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What We Do
At General Plastics & Composites, we bring ideas to life through the engineering and manufacturing of advanced composites.
How We Work
From concept to completion, we follow an engineering-driven process.
Industries We Empower
We partner with leading companies across oil and gas, aerospace, defense, and other high-performance sectors.
Proof of Performance
See how our composite solutions perform in the real world—backed by data, field-proven results, and insights from engineers.
Why GP&C
Our commitment to safety, quality, collaboration, and performance sets us apart—and powers everything we do.
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Engineer's Edge
04/13/2026
Why Fiber Orientation Determines Composite Strength When engineers first begin working with composites, one assumption from metal design often carries over: that strength behaves…
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Compression Molding vs. RTM: What’s Right for High-Volume Production? When composite programs move toward higher production volumes, manufacturing method becomes a critical decision. Two…
Why Resin Flow Matters More Than You Think When engineers evaluate composite performance, attention usually goes to resin systems, fiber reinforcement, and mechanical properties.…
Insights
How to Balance Lightweighting with Structural Confidence Lightweighting is a common goal in composite design. Reducing weight can improve efficiency, simplify installation, and lower…
04/02/2026
Post-Curing Practices: Science or Superstition? Post-curing shows up in many composite manufacturing processes. Some engineers treat it as essential. Others see it as an…
03/31/2026
The Hidden Performance Drivers Inside Every Composite Resin and fiber get the spotlight. Fillers and additives are where performance is dialed in. In custom…
Ask Our Engineers
03/24/2026
Ask Our Engineers: Can Composites Replace Metal in High-Impact Environments? It’s a question we hear often: if a part needs to survive impact, shouldn’t…
From the Field
From the Field: Custom Molded Energy Components for Harsh Environments Energy environments test everything. Downhole pressures exceeding 10,000 PSI. Temperatures pushing past 300°F. Continuous…
News
What’s Next in Composite Additive Manufacturing? Composite additive manufacturing is moving quickly. What started as a prototyping tool is now earning serious consideration in…
