Vacuum forming is a plastic forming process that can be used to manufacture a wide range of parts & products. Although a well-established plastic forming technique, it continues to develop today with increasingly sophisticated tech & software, clever design & concepts and more substrates all influencing the range of vacuum formed applications.
Let’s take a look at some vacuum formed applications.
Agricultural / Gardening Sector: seed trays, flower tubs and containers, machine parts, lawnmower enclosures and covers
Automotive Sector: hub covers, storage racks and boxes; parts and components for 4 wheel drive and all-terrain vehicles; door Interiors, wind and rain deflectors; battery and electronic housing; windscreens and windows.
Building and Construction Sector: Drainpipes and fittings, moulded features for ceilings, fireplaces, etc.
Boats and Yachting Sector: boat hulls, covers and hatches; electrical covers & dashboards
Electronics: equipment enclosures and boxes; component trays
Film & Media Industry: animated models; logos and signage; props for films and tv
Healthcare: masks, prosthetics, cribs, dental castings, medical devices & implants
Home & Furniture: chair and seat backs, trays, storage items, plate and bowl racks, tables, stationery items.
IT: computer screen surrounds and screen protectors; keyboard covers; equipment covers
Machinery Manufacturers: guards and electrical enclosures.
Retail: Point of Sale retail display, Point of Purchase; merchandiser parts and components; food standards approved trays and containers
Product Development: Rapid prototyping and pre-production for testing and market research; small volume runs.
Signmaking: vacuum formed signs, fascias and lettering
Traffic Management: vacuum formed for parts for traffic lights and traffic management systems; enclosures and casing
The ability to manufacture any of the above will depend on the machine used as well as material used. Plastic forming can be achieved with a range of substrates. Always talk to a reputable plastic forming specialist to decide the feasibility of any project and for advice on suitable materials etc.
Read more on who uses vacuum forming for their parts, components and products.
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