PT ZONE: Thermoforming
Composites Fabricator Chooses Thermoforming for Bus PartAmtech LLC considers itself a composite specialist and engages in thermoset resin transfer molding and vacuum-assist RTM, plus finishing, assembly, and custom packaging from a 220,000 ft² plant in Wapato, Wash. More (+)
‘Back to Basics’ Fuels More Innovation at Thin-Gauge FormerShift from private to capital ownership give Tray-Pak a boost. More (+)
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Sustainability: It Will Change Your Business...If It Hasn't Already
12/28/2011Plastics Technology
Do you have a sustainability officer yet? You might need one. It's probably even more likely that your customers have one, and you will have to pay attention to them if you want to continue to supply them with plastic parts or products.
On Site: Evolution of a One-Stop High-Tech Thermoformer9/30/2011Plastics Technology
A company that started as a toolmaker has evolved into a thermoforming solutions provider
Physically Foamed HIPS Is New Factor in Rigid Packaging7/27/2011Plastics Technology
Relief for escalating costs of packaging materials and an opportunity to address sustainability goals are two factors that have helped attract global attention to a new physical foaming technology for HIPS packaging.
'Green'...And Microwaveable Too7/27/2011Plastics Technology
New technology from Teknor Apex Co., Pawtucket, R.I., eliminates a property tradeoff that could allow polylactic acid (PLA) to supplant polystyrene and polypropylene for microwavable frozen-food trays, lids for hot beverage cups, and carry-out containers.
Optimize Plug Shape for Thermoforming6/27/2011Plastics Technology
Software will adjust the shape to provide more uniform material thickness in the formed part
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OVERVIEW:
Thermoforming
In this process, plastic sheet is heated to a pliable forming temperature then shaped into a part by a male and female mold with the help of a vacuum. Thermoforming can be categorized into thin- and thick-gauge. The former is for packaging applications such cups, trays, lids and clamshells. Thick-gauge thermoformed parts include refrigerator door liners and truck-bed liners.
» Sheet Extrusion
Gain a basic understanding of sheet extrusion, the materials extruded, structures produced and the best techniques employed in the industry.
Product Announcements
- THERMOFORMING: Roll-Fed Former with 'Low-Scrap' Tooling
- GN Thermoforming Equipment 12/28/2011
- THERMOFORMING: Plug-Assist Tools & Techniques
- CMT Materials Inc. 12/28/2011
- MATERIALS: Nanostructured Acrylic Sheet Bridges Cast & Extruded Properties
- Arkema Inc. 10/31/2011
- ADDITIVES: Additive Masterbatches for Security, Barrier, Durability, Processability & More
- Clariant Additive Masterbatches 6/27/2011
- ADDITIVES: New Nucleator Makes Thermoformed PP Faster, Clearer, Tougher
- Milliken Chemical Div. 5/31/2011
