Forward Moulding is a division of Francis Ward Limited that solely specialises in Contract Rotational Moulding.
Forward Moulding may be the new name in the rotational moulding industry, however through the parent company of Francis Ward there is over 50 years of in-depth expertise in Rotational Moulding. Such expertise has led Francis Ward to become the leader in the challenging process of rotational moulded Intermediate Bulk Containers for hazardous substances.
Rotational moulding (often referred to as Rotamoulding or Rotomoulding) is a process ideal for producing hollow plastic products, such as tanks, containers, garden furniture and sporting products. By using additional post-moulding operations, complex components can be produced - the list of goods made can be endless!
Why Rotational Mould
Cheap tooling costs in comparison to injection and blow moulding
Low investment costs for low volume products allows for quick entry into market
Process provides uniform wall thickness, even at corners and with defined angles
It is a stress free, low-pressure process, that produces strong and durable products. In comparison, blow moulded stretches the plastic resulting in finished goods with built in stresses acting as weak points
Wide range of materials to select from to give product optimum resistance to liquids, solids, chemicals and weather conditions
Special moulded-in features - screw threads, metal inserts, logos and strengthening ribs can all be incorporated in to the design
Why Forwarding Moulding
Parent company, Francis Ward is held in high respect for over 50 years expert rotational moulding service
Proven track record of working in challenging markets
Machine capacity to manufacture up 3.5m long products
Have multiple vertical carousel machines that make it cost effective to produce
small sized products.
BSI EN 9001:2000 accredited
We are a Member of the British Plastic Federation - gives you confidence
we keep up to date with latest technologies in the industry.
Internal design with SolidWorks™ to manage projects and give 3D visualisation.
Agreement to work with Rota
Design - Specialists in the field. Will also create 3D models from designs
in resin.
Strong relationships with leading Polymer Suppliers
Extensive experience of testing and quality checking for compliance with
UN hazardous transport regulations, that goes beyond BSI accreditation.
Have internal metal welding and fabrication when required for finished products.
