THIS is how Plastic Model Kits are MADE! I spent a day at the UK Airfix Factory!

In November 2022 a press day was held at the UK factory which manufacturers quickbuild and the NEW Supermarine Spitfire in 1/24 scale from @OfficialAirfix . During the visit we were given presentations from Luke (researcher) and Chris (designer) on the various elements that go into creating the designs of the tooling. Join me in this video where I take a look at how plastic model kits are actually manufactured, focusing on the physical creation of the kits through injection moulding and quality control at the Plastech factory in Newhaven. I’d like to extend my thanks to Airfix and Plastech for putting on this event. Other channels in attendance: @MOS6510Models Video here: @plasticalchemist @ModelOfficer @WorldofWayneUK @JenesisDesignsandModelcraft @garys_stuff Additionally, Models for Heroes gave a presentation which I may cover in a future video, but for more information on this charity take a look here: Thanks to Mark from Plastech for showing us around the factory: Let me know in the comments what you thought of this video and if you would like a more in-depth look at the Airfix Research & Development methods. *Background noise is present in this video due to filming taking place in a working factory* You can view the Airfix Supermarine Spitfire as featured in this video using the affiliate link here: Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:48 Research & Design 01:36 Plastech Background 02:47 Tooling Prep 03:21 Injection Moulding 06:38 Quality Control 11:31 Boxes & Packaging 13:21 Packing a kit! 16:04 Conclusion Please consider pledging your support to help keep the channel growing from strength to strength. Find out what’s in-store and how to unlock additional perks here: Join the channel to get access to perks: You can make one-time donations to support the channel via paypal here: If you like what I do, why not buy me a coffee over at Come join the live conversation over at Discord, chat to other modellers in real time! If you want to buy any of the kits i’ve built or recommend - take a look here (it helps support the channel): Subscribe with notifications on to help support the channel! I have a second channel where I like to upload other videos - take a look: Let’s get social! This video is intended for adult scale model enthusiasts. Model Minutes holds no responsibility for any accidents, damage or injury that could occur as a result of attempting to replicate any steps depicted in this video. This video is intended for entertainment only. All information in this video is believed to be correct at the time of editing. Model Minutes holds no responsibility for errors or changes. Unless specifically indicated, all products have been independently purchased. Music used from Epidemic Sound: Voyager X - Ben Elson The Hours - dreem #Airfix #Modelkit #plasticmodels #injectionmoulding