Thermoforming

As an alternative to injection moulding, thermoforming excels due to low tool costs. Particularly with small and medium series this is especially economical. Here is a brief overview of the process:

Process:

• Thermoforming is the process of forming thermoplastic resins.
• A distinction is made between thinner semi-finished products (films) and thicker semi-finished products (sheets, sheet material).
• A thermoform mould is the particular tool which defines the respectively formed shape.

Applications:

• Covers and casings of all kinds
• Undercutting (containers for yogurt, juice, vegetables, isotonic drinks, jam, pudding etc.)
• Bowls (resealable thermo bowls, food delivery, meal trays)
• Double blisters (POS packing, attractive packing, e.g. for sweets, food etc.)
• Twin sheet parts (e.g. for automotive manufacturing, air ducts, housings etc.)

Industries:

• food industry
• beverage industry
• automotive industry
• packaging technology
• mechanical engineering and plant construction industry
• agricultural machinery, construction machinery, commercial vehicles
• advertising industry
• model making