Ie Plastics Equipment

What Ie Plastics Equipment does

IE Plastics Equipment LLC is a regional distributor of plastic processing and injection molding equipment, founded in 2009 by Kevin Gipson and headquartered in Morgan, Utah. The company serves plastics processors across the Intermountain West as a single-source channel for a broad portfolio of complementary equipment brands covering the full injection molding value chain. Its core product lines include TOYO all-electric horizontal injection molding machines (35-1,430 US tons) and vertical machines (45-150 tons), and FCS servo-hydraulic injection molding machines (66-4,400 US tons). Supporting equipment lines include Frigel process cooling and temperature control, Motan drying, conveying, blending, and central material handling, Yushin America robotics and automation, Rapid Granulators and shredders for in-process recycling, HB Therm high-temperature mold temperature control up to 356°F, National Bulk Equipment bulk material handling, LaRos incline and flat conveyors and parts separators, Concor Tool U.S.-manufactured screws and barrels, Bunting Magnetics metal separation and detection systems, and Sigmax (Robot Eye) vision systems for mold protection.

The company generates revenue through one-time equipment sales transactions sourced via direct sales contact, with pricing varying by specification, tonnage, and manufacturer. Go-to-market is direct-to-customer, with sales handled by Kevin Gipson and accounting by Kelly Gipson; product line representation varies by state across the Intermountain West. The company competes on the basis of Kevin Gipson's 40+ years of hands-on experience spanning service engineering, service management, technical management, regional sales, and national sales roles, and on the convenience of accessing multiple premium equipment brands through a single regional channel with after-sale technical support. The business is a founder-owned, privately held LLC with 1-10 employees and no institutional investment, parent company, or disclosed financial metrics.

Customer engagement is conducted through the company website and direct outreach, with marketing limited to a content-and-contact website presence. No certifications, patents, regulatory actions, funding rounds, mergers, acquisitions, or leadership changes beyond the founding are documented in the available data.

Name

Ie Plastics Equipment

Legal name

IE Plastics Equipment LLC

Website

https://www.ieplasticsequipment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

IE Plastics Equipment is a regional distributor in the Intermountain West that sells and supports plastic injection molding and auxiliary equipment from brands including TOYO, FCS, Frigel, Motan, and Yushin America to plastics processors, founded in 2009 by Kevin Gipson.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Morgan

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Plastic Processing Equipment Sales: IE Plastics Equipment generates revenue by selling and distributing plastic processing equipment from multiple manufacturers including TOYO, FCS, Frigel, Motan, and others to customers in the Intermountain West region. The company provides after-sale support and technical expertise as part of their service offering.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

IE Plastics Equipment is a regional distributor that sells plastic processing equipment and auxiliary machinery to plastics processors in the Intermountain West. The company represents multiple equipment manufacturers including TOYO (all-electric injection molding machines), FCS (servo-hydraulic machines), Frigel (process cooling), Motan (drying/conveying), Yushin America (robotics), Rapid Granulator, HB Therm, NBE, LaRos, Concor Tool, Bunting Magnetics, and Sigmax Vision Systems, providing direct sales and after-sale technical support.

Product overview

IE Plastics Equipment is a plastic processing equipment dealer serving the Intermountain West, established in 2009 by Kevin Gipson. The company operates as a single-source provider offering a portfolio of complementary plastic injection molding solutions. Its core product lineup is anchored by TOYO all-electric horizontal and vertical injection molding machines (35–1430 tons and 45–150 tons, respectively) and FCS servo-hydraulic machines (66–4400 tons). These are supported by a suite of complementary equipment brands: Frigel intelligent process cooling and temperature control, Motan drying/conveying/blending and central material handling systems, HB Therm high-temperature mold temperature controllers (up to 356°F), National Bulk Equipment bulk material handling systems, Yushin America precision robotics and automation, Rapid Granulators and shredders for in-process recycling, LaRos incline/flat conveyors and parts separators, Concor Tool U.S.-manufactured screws and barrels, Bunting Magnetics metal separation and detection systems, and Sigmax/Robot Eye vision systems for mold protection. Together these products cover the full injection molding value chain from material preparation and machine operation through automation, temperature control, quality assurance, and scrap recycling.

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Products and services

• TOYO All-Electric Horizontal Injection Molding Machines Japanese-manufactured all-electric horizontal injection molding machines available from 35 to 1,430 US tons, designed for precision, energy efficiency, and consistency in plastic injection processes. Sold to plastics processors in the Intermountain West region.
• TOYO All-Electric Vertical Injection Molding Machines Vertical-clamp all-electric injection molding machines available in single-station or 2-4 station rotary table configurations with vertical or horizontal injection unit options, serving 45-150 US ton applications for plastics processors.
• FCS Servo-Hydraulic Injection Molding Machines Affordably priced servo-hydraulic injection molding machines ranging from 66 to 4,400 US tons, combining cost-effectiveness with reliable hydraulic performance for a broad range of plastic processing needs.
• Frigel Intelligent Process Cooling and Temperature Control Technologies Innovative process cooling and temperature control solutions designed to optimize thermal management throughout the plastic injection molding cycle for plastics processors.
• Motan Drying, Conveying, Blending & Central Material Handling Systems Central drying and material handling systems, portable dryers, and blending solutions for consistent, automated management of plastic resins and materials in plastics processing operations.
• Yushin America Robots and Automation A wide range of precision robotics and automation technology for part removal, handling, and insertion operations within injection molding workflows.
• Rapid Granulators and Shredders Smart recycling solutions including granulators and shredders tailored for in-process plastic scrap reduction and material reclaim in plastics processing operations.
• HB Therm Mold Temperature Control Systems Advanced high-temperature water-based mold temperature control systems capable of operating up to 356°F to maintain precise thermal conditions during molding.
• National Bulk Equipment (NBE) Bulk Material Handling Systems Bulk material handling systems engineered for the effective conveyance, storage, and processing of plastic resins and related materials, including dry and liquid bulk packaging and material processing systems.
• LaRos Parts Handling Solutions American-made incline conveyors, flat conveyors, and parts separators specifically designed for the plastics industry to facilitate part ejection and separation.
• Concor Tool Screws and Barrels High-quality U.S.-manufactured injection molding and extrusion screws and barrels designed for durability and performance in plastic processing operations.
• Bunting Magnetics Magnetic Metal Separation and Metal Detection Systems Magnetic metal separation and metal detection systems engineered to remove ferrous and non-ferrous contaminants from plastic materials during processing.
• Sigmax Vision Systems (Robot Eye) Robot Eye vision system providing enhanced mold protection through real-time monitoring to prevent damage and maintain product quality during injection molding.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• TOYO (Maruka USA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment represents TOYO all-electric and vertical injection molding machines, including horizontal machines from 35-1430 tons and vertical machines from 45-150 tons. TOYO machines are Japanese manufactured and represent a core product line for IE Plastics Equipment.
• FCS Products (Maruka USA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment represents FCS servo-hydraulic injection molding machines ranging from 66-4400 tons. These affordably priced machines complement the TOYO electric machine offerings.
• FrigelsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Frigel intelligent process cooling and temperature control technologies for plastics processing applications.
• MotansupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Motan drying, conveying, blending and central material handling systems for plastics industry applications.
• Yushin AmericasupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Yushin America precision robotics and automation technology for the plastics processing industry.
• Rapid GranulatorsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Rapid granulators and shredders for smart recycling solutions in plastics processing.
• HB ThermsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers HB Therm advanced high temperature water-based mold temperature control solutions up to 356°F.
• National Bulk Equipment (NBE)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers National Bulk Equipment bulk material handling systems for dry and liquid bulk packaging and material processing.
• LaRos Parts Handling SolutionssupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers LaRos American-made incline conveyors, flat conveyors, and parts separators for the plastics industry.
• Concor ToolsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Concor Tool high-quality U.S. manufactured injection molding and extrusion screws and barrels.
• Bunting MagneticssupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Bunting Magnetics magnetic metal separation and metal detection systems for plastics processing equipment.
• Sigmax Vision Systems (Robot Eye USA)supportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIE Plastics Equipment offers Sigmax Robot Eye Vision System for enhanced mold protection in injection molding operations.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Broad incumbents

• Maruka USA: U.S. subsidiary and exclusive distributor for TOYO and FCS injection molding machines — the same brands IE Plastics Equipment represents. Comparable as the parent channel for the same equipment lines, with broader geographic coverage and direct OEM backing.
• Milacron: Major global manufacturer of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment for plastics processors. Operates in the same customer base (U.S. plastics processors) with overlapping product categories that compete with IE Plastics Equipment's represented lines.
• Haitian International: World's largest manufacturer of plastic injection molding machines by volume, with a strong U.S. presence serving similar plastics processor customers. Competes directly with TOYO/FCS machines in the servo-hydraulic and tonnage categories IE represents.
• ENGEL Austria: Global injection molding machine manufacturer with direct U.S. sales and service operations targeting similar plastics processors. Overlaps with IE Plastics Equipment's represented product categories across multiple tonnage ranges.
• ARBURG: German manufacturer of injection molding machines with established U.S. direct-sales operations. Targets similar plastics processors and competes with represented all-electric and hydraulic lines in mid-range tonnages.
• KraussMaffei: Manufacturer of injection molding, extrusion, and reaction processing machinery with a U.S. sales/service footprint. Comparable customer base and overlapping equipment categories with IE Plastics Equipment's represented lines.
• Sumitomo (SHI) Demag: Manufacturer of all-electric and hybrid injection molding machines with strong U.S. presence. Directly comparable to TOYO all-electric machines represented by IE Plastics Equipment, particularly in precision and high-speed applications.
• Nissei Plastic Industrial: Japanese manufacturer of all-electric and hybrid injection molding machines with U.S. distribution. Competes with represented TOYO electric machines in similar precision and energy-efficiency segments.
• Wittmann Group: Global manufacturer of auxiliary equipment for plastics processing (robots, temperature control, material handling) — directly comparable to the Frigel, Motan, Yushin America, HB Therm, and LaRos auxiliary lines IE Plastics Equipment represents.
• Shibaura Machine (formerly Toshiba Machine): Japanese manufacturer of injection molding machines with U.S. distribution serving similar plastics processor customers. Comparable in product positioning and tonnage coverage to represented TOYO and FCS machines.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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