Understanding impact modification – Thick Gauge Work

In vacuum forming and thermoforming, impact modification is one of the variables that decides whether a part comes off the machine within tolerance or has to be reworked. This entry explains

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Validate shrinkage allowance – Method and Checks – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to validate shrinkage allowance on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before

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Bubbles in formed sheet: Definition and How It Works – Large Housings

In vacuum forming and thermoforming, bubbles in formed sheet is one of the variables that decides whether a part comes off the machine within tolerance or has to be reworked. This entry expl

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Troubleshoot scrap rate: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to troubleshoot scrap rate on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before tooli

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Choosing Between painted finish and textured sheet

painted finish and textured sheet are both used on the same kind of plastic parts, and the choice between them changes tooling cost, lead time and the properties of the finished part. The co

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Maintain lead time – Method and Checks – Short Runs

This guide covers how to maintain lead time on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before tooling is

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How to reduce lead time Before Tooling Starts – Painted Parts

This guide covers how to reduce lead time on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before tooling is c

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How to Plan draw ratio in Vacuum Forming – Thick Gauge Work

This guide covers how to plan draw ratio on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before tooling is cu

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How to Trim scrap rate in Vacuum Forming – Short Runs

This guide covers how to trim scrap rate on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before tooling is cu

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Maintain shrinkage allowance the Right Way – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to maintain shrinkage allowance on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before

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When vacuum forming Beats sheet metal fabrication, and When It Does Not

vacuum forming and sheet metal fabrication are both used on the same kind of plastic parts, and the choice between them changes tooling cost, lead time and the properties of the finished par

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Control part nesting the Right Way

This guide covers how to control part nesting on a vacuum formed part: what the designer has to decide, what the mould maker needs to know, and the checks that catch problems before tooling

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