Advance Thermoforming: Pressure and Twin Sheet Capabilities
Our advanced thermoforming capabilities include both pressure forming and twin sheet forming—two high-performance processes designed for demanding applications.
Pressure Forming:
Pressure forming uses high-pressure air to press heated plastic into detailed molds, producing parts with sharp definition, tight tolerances, and a finish comparable to injection molding. This makes it ideal for visible components like medical housings, control panels, and equipment covers.​
High-Quality Surface Finish - Produces a smooth, professional finish comparable to injection molding—ideal for visible or customer-facing parts.
Sharp Detail and Complex Geometry - Capable of replicating fine textures, crisp edges, and intricate features that vacuum forming cannot achieve.
Tight Tolerances - Offers greater dimensional accuracy, making it suitable for parts that require precise fit and function.
Lower Tooling Costs than Injection Molding - Delivers high-quality results with significantly lower tooling investment, especially beneficial for medium-volume production.
Faster Turnaround Times - Shorter setup and production cycles help reduce lead times and accelerate time-to-market.
Twin-Sheet Thermoforming:
Twin sheet thermoforming involves simultaneously forming and fusing two plastic sheets to create strong, hollow parts with internal structures. This method is perfect for producing lightweight yet rigid components such as enclosures, panels, and structural covers.
Hollow, Structural Parts - Produces strong, lightweight components with internal cavities—ideal for enclosures, panels, and structural applications.
Integrated Features - Allows for molded-in elements like internal channels, mounting points, and insulation pockets, reducing the need for secondary operations.
Material & Color Flexibility - Each sheet can be a different material or color, enabling multi-functional and visually distinct designs.
Improved Insulation - The air gap between the sheets provides natural sound and thermal insulation, enhancing performance in demanding environments.
Reduced Assembly Time - Combines two parts into one seamless structure, minimizing the need for fasteners, adhesives, or post-processing.
Thermoforming Process | Key Benefits | Typical Uses |
|---|---|---|
Pressure Forming | High-quality surface finish, Sharp detail and complex geometry, Tight tolerances | Medical housings, Control panels, Equipment covers |
Vacuum Forming | Cost-effective tooling, Fast turnaround, Suitable for lightweight parts | Packaging, Trays, Panels |
Twin Sheet Forming | Hollow, structural parts, Integrated features, Material & color flexibility | Enclosures, Panels, Structural covers |