Custom Compounding Solutions with Dearing Plastics & Partners

Since its formation in 1986, Dearing Plastics has become a recognised leader in plastic mouldings manufacture, building an impressive reputation for quality, reliability, and technical expertise. As a long-standing partner of Eclipse, the Hull-based company relies on our colour masterbatch expertise to meet a wide range of manufacturing needs.

With the capability to produce complex components in many materials, Dearing handles both high-volume and small-batch projects with equal precision. Managing Director Andy Dearing explains, “We work closely with our clients to bring bespoke products to market, and colour can play a key role in this.”

Under their own brand, Dearing Plastics also manufactures items such as first aid kit boxes, where colour helps ensure safety and easy identification. Their range of hobby boxes is also in high demand. Here, colour adds more than function — it turns storage into something stylish and appealing.

Thorough, Yet Personal
With more than 27 years of experience in the plastics industry, Andy has high expectations for his masterbatch supplier. He’s been consistently impressed with Eclipse, particularly when it comes to our attention to detail and personal service.

“Eclipse are very thorough, but I still feel the service I receive is truly personal,” Andy says. “They care about getting things right. That’s probably why I have very few colour-related production issues. If I do need help, I just call — they always do their utmost to support me.”

This attention to detail has fostered a strong working partnership. Andy adds, “I only buy masterbatch from Eclipse.”

Collaborative from Start to Finish
Dearing Plastics offers a complete manufacturing service, from design and development to final production. Often, this begins with just an idea or a blank sheet of paper. Other times, it involves improving an existing product.

“We collaborate with our clients to achieve great results,” Andy explains. “I like to think we help people rethink what plastics can do. Colour is key to product differentiation and brand reinforcement — Eclipse always matches my references quickly and precisely.”

A Greener Approach to Colour
Andy has seen many changes in plastic colour technology over the years — especially the shift away from harmful metal-based pigments. He values Eclipse’s forward-thinking, environmentally conscious approach.

“We share a responsibility to the environment, and so do many of our clients,” he says. “Eclipse helps us meet that challenge by providing safer, more sustainable pigments.”

Quick Turnaround, Trusted Partnership
In a fast-paced industry, production delays can be costly. That’s why Dearing Plastics values Eclipse’s quick turnaround times.

Commenting on the long-standing relationship, Eclipse Managing Director James Ruddy says, “Andy and his team know their craft inside out. The fact they choose Eclipse for all their colour needs is a real endorsement. We’re proud to support them in creating standout products with great technical performance and vibrant colour.”

To find out more about Dearing Plastics, visit www.dearingplastics.co.uk