RESEARCH & DIAGNOSTICS
Custom Plastic Machining & Manifolds for Diagnostics, Testing, & Research
OEM DIAGNOSTIC & PRECISION FLUIDIC COMPONENTS
Manufacturing custom plastic components for research lab fluidics and diagnostic fluidic systems can prove daunting. Systems need to handle harsh environments ranging from caustic chemicals to sterilizing heat temperatures while maintaining sometimes complex internal geometries. Moreover, these internal channels require some knowledge to create a custom flow path design that will aid in accomplishing the product's purpose. For tools like "lab on a chip" or those used in microfluidics, they need a manufacturer that can provide custom fluid routing solutions with intense precision many either will not or cannot accommodate. Controlled Fluidics has the team and the knowledge to make it happen.
CUSTOM FLUIDIC SOLUTIONS FOR LABORATORIES
Controlled Fluidics' unique specialization focuses on aiding organizations innovate the latest in research developments, such as point-of-care diagnostic tests and lab-on-a-chip technology. While our clients use our manifolds for many research purposes, including DNA sequencing and analyses, other research facilities use plastic machining to create custom solutions for other purposes. Those range from integrated cellular and molecular diagnostic instruments to environmental testing devices and food quality control testing.
CONSISTENT COLLABORATION
We extend the reaches of research through advanced plastic machining from the macro to the micro. With a team of seasoned expert engineers and machinists, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to excellence, we deliver solutions that meet and exceed the high standards the industries keep. Whether the product is single-use or meant to last, we manufacture results that help to answer deep questions within this multidisciplinary field.
WHY CONTROLLED FLUIDICS FOR RESEARCH & DIAGNOSTIC DEVICE MANUFACTURING
We meet research and diagnostic organizations where they are and where they plan to go with their projects. Not every manufacturer can say that. While every project that comes to us have their differences, we understand the needs these industries absolutely must meet. Take advantage of the qualities to ensure your next project's continual success.
TAILORED TO UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS
Whether your job calls for nonreactive material or optically clear, we offer reliable and high-quality solutions catered to each project's needs. Fully customizable and created for niche purposes.
STRINGENT QUALITY CONTROL & ASSURANCE
Quality is everything, especially in R&D and diagnostics. Our rigorous quality control ensures products leaving our facilities adhere to the highest industry standards without cutting corners.
MEETING REGULATORY COMPLIANCE STANDARDS
We have strict adherences to regulatory requirements from several organizations, including FDA, USDA, and ISO standards among several others to provide peace of mind and confidence in your production partner.
OUR SERVICES
We offer custom plastic machining services and fluidic manifolds for research and diagnostics. In addition to below, we also do micromachining for the smallest parts in compact assemblies.
STREAMLINED ACCESS TO SPECIALIZED PLASTICS
Our key partnerships place us in the unique position to get specialized nonreactive and certified resins fast without compromising safety, quality, or reliability.
DFM SUPPORT
Partner with us from concept to shipment. Our team offers DFM support to ensure that your vision manifests into a tangible and functional reality.
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
We work to ensure our eco-friendly manufacturing processes and materials contribute to a healthier planet while maintaining the high standards required for diagnostic and research applications.
RESEARCH & DIAGNOSTIC PLASTICS ARTICLES
Peruse some of our related written works on medical trends and their plastics relationships.
Navigating 2025 Plastic Recycling Regulations: A Strategic Guide for Plastic Manufacturering
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Microfluidic Manifolds Podcast: Expert Insights on Design & Applications
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Podcast: Multilayered Bonded Plastic Manifolds in Fluidic Systems By Tom Rohlfs
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Custom Plastic Machining with ULTEM® By Pete Poodiack
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Extreme Operating Conditions and Plastic Components By Tom Rohlfs
The 3 Most Concerning Extreme Conditions For Plastics What To Know About Environmental Extremes When Selecting Plastic Materials You can find plastic machined parts and manifolds as critical parts of devices in almost any environment: from cell counters in a climate-controlled lab to components on the International Space Station. When machining components that must perform…
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Plastic Machining with Acrylic Plastic By Tom Rohlfs
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Plastic Manifolds for Medical, Research, and Life Science Applications By Tom Rohlfs
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Plastic Machining with COC/COP Plastic By Tom Rohlfs
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Micro Manufacturing By Tom Rohlfs
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Controlled Fluidics Helps Fight COVID-19 By Tom Rohlfs
Controlled Fluidics & The Fight Against COVID-19 *Updated May 27, 2021. When a global pandemic hits, there are some professions you expect to become essential: doctors, nurses, pharmacists, grocery store clerks, helpdesk workers at Zoom, and…the employees at Controlled Fluidics. That’s right. You may not have realized it, but COVID-19 created a demand for plastic…
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