or odor absorption.
• SANATEC® PP Polypropylene Sheet Polypropylene sheets with outstanding chemical resistance, high purity formulation, and impact resistance for chemical processing, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.
• PET Felt Board (Acoustic Panels) PET felt acoustic panels with Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) up to 1.10, available in 15 colors for wall cladding, ceiling installation, and office partitions.
• SINTRA® Expanded PVC Color Sheet Premium grade vinyl composition PVC sheets with over 30 years of industry leadership, offering chemical resistance, heat formability, and UL Recognition.
• Novanite® Solid Surface Acrylic Solid surface acrylic sheets mimicking natural stone or granite with nonporous surface that resists fungus and bacteria; for kitchen countertops and commercial building surfaces.
• Whalelite Sustainable Fiberglass Backerboard Sustainable fiberglass backerboard from Richlite made with FSC-certified paper and thermosetting resin, featuring exceptional screw retention and moisture resistance for marine and outdoor applications.
• Custom Plastic Fabrication & CNC Machining Services State-of-the-art precision CNC machining, laser cutting, plastic welding and bonding, polishing and finishing, and rapid prototyping for acrylic, Lexan polycarbonate, UHMW, and other engineering plastics, delivered to tight tolerances with optical-grade finishes.

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 3A CompositescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTotal Plastics is a distributor of 3A Composites products including DIBOND aluminum composite panels, GATORFOAM, SINTRA expanded PVC, and FOME-COR foam core boards.
• Acrylite Plastic ProductscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of ACRYLITE extruded premium acrylics including Satinice and LED acrylic variants.
• ArkemacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTotal Plastics distributes Arkema plastic materials through their product catalog.
• Chemcast (Plastiglas de Mexico)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Chemcast acrylic sheets including General Purpose, XT, UV-F, BR (bullet resistant), Marine Grade, and FB (food grade) variants.
• COOSAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of COOSA composites including Bluewater 26 for marine applications.
• EnsingercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTotal Plastics distributes Ensinger engineered plastic materials.
• GehrcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Gehr plastic materials and profiles.
• King Plastic CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of King Plastic products including StarBoard marine HDPE, StarLite XL, CuttingBoard, and CuttingColors.
• KommerlingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of KOMATEX foamed PVC sheets.
• Lexan (SABIC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Lexan polycarbonate sheets and panels including corrugated roofing sheets.
• Mitsubishi Chemical GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Mitsubishi Chemical materials including SANALITE HDPE cutting boards.
• StrongwellcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Strongwell EXTREN fiberglass profiles including beams, channels, tubes, rods, and structural shapes in Series 500, 525, 600, and 625.
• VycomcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor of Vycom products including CELTEC expanded PVC foam, Seaboard HDPE/PVC, SANATEC HDPE/PP, and related materials.
• IAPD (International Association of Plastics Distribution)minorOthersTotal Plastics is a member of IAPD and adheres to their environmental statement committing to plastics recycling, environmental stewardship, and promoting research for eco-friendly plastic applications.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Curbell Plastics: One of the largest U.S. plastics distributors offering sheet, rod, tube, film, and fabricated parts across industrial, medical, and aerospace verticals — directly comparable in product breadth, value-added fabrication, and customer mix.
• Piedmont Plastics: National plastics distributor with branch network distributing acrylic, polycarbonate, HDPE, and engineering plastics with custom fabrication services — direct competitor in materials portfolio and geographic coverage.
• Professional Plastics: U.S. plastics distributor offering sheet, rod, tube, film and fabricated plastic parts across aerospace, semiconductor, medical, and industrial markets — closely comparable business model and customer verticals.
• Alro Plastics: Division of Alro Steel distributing plastic sheet, rod, tube, and bar with CNC cutting and fabrication services — competing in the same materials categories with similar industrial customer base.
• Cope Plastics: Midwest-based plastics distributor with fabrication services distributing engineering plastics and commodity sheet/rod/tube — direct peer in product mix and geographic overlap.
• Interstate Plastics: Nationwide plastics distributor offering sheet, rod, film, and machined parts with e-commerce — comparable distribution-plus-fabrication model and customer verticals.
• Plastics International: Plastics distributor focused on engineering and high-performance plastics (PEEK, PTFE, UHMW, nylon) with fabrication — directly overlaps Total Plastics' engineered plastics and specialty materials focus.
• ePlastics: Online-focused plastics distributor offering acrylic, polycarbonate, HDPE, PVC sheet and fabrication — directly competes with Total Plastics' e-commerce channel in standard catalog plastics.

Broad incumbents

• McMaster-Carr: Massive industrial catalog distributor offering plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film alongside millions of other industrial items — competes with Total Plastics on standard catalog plastics with superior logistics and brand recognition.

Emerging players

• Ensinger (Precision Plastics): Manufacturer-cum-distributor of engineered plastic stock shapes (TECAPEEK, TECAFORM, TECAMID) — overlaps Total Plastics' engineering plastics offerings but supplies rather than competes on distribution.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/plasticssource
• Facebookfacebook.com/totalplastics
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/profile

Compliance31 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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