Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Industrial Printing Solutions
Established over four decades ago, Padtec has become the UK's foremost manufacturer of silicone rubber printing pads, bespoke clich plates, and Marabu inks for pad printing machines. Our in-house production team combines extensive technical knowledge with a commitment to innovation, delivering tailored solutions for diverse printing requirements. With a stock of over 2,000 moulds, we offer expert guidance on selecting the optimal pad shape, firmness, and material properties, including antistatic options, to match specific printing applications.Our expertise extends to supplying complementary products such as jigs, fixtures, and advanced laser marking systems, ensuring comprehensive support for industries ranging from medical device manufacturing to automotive production. This enduring focus on quality and customer-centric service has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner across Europe.
Services
Silicone Printing Pads
Clich Plates
Pad Printing Ink
Jigs and Fixtures
Laser Marking
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in pad printing technology
- Our in-house team offers bespoke design and material selection
- We maintain 2,000+ specialised printing pad moulds in stock
- Our experts match rubber properties to specific application needs
- We supply complete printing systems including jigs and fixtures
Services
Silicone Printing Pads
Custom-manufactured silicone rubber pads enable precise image transfer in pad printing applications. Our pads accommodate complex geometries and uneven surfaces across medical devices, automotive components, and electronics. With over 2,000 moulds available, we provide tailored solutions considering material properties, firmness, and application-specific requirements to ensure optimal print quality and durability.
Clich Plates
Bespoke steel etched clich plates form the foundation of high-quality pad printing. We produce precision plates that maintain image integrity during ink transfer processes. Our manufacturing ensures consistent performance with Marabu inks and compatible pad materials, supporting both simple part marking and intricate decorative printing applications across industrial sectors.
Pad Printing Ink
Specialist Marabu ink formulations guarantee reliable performance in pad printing operations. Our Tampatex TPX ink system offers rapid application for textile manufacturers, while other formulations address specific substrate requirements. We provide technical guidance to match ink properties with printing pads and materials, ensuring permanent, high-visibility markings on medical devices, electronics, and industrial components.
Laser Marking
WeLase handheld laser marking solutions deliver permanent identification on diverse materials. This portable system creates traceable marks on medical instruments, automotive parts, and industrial components without consumables. The compact design enables on-site marking of fixed installations, offering an alternative to traditional pad printing for certain applications requiring durable, high-precision identification.
Jigs and Fixtures
Custom-designed jigs and fixtures optimise pad printing accuracy and repeatability. We develop support systems that secure workpieces during printing operations, maintaining consistent pressure and alignment. These tools enhance productivity in high-volume production environments across medical device manufacturing, automotive component marking, and electronics assembly applications.
Questions
What industries does Padtec serve?
We supply precision printing solutions to medical device manufacturers, automotive component producers, electronics assembly operations, and packaging industries across Europe.
Can you create custom printing pads?
Yes, our in-house team designs bespoke silicone pads using over 2,000 moulds, considering material properties and application requirements to meet specific printing challenges.
What printing inks do you recommend?
We specialise in Marabu inks, including Tampatex TPX for textile applications. Our experts help match ink formulations to substrates and printing conditions for optimal results.
Do you offer laser marking solutions?
Yes, we distribute WeLase handheld laser systems for permanent marking on metals and plastics, ideal for medical instruments and industrial components requiring traceability.
How do you ensure print quality?
We combine material science expertise with precision manufacturing, offering technical support to optimise pad selection, ink compatibility, and printing parameters for consistent, high-quality results.
