Bixby International

Bixby International Bixby International is a custom thermoplastic sheet extruder and laminator offering one of the broadest polymer and substrate selections in the industry.

Bixby International is a custom thermoplastic sheet extruder and laminator located in the historic seaport city of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Founded more than 135 years ago in Haverhill, Massachusetts as a footwear manufacturer, Bixby has a long, rich history. We pride ourselves on being a company that cares about its people and the surrounding community. One of Bixby’s core values is our strong

Corporate Social Responsibility. We also recognize that excellence is a journey not a destination. We are ISO 9001:2008 certified. This is not just a certification for us, but a dynamic program that we use everyday to improve our quality and customer service. In addition, we have a very successful Continuous Improvement program that relies on the principles of Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen, 5S, Kan-ban, Visual Work Place, etc.).

For over 30 years, Bixby has been developing specialty sheet products for the orthopedic industry.From splints and brace...
08/27/2026

For over 30 years, Bixby has been developing specialty sheet products for the orthopedic industry.

From splints and braces to compression boots and cranial support helmets, our specialty polymers and custom constructions are designed to meet a wide range of performance needs—from soft-touch comfort and clarity to high mechanical strength.

With single- and multi-layer sheets, foam-integrated options, and custom constructions, Bixby delivers materials built for the application.

Great products start with thorough testing.Our application, materials, and analytical testing labs help us characterize,...
08/25/2026

Great products start with thorough testing.

Our application, materials, and analytical testing labs help us characterize, validate, and fine-tune new processes and constructions throughout development. From environmental and thermal testing to tensile strength, abrasion, adhesion, and chemical resistance, our lab capabilities help ensure every solution is built to perform.

Learn more about our lab capabilities: https://hubs.la/Q04sMhhC0

Part 6 is here! Justin Carbone breaks down how Bixby's Tandem Extrusion process creates multi-layer extrusions other sup...
08/24/2026

Part 6 is here! Justin Carbone breaks down how Bixby's Tandem Extrusion process creates multi-layer extrusions other suppliers can't match.

Watch Video 6 now: https://hubs.la/Q04tJQdx0

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Turning concepts into proven solutions starts at the pilot line.At Bixby, our pilot process development lines allow our ...
08/20/2026

Turning concepts into proven solutions starts at the pilot line.

At Bixby, our pilot process development lines allow our team to innovate, test, and develop custom thermoplastic extrusion and lamination solutions before moving to scaled-up production. From cast and tandem extrusion to coextrusion, compounding, and lamination. Our fast iterative approach, with decades of data, is proven to get our clients projects completed faster than the competition by at least 2X.

Let's get started on your custom solution: https://bit.ly/4gt6ODK

From concept to commercialization, Bixby turns innovative ideas into real-world solutions.Our custom development process...
08/18/2026

From concept to commercialization, Bixby turns innovative ideas into real-world solutions.

Our custom development process combines engineering expertise, advanced materials knowledge, pilot-line prototyping, and comprehensive testing to develop tailored thermoplastic extrusion and lamination solutions. Our fast iterative approach, with decades of data, is proven to get our clients projects completed faster than the competition by at least 2X.

Looking for a custom solution? Contact us: https://bit.ly/4fUkCHi

Innovation and reliability are critical in the medical industry. Bixby International develops custom thermoplastic film ...
08/12/2026

Innovation and reliability are critical in the medical industry. Bixby International develops custom thermoplastic film and sheet solutions designed to support a wide range of medical applications, including wound care, protective barriers, and specialty healthcare products. With decades of materials expertise and a focus on precision manufacturing, we help create solutions that meet the demanding needs of medical applications.

From classic footwear components to advanced material solutions, Bixby International has been supporting the footwear in...
08/11/2026

From classic footwear components to advanced material solutions, Bixby International has been supporting the footwear industry for over 150 years. Our team develops custom thermoplastic films, laminates, and extrusion solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of footwear manufacturers—from improved flexibility and durability to lightweight and sustainable material options.

Whether you're developing performance footwear, work boots, or innovative new designs, Bixby’s materials expertise can help bring your vision to life.

Bixby International develops custom thermoplastic film and sheet solutions engineered for demanding dental applications,...
08/10/2026

Bixby International develops custom thermoplastic film and sheet solutions engineered for demanding dental applications, including clear aligners and other specialty products. With in-house materials expertise, rapid prototyping, testing, and scalable manufacturing, we help bring innovative dental solutions from concept to production.

Ready to get started? Let's chat: https://hubs.la/Q04qRryr0

Sustainability is more than a commitment at Bixby International—it's part of how we operate every day. From preventing m...
08/06/2026

Sustainability is more than a commitment at Bixby International—it's part of how we operate every day. From preventing material waste and recycling production scrap to reusing materials in our manufacturing process, we're continuously finding ways to conserve resources and reduce environmental impact. We're also investing in a new 650kW solar panel array with the goal to significantly cut down on energy usage.

Looking for a manufacturing partner that values innovation and sustainability? Let's chat: https://hubs.la/Q04qRrrV0

Sustainability is built into every layer of innovation at Bixby International. With CYCLICARD™️, we've developed a durab...
08/04/2026

Sustainability is built into every layer of innovation at Bixby International. With CYCLICARD™️, we've developed a durable, printable card material made from recycled polyester sourced from industrial and post-consumer materials—helping customers reduce their reliance on virgin plastics while maintaining the performance they expect. It's just one of the many ways Bixby is creating smarter, more sustainable material solutions for the future.

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1 Preble Road
Newburyport, MA
01950

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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