MERIDIAN LABORATORY CAPABILITIES
Meridian Laboratory provides end-to-end polyurethane molding capabilities, including design consultation, custom polyurethane formulations, precision machining, and in-house mold making. We support rapid prototyping, low and high-volume production, and rigorous support to ensure performance and consistency. Backed by ERP-driven manufacturing and flexible support programs, we deliver reliable products and service built for long-term success.
Engineering & Design
Meridian Laboratory provides application-specific design support to ensure every polyurethane part meets the exact needs of the system it supports. Our team offers expert guidance during initial design phases and can cross-reference and reverse engineer OEM and competitor part numbers to offer direct replacements or improved alternatives for fit, function, and performance.
- Application-specific design consultation
- Competitor & OEM cross-referencing
Research & Development
We partner closely with customers to analyze part designs, understand field challenges or failures, and develop improved solutions using our ML6 polyurethane. Our ability to formulate custom polyurethane blends allows us to tailor material properties such as abrasion resistance, chemical compatibility, and flexibility to suit even the most demanding environments.
- Advanced polyurethane research
- Part failure analysis
- Custom polyurethane blends for specific material properties
Precision Machining
From one-off prototypes to high-volume production, Meridian Laboratory’s precision machining capabilities ensure ML6 polyurethane parts are manufactured to exact tolerances. With both CNC and manual equipment, including automated bar feeders and precision inspection tools that measure features as small as 0.000027”. We deliver exceptional consistency and repeatability, regardless of part complexity or volume.
- CNC and manual machining equipment to support all volumes
- Ability to machine 1-off prototypes
- Automated bar feeders and parts catching for maximum output
- Precision measurement equipment capable of measuring to 0.000027” (0.0006858mm)
Manufacturing & Sourcing
Our in-house manufacturing process is supported by ERP-driven process control, giving full traceability and quality assurance. We offer both low and high-volume production runs, custom laser marking for part identification, and streamlined sourcing to keep lead times short and pricing competitive.
- ERP inventory and manufacturing order tracking
- Lot and batch traceability
- Custom laser marking
- High and low volume production
Mold Making
All molds and tooling for manufacturing ML6 polyurethane components are designed, assembled, and maintained in-house, ensuring tight control over part accuracy, consistency, and turnaround times. By storing and servicing molds in-house, we support both long-term repeat orders and fast iterations on new or evolving part designs.
- In-house manufacturing of molds and toolings
- Serialized tooling for traceability
- Storage and controlled maintenance intervals for all tooling and molds
Prototyping
Meridian Laboratory specializes in prototyping ML6 molded polyurethane parts, enabling engineers to test fit, form, and function early in the development process. With no minimum order quantities, our process supports quick, cost-effective iterations without the delay or expense of full production tooling.
- In-house manufacturing of tooling enables fast development of prototype parts
- Prototypes are production level quality - no compromises or differences
- Ability to mix-match durometers for real world testing
Engineering application support provided for optimized designs
Testing & Validation
Meridian Laboratory can provide First Article Inspection (FAI) and Certificates of Conformance (CoC), to ensure compliance with application and performance standards. We also can subject polyurethane parts to rigorous testing and perform customer-specific validation tests and material compatibility reviews to confirm ML6 polyurethane exceeds functional expectations in real-world conditions.
- First Article Inspection (FAI)
- Certificate of Conformance (CoC)
- Material compatibility testing
- Customer application-specific testing
- Prototyping
Ongoing Support
Beyond manufacturing, Meridian Laboratory provides continued support through flexible delivery options, product stocking programs, and blanket PO agreements. Our team is committed to long-term partnerships, offering technical assistance, custom packaging, and proactive follow-ups to ensure consistent product performance and customer satisfaction.
- Ongoing technical and sales support
- Flexible delivery scheduling
- Custom packaging and labeling
- Product stocking agreements
- Blanket purchase orders
- Post delivery follow-ups
We are here to deliver exceptional quality molded polyurethane and service. Reach out to get your project started!
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