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Engineering

We strive to be your plastic engineering partner from education to material selection, thru component design.

Custom Fabrication

TriStar excels in custom plastic fabrication from Prototype to Production.

Featured Products
CJ Bearings TriSteel™ Ultracomp® Rulon® Bearings Rulon® Materials Meldin®
Manufacturing

We manufacture a wide range of bearing materials that are ideal for non-lubricated high-load applications.

High Performance Plastics

We have quality High Performance Plastic materials available for the most demanding applications.

Saint-Gobain

TriStar is the exclusive partner for the Rulon, Meldin and Fluoroloy product lines in North America with the largest global inventory for immediate shipment.

Enhanced Materials

Cutting-edge enhancements that improve and extend the performance of polymers, elastomers, and specialized membranes.

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Material Database

With hundreds of high-performance bearing materials to choose from, utilize our material database to filter your search for the exact match for your application.

Technical Library

Our technical library is a knowledge database from application data sheets, brochures to engineering worksheets to research and start your next project.

Tech Talk Blog

A series of quick reads on the best materials for the most demanding applications in your industry.

White Papers

Explore our library of FREE white papers which dive into composite bearings, plastics, and industries where high-performance materials make a significant impact.

The Shooting Star

A monthly technical brief highlighting the latest in bearing material technology. Sign up for auto delivery.

Video Learning Center

We have produced over 100 educational videos ranging from bearing design, bonding plastics surface modification and many more topics.

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About Us

TriStar Plastics Corp. provides engineering, custom fabrication and manufacturing of high-performance plastics and self-lubricating bearings materials. The Company’s capabilities include component design, material selection, prototype, production, manufacturing, and surface modification.

Locations

The Company’s principal location is in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, with additional sales and distribution centers in Denver, North Carolina, Yorba Linda, California and Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Click here for details and directions.

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White Papers

Explore Guides Covering Bearings, Plastic Materials, and Key Industries

White Papers

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Military Components White Paper

Military Components

How High-Performance Polymers Solve Engineering Challenges
Aerospace Components White Paper

Aerospace Components

Why High-Performance Polymers are Critical for Aerospace Applications
Meldin for Semiconductors

Semiconductor Manufacturing

How Meldin® Can Boost ROI for Plasma Deposition Components
Meldin® White Paper

Meldin® Materials

Why Meldin® Offers Extraordinary Value for Challenging High-Temperature Applications and Beyond
EMD White Paper

Enhanced Materials Division

Solving Tough Engineering Problems with Enhanced Materials and Specialized Engineering Services
Pulp and Paper WP

Pulp and Paper Equipment

How Careful Material Selection Can Solve Key Engineering Challenges for Pulp & Paper OEM’s
Plastic Bearing Design White Paper

Plastic Bearing Design

A Guide to Form, Function and Selection
Machining Plastics White Paper

Machining Plastics

The Essential Guide to Materials, Tools & Techniques

Bearing Failure White Paper

Why do Metal Bearings Fail?

A Guide to Primary Causes and Tips for Prevention
Oil and Gas White Paper

Oil and Gas Equipment

How Advanced Polymer Components Are Solving Problems Across the Oil and Gas Industry
Railcar Equipment White Paper

Railcar Equipment

How Advanced Self-Lubricating Bearing Materials are Helping Rail Cars and Related Equipment Operate More Safely and Efficiently
Food and Beverage Industry White Paper

Food and Beverage Industry

Challenges for Processing, Packaging, and Beyond
Critical Bearing Metrics White Paper

Critical Bearing Metrics

How to Choose the Best Bearing for Your Application
Robotics White Paper

Robotics and Manufacturing

A Guide to Bearing Selection for Increased Production
Industrial Bearings White Paper

Composite Bearings for Manufacturing

Ready to Improve Your Output? Grab this Guide to learn how!
Rulon Bearings White Paper

Rulon® Bearings

How to Recognize Genuine and Avoid Counterfeit
Surface Modification White Paper

Surface Modification

Improve Adhesion, Micro-Clean, and Hydrophobic or Hydrophillic Characteristics
Food Processing White Paper

Food Processing Equipment

How Advanced Polymer Components Can Solve Key Production Challenges
Food Packaging White Paper

Food & Beverage Packaging

The Value of Self-Lubricating Polymer Components
Agricultural Equipment White Paper

Agricultural Machinery Design

How new bearing innovations are propelling the industry with increased efficiency, productivity, and greater value
Rulon White Paper

Rulon® Engineered Materials

Quality Assurance Begins with Precision Processing