Dordan has been family-owned and operated since 1962, and today, the fourth generation is continuing that tradition. Spencer Slavin recently joined Dordan, becoming the newest..
For automated pick-and-place applications, knowing the dimensions of a thermoformed tray isn't enough. The automation needs a repeatable reference that establishes where the..
Planning to attend MD&M Midwest in Minneapolis this October? Dordan Manufacturing is offering a promotional registration code for complimentary expo admission and 20% off..
Customers come to Dordan at different stages of package development. Some have a concept that needs to be designed, while others have an existing package to replicate or specific..
We're excited to share that Packaging Digest published Dordan Manufacturing's latest technical article, "What Determines the Cost of Custom Thermoformed Packaging?"
Dordan participated in the Home of the Sparrow Walk for Hope this weekend, helping raise awareness and support for women and children on their journey from homelessness to..
Dordan hosted its first spring bake off this week, bringing employees together for an afternoon of homemade desserts, friendly competition, and camaraderie. Team members brought..
Not all dunnage tray failures come from poor design—most come from incomplete inputs defined too late in the process. If you’ve already read our breakdown of early design..
Dunnage trays—also referred to as assembly trays, shipping trays, or handling trays—play a critical role in protecting parts, improving efficiency, and supporting automation...
Dordan was proud to participate in Fontana Elementary School’s STEM Week Science Fair, where we introduced students and families to the science behind plastics recycling and..
Dordan is featured in a Plastics Today article and interview filmed at MD&M West! Executive Vice President, Aric Slavin, stands beside his son and Account Executive, Julian,..
Our cleanroom is now in full production with the new machine producing medical trays, blisters, and surgical kits. Constructed in 2018, Dordan's cleanroom is a controlled..
We have completed the installation of our new Kiefel thermoforming machine in our ISO Class 8 cleanroom! Watch the entire process-- from machine staging to full production-- in..
Anaheim, CA | Feb. 3–5 | MD&M West | Booth #1082 At MD&M West, Dordan Manufacturing will debut a new behind-the-scenes video that follows the installation, assembly, and first..
MD&M West is one of the most valuable events of the year for medical device professionals. With comp code INVITE23102, attendees can register for free to the expo and receive 20%..
Dordan Manufacturing is seeking an early-to-mid career Thermoforming Design & Tooling Engineer to support the design and development of thermoformed packaging and associated..
Anaheim, CA -- Feb. 3-5 -- At MD&M West, Dordan Manufacturing will debut a new behind-the-scenes video featuring the installation and assembly of a Kiefel thermoforming machine..
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dordan Debuts New Tooling and Thermoforming Investments for Medical Packaging at MD&M West Anaheim, CA. -- February 3-5, 2026 -- Custom thermoforming company..
As packaging requirements across medical device, industrial, and consumer markets continue to change and intensify, access to clear, concise technical information is needed...
Determining the appropriate level of quality control for thermoforming medical packaging requires an understanding of the procedures and production environment. Below is a report..
There will be many packaging suppliers exhibiting at MD&M Midwest, so we'd like to take this opportunity to provide some technical resources on medical packaging that may help you..
Medical Design & Manufacturing Midwest (MD&M Midwest) begins Oct. 21 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Custom medical thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, will be..
Minneapolis, MN -- Oct. 21-22 -- Custom thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, is exhibiting at MD&M Midwes, the largest medtech trade show and conference in the region...
Dordan is happy to report it got a new water cooling tower! What is a water cooling tower? In thermoforming, heated plastic sheet is shaped over and into an aluminum mold by..
Dordan Manufacturing has been producing custom thermoformed packaging since 1962. As a fourth-generation, family-owned company based in Woodstock, Illinois, we combine decades of..
Dordan Manufacturing has 14 thermoforming lines, including two with robotics for high volume items. These robots strip plastic parts from the web after being thermoformed and die..
A recent feature in Plastics Today explores how production environments, regulatory classifications, and process validations shape the way medical packaging is designed and..
As the Midwest’s leading medtech trade show, MD&M Midwest connects medical device engineers, buyers, and manufacturers with innovations in packaging, automation, materials, and..
Yesterday our team took a break to celebrate the 4th of July with an ice cream social at our facility in Woodstock, Illinois. It was a simple way to enjoy the summer, spend a..
Dordan Manufacturing, a leading ISO 13485:2016 certified medical packaging manufacturer, is proud to announce its participation in MD&M Midwest 2025, taking place October 21-22 at..
Since 1962, Dordan has proudly designed and manufactured custom thermoformed packaging right here in Chicagoland. Family-owned and operated for over 62 years, our business is..
As an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 certified thermoform packaging manufacturer, Dordan is committed to delivering quality, consistency, and compliance—especially for customers..
Dordan Manufacturing recently installed a new prototyping press—the Formech HD 1000c-T—as part of our continued investment in packaging development capabilities. This equipment..
Last week, Dordan Manufacturing had the privilege of hosting two groups of high school students for an immersive tour of our facility as part of the Manufacturing Pathways..
🎥Take a behind-the-scenes look at Dordan Manufacturing’s custom thermoforming capabilities, sound on 🎵!!! This video showcases high-speed production lines forming, trimming, and..
Understanding what drives the cost of custom thermoformed medical packaging is essential when evaluating suppliers. While every project Dordan manufactures is custom—meaning..
We believe that investing in our community is important. That’s why we were honored once again to participate in Woodstock High School’s INCubator Pitch Night — an entrepreneurial..
At Dordan Manufacturing, we believe that family is at the heart of everything we do. As a 4th generation family-owned custom thermoforming company, our commitment to quality..
Medical packaging is often made from high-quality, recyclable materials—yet much of it ends up in the trash. While all packaging is technically recyclable, most packaging is not..
Want to see what makes Dordan different? Watch 'About Dordan' for an inside look at our fourth-generation, family-owned thermoform packaging company. From our roots in Chicago, to..
The cost of custom thermoformed packaging depends on your project’s unique needs, but some key factors influence every quote. These include the type and thickness of the material,..
We’re excited to invite you to attend the upcoming MD&M West conference and Expo in Anaheim, CA, and thrilled to offer you complimentary registration with our special exhibitor..
PRESS RELEASE For immediate release Anaheim, CA, Feb. 4th-6th – Dordan Manufacturing, a leading designer and manufacturer of thermoformed medical packaging solutions, is excited..
In 2010, Dordan began pursing sustainable materials for plastic packaging. Many materials were being introduced to the market that tried to reduce plastic waste and its carbon..
Premier plastics industry publication, Plastics News, reports on Dordan welcoming the 4th generation to its ranks. Dordan is a 62-year-old and family-owned thermoforming company..
Dordan is located in Woodstock, IL., where it designs packaging, makes tooling, and manufactures thermoformed packaging for the medical, automotive, electronics, and consumer..
Medical design and manufacturing conference and expo, MD&M West, turns 40 this year. To celebrate, they are profiling companies that celebrated meaningful anniversaries and had..
Dordan is exhibiting at MD&M West in Anaheim, CA., Feb. 4th-6th. MD&M West is the premier medical device and manufacturing conference and expo that brings together thought leaders..
Dordan has been awarded the cover story of the January edition of Eco-Plastics in Packaging Magazine! This publication provides essential news and insights to those in the..
As the year comes to a close, we’re reviewing Dordan's most popular content to see what our customers cared about in 2024. Here's a look at the highlights of what resonated this..
Happy Holidays from Dordan Manufacturing! Much merriment was had at Dordan's Holiday Party this week. Check out the photos below! Thank you to our employees, customers, suppliers,..
When developing thermoformed assembly trays, a detailed understanding of the robotic platforms that will be handling the trays must be ascertained. These include specifics on the..
Dordan had a successful show at MD&M in Minneapolis; thank you to those who visited! The custom thermoformer shared its expertise in packaging design and manufacturing,..
MD&M Minneapolis begins Wednesday, October 16th, bringing togethers innovators from across the med tech supply chain to discuss the trends, challenges, and opportunities facing..
Dordan is a full service medical thermoforming company with in house packaging design, tooling, and ISO Class 8 Cleanroom manufacturing. This integration between engineering and..
MN, Minneapolis—Oct. 16-17th, 2024—Medical packaging thermoforming company Dordan Manufacturing to distribute technical medical packaging briefs at Medical Design and..
As a custom thermoformer, all pricing is based on specific project requirements. However, there are shared pricing indicators in all thermoformed packaging quotes. These include..
Dordan is a custom thermoformer of medical packaging, so all pricing is based on specific project requirements. However, there are shared pricing indicators implicit in all..
Dordan is featured in Plastics Today's article on developments in thermoforming, which compares the cost, trends, and applications of heavy-gauge forming, injection and blow..
Dordan is in Minneapolis at MD&M, a part of Advanced Manufacturing. In addition to displaying its thermoformed medical packaging, Dordan's booth is staffed by veterans in the..
Minneapolis, MN, Oct. 10-11th, 2023-- Dordan Manufacturing, a designer and manufacturer of medical packaging like device and catheter trays, surgical/procedural kits,..
Dordan is a full service thermoform packaging supplier of clamshells, blisters and trays with in house design, tooling, thermoforming, and cleanroom manufacturing of medical..
Thermoformed medical packaging is made by using pressure and vacuum to push malleable plastic into a CNC machined aluminum tool. While the design of the package is critical, the..
Thermoformed medical packaging, like medical device trays, blisters, kits, and assembly trays, can be manufactured in a cleanroom or standard production facility. The main..
Dordan Manufacturing is profiled alongside other manufacturers in a promo video from the Mchenry County Economic Development Corporation. The MCEDC works to position the county,..
Dordan Manufacturing is a full service packaging designer and manufacture of thermoformed packaging solutions like clamshells, dunnage trays, and medical packaging. We have in..
Medical device trays and blisters protect and keep clean medical devices. When sealed to Tyvek lidding and sterilized, thermoformed medical packaging maintains the safety and..
Thermoformed dunnage trays protect, secure, and orient products during automated or manual part assembly, shipping, and storage. While each plastic dunnage tray is custom..
The function of medical packaging is to maintain the safety and efficacy of medical devices and can come in many forms. The two most popular are thermoformed trays with Tyvek..
Register to attend Medical Design and Manufacturing (MD&M) in Anaheim, CA, Feb. 7-9th for free with Dordan's exhibitor complimentary registration code. To register, click here,..
Anaheim, CA, February 7-9th—Dordan Manufacturing, a medical packaging designer and manufacturer, to educate MD&M West attendees on what to know when developing thermoformed..
Dordan Manufacturing has been nominated for the McHenry County Economic Development Corporation's (MCEDC) Business Champion Awards! The MCEDC is a private/public partnership that..
Dordan Manufacturing, a custom thermoformer of packaging, gears up this week as its 60th anniversary fast approaches. Daily games reward winners with tokens of the company's..
Dordan Manufacturing is based in Woodstock, IL. Local newspaper, the Woodstock Independent, published an article that highlights the custom thermoformer's progression over the..
Dordan has been designing custom thermoformed packaging since 1962, manufacturing packaging for electronics, automotive, medical, and consumer products. Over the last 60 years,..
Woodstock, IL—October 19th, 2022—Family-owned plastics thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, celebrates 60 years of business as a packaging designer and manufacturer.
Thermoform tooling is the metal tool (and other machined components) that forms heated plastic into clamshells, blisters, and trays. ‘Stock’ tooling means that the tool has..
Woodstock, IL-- 60-year old custom thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, hires a new packaging engineer, quality control inspector, and account executive to meet the..
Plastics thermoforming seems rather straight-forward: You take heated plastic sheet, push it into and pull it over a CNC-machined tool, and then die cut the formed part from the..
When determining the appropriate material thickness for thermoformed packaging, one needs to consider the trade offs between performance and cost. Typically, the thicker the..
It is easier to build a house from scratch then renovate an existing model. By understanding four fundamentals of the thermoforming process, packaging can be designed with a..
Dordan is a custom packaging thermoformer, so all pricing is based on specific project requirements. That being said, there are shared pricing indicators implicit in all medical..
I sat down with the Manufacturing Alliance Podcast creator and producer, Tony Demakis, to discuss sustainable packaging in an hour-long podcast that aired last month. Topics..
Every year, I put together a 'best of' list that recognizes the content which was most interesting to our followers. Scored by opens, views, clicks, and more, below is Dordan's..
Plastics in Packaging magazine published my new article on the history of thermoform tooling in its 20th Anniversary Special Supplement. This supplement is not available online..
All engineers understand that designing a package is one thing, and manufacturing it is another. By enlisting a thermoformer that has in house packaging engineers, product..
On Tuesday, August 30th, Dordan joined four other women-owned or operated manufacturing companies at a round table discussion with Congress Representative, Lauren Underwood, and..
The super tall guy to my left is Julian, my NEPHEW. This picture was taken at MDM in CA a few weeks back. He just moved into sales after working in QC, prior to which, he spent a..
Easily digest our whole website with these bite-sized servings. The tasting menu includes: →Company history, 1962-present →Package design/engineering, tooling, and thermoforming..
MDM West (Anaheim, CA, Aug. 10-12) is the premier medical device design and manufacturing event, bringing together leaders in medtech, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain,..
Anaheim, CA, August 10-12th —Dordan Manufacturing, a custom designer and manufacturer of thermoformed medical packaging, to giveaway medtech-themed, temporary tattoos at MDM West,..
Woodstock's Chamber of Commerce's celebrated its city's retailers, manufacturers, leaders, volunteers, non-profits and more at its Annual Awards Gala at the Woodstock Opera House..
COVID halted business travel, including trade shows and conventions. Dordan has not exhibited since 2019, but looks forward to showing off its new medical packaging at MD&M West..
My long-time sustainability friend and champion, Sean Sabre, compiled a list of the most influential women in supply chains in appreciation of International Women's Day. I was..
Watch this video for an introductory discussion of sterile medical packaging types, supply chain scenarios, quality considerations, and pricing structures. Video script pasted..
The face shield that Dordan fashioned for Woodstock Willie in preparation of Groundhogs Day was featured in Plastics News, alongside other plastics manufacturers that are helping..
Here's some pop culture trivia for you: Dordan's Woodstock, IL, is the 'Punxsutawney' of Bill Murray's 1993 classic, Groundhog Day. Every year, Woodstock celebrates this legacy by..
Dordan has celebrated nearly 60 years of Christmas together. This year, we want to celebrate the blessings of the last ten, to offer hope and inspiration for the next decade. In..
Medical Plastics News Magazine published my new article on how hospitals can save money, while working towards a circular economy, by recycling medical tray packaging.
Learn how clamshell packaging became recyclable in this new video. All packaging can be recycled; it just requires work, time, investment, and collaboration. Make your packaging..
Check out my new video on plastics ocean pollution to learn where it comes from and why so we can stop the spread. Transcript with corresponding references and citations below.
There are two standard formats for medical packaging, pouches and thermoformed trays. Thermoformed trays offer product protection and orientation, workflow organization (if a..
Dordan thermoformed ALGIX's algae plastic in 2010, as part of its sustainable plastics research. The material was comprised of 15% algae, 85% PP. The algae acted as a filler,..
COVID-19 presents many challenges to communities and businesses. Lack of PPE for healthcare workers became one, of many, problems facing America. Upon discovery of these..
McHenry Country web series, Stronger Together, interviews governmental leaders, business owners, community champions and more about life during COVID-19. In sharing these stories..
The first half-of-a-million face shields that Dordan produced were for hospitals. During that time, we were contacted by many small businesses and manufacturers that did not need..
Real Woodstock is a public relations campaign that works to generate interest in Woodstock, IL, to encourage tourism and commerce. Few know all that Woodstock has to offer and why..
Dordan Manufacturing is donating disposable plastic face shields with an adjustable plastic headband strap and foam forehead strip. Face shields act as splash guards, reducing..
Local newspaper, The Woodstock Independent, reports on Dordan's efforts to manufacture plastic face shields for healthcare workers fighting against the spread of COVID-19.
Chicago, IL --March 30, 2020-- Custom thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, to manufacture plastic face shields for healthcare personnel nationwide to help combat the..
With the completion of its in house ISO Class 8 cleanroom, custom thermoformer Dordan Manufacturing is offering medical packaging solutions. Dordan has been designing and..
Bill Murray's 1993 Groundhog Day was filmed in Woodstock, IL, which is where Dordan Manufacturing is located. Woodstock has long prided itself on being the setting of..
Anaheim, CA—February 11-13, 2020—Dordan Manufacturing, a custom thermoform packaging designer and manufacturer, brings its expertise on sustainable packaging to MD&M West..
While Dordan has made significant investment this year to provide continuous process improvements, 60-years of business has taught us that it is not just the infrastructure of a..
As 2019 draws to a close, we'd like to take this opportunity to reflect on all that has happened at Dordan this year. Below are Dordan's 12 most notable developments in the last..
Minneapolis, MN—October 23, 2019—Custom thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, to debut its ISO Class 8 Cleanroom for producing medical packaging in an exclusive video at..
My understanding of climate change is always evolving. While fundamental changes in agriculture, transportation, energy, and consumer behavior are necessary to reduce the..
Berkeley Lab discovers a new plastic that can be recycled an infinite number of times without losing its quality, thereby changing the economics of recycling. Check out my new..
60-year old custom thermoforming company, Dordan Manufacturing, is now offering cleanroom-produced, medical packaging solutions, like device tray packaging and procedural and..
Dordan is based in Woodstock, IL-- the setting for Bill Murray's Groundhog Day; a cultural oasis for artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs alike, 50-miles outside Chicago. The..
For many small and medium sized manufacturers, the principles of the Fourth Industrial Revolution are abstract. Terms like interconnectivity, IoTT, customization, flexible..
Dordan Manufacturing has been designing custom thermoformed packaging since 1962. In that time, we have developed a proprietary process for developing thermoform designs...
Packaging Digest's new article, "Nike's new Green Lobster shoe box tests thermoforming limits," narrates the challenges that Dordan overcame in the design and manufacture of..
Thank you for your interest in Dordan Manufacturing, a custom thermoformer since 1962. Each year our digital footprint grows: Our blog, viewed by just a few-hundred people in 2009..
What follows is the first post in my new series on medical device design and manufacturing; this content is the result of attendance at MD&M Minneapolis (Oct 31-Nov 1).
November 13, 2018—Woodstock, IL—Dordan Manufacturing, a full-service custom thermoform designer and manufacturer, proceeds with building an onsite and fully enclosed hardwall..
My family company, Dordan Manufacturing, has been designing and thermoforming plastic packaging and product solutions for almost 60 years. Our core capabilities, which we have..
After years of controlled pricing in the PET/RPET resin and sheet market, recent upsets to the global supply chain have resulted in substantial price increases. Dordan..
Chicago, IL, Oct. 14-17—Dordan Manufacturing, a custom thermoformer of plastic packaging and product solutions like dunnage/WIP trays, functional components, and insert trays,..
"Bio-based," "biodegradable," "compostable," "recyclable," "recycled"; what do these terms actually mean? Educate yourself with Dordan's Sustainable Packaging Summary. Part 1:..
June 2018—Woodstock, IL—Dordan Manufacturing, a custom thermoformer of plastic clamshells, blisters, trays, and components, unveils a new website Monday that offers simplicity,..
Learn how reusable packaging platform Cleanyst intends to revolutionize the health and cleaning products industries in my new article for Packaging Digest. Titled "Cleanyst: The..
Check out my latest article for Packaging Digest, "Regenerative Packaging Puts the Cherry on Top of Sustainability"; this describes the concept of regenerative products, which..
Woodstock, IL—March 2018—Dordan Manufacturing, a custom thermoformer of plastic packaging, is ISO 9001:2015 certified for the design, manufacture, and distribution of thermoformed..
Dordan was featured in the Real Woodstock, a campaign dedicated to promoting Woodstock, IL, as the ideal place to visit, relocate, live, and start a business.
Check out my new article for Packaging Digest on Litterati, a crowdsource clean-up model, titled, "How Brands can Capitalize on Cleaning the Planet." Litterati Founder & CEO Jeff..
Dordan is a full-service thermoform designer and manufacturer of custom packaging solutions like plastic clamshells, blisters, insert trays, dunnage trays, and medical packaging...
The last few years I have had the pleasure of attending sustainable packaging conference SustPack as a writer and reporter for Packaging Digest. This year, SustPack has evolved..
As we approach 2018, it's time to look back on our most popular content of 2017, as demonstrated through views, clicks, likes, shares, and downloads. Thank you for your interest..
Dordan has been in Woodstock, IL, since the early 90s, but just became aware of it's Christmas Clearing House this year. Produced by the Woodstock Rotary Club, Christmas Clearing..
Check out my new article for Packaging Digest, "How to expand recycling of PET thermoform packaging in Europe" for an update on thermoform recycling in the EU. It begins,
Dordan is a full-service thermoform designer and manufacturer. Because we have complete control over the design and production of thermoformed packaging, our approach to package..
Woodstock, IL—October 25th, 2017—Custom thermoforming company Dordan Manufacturing, of Woodstock, IL, celebrates its 55th anniversary with the implementation of robotics, marking..
International PACK EXPO descended upon Las Vegas last week, where attendee interaction, virtual reality, and automation trended on the show floor. It's hard to think about my time..
Woodstock, IL—October 3rd, 2017—Custom thermoforming company Dordan Manufacturing, in celebration of its 55th anniversary October 25th, hosts a tour with representatives from the..
Hello, world! I interviewed SUSTPACK17 keynote speaker Adam Montandon for an article I am writing on the presenter for Packaging Digest. He is a man of many trades, but his byline..
Dordan Manufacturing to Attend SUSTPACK17 as Reporter for Packaging Digest Dordan is an engineering-centric designer and manufacturer of custom thermoformed product and packaging..
