What plug material Means on a Formed Part – High Volume Runs

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

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How to quote sheet grade on Thick Gauge Parts

This guide covers how to quote sheet grade 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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Measure scrap rate – Method and Checks – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to measure 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

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How to design colour consistency Before Tooling Starts – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to design colour consistency 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 too

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Compare part nesting: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Thick Gauge Work

This guide covers how to compare 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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How to design corner strength on Thick Gauge Parts – Large Housings

This guide covers how to design corner strength 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 toolin

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Trim insert placement the Right Way – Medical Housings

This guide covers how to trim insert placement 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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Choose draw ratio – Method and Checks – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to choose 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

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How to Control scrap rate in Vacuum Forming – Short Runs

This guide covers how to control 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

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Sheet clamping Explained for Thick Gauge Buyers

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

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How to reduce packing method on Thick Gauge Parts – Food Contact Parts

This guide covers how to reduce packing method 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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How to plan first article approval Before Tooling Starts – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to plan first article approval 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 t

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