THERMOFORMING
Flexible | Scalable | Recyclable
Thermoforming – How we do it
Our thermoforming machine has a maximum moulding envelope of 3m x 2.5m x 1.3m which, for the industry, is exceptionally large.
Drawing on our experience in tool design and manufacturing customers can benefit from large mouldings at volume and at speed.
Alternatively, by utilising multi impression tools, smaller items can also be made at speed, in larger volumes, offering our customers the ultimate flexibility.
How it works
The selected sheet material is placed into the thermoforming machine and held in place above the tool. Heaters are then introduced to the material along with careful temperature monitoring and control so the material achieves the correct level of plasticity.
Once reached fans inflate the material into a “bubble”, the tool is raised and air is sucked from underneath, forming the material around the tool.
Cold air is introduced to effectively freeze the form and the tool is retracted. The then moulded part is removed for trimming and finishing. The whole cycle can complete in around 4 minutes.
Many premium finishes available
The versatility of the materials available for Thermoforming is as pleasing as their aesthetics.
Our fabric effect, for example, is purely ABS but with the outward surface appearance and feel of fabric – perfect for any interior mouldings, cladding, framing or anywhere that needs a tactile finish. Our soft-touch leather effect combines TPU with ABS to give a touch of luxury whilst still remaining recyclable and economical.
Materials can be specified, or our expert team are more than willing to recommend what they believe will best fit your needs.
Gloss White
PMMA Capped ABS
Soft Leather Effect
TPU Capped ABS
Fabric Effect
ABS
Benefits of Thermoforming
✅ Basic tooling requirements
✅ Wide range of functional materials
✅ Premium surface finishes
✅ Flexible, scalable design
✅ Rapid production cycle
✅ Very little wastage & Fully recyclable
✅ High load bearing & Impact resistance
✅ Chemical & Corrosion resistant