How to avoid first article approval on Thick Gauge Parts – Short Runs

This guide covers how to avoid 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

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How to Specify first article approval in Vacuum Forming – Food Contact Parts

This guide covers how to specify 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 befor

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Specify trim tolerance the Right Way – Large Housings

This guide covers how to specify trim tolerance 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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Flame retardant abs vs Standard abs: Cost, Quality and Lead Time – Thick Gauge Work

flame retardant ABS and standard ABS 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

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Maintain rib layout: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Short Runs

This guide covers how to maintain rib layout 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 i

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How to improve cool down time Before Tooling Starts – Short Runs

This guide covers how to improve cool down 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 toolin

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Maintain corner strength: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Food Contact Parts

This guide covers how to maintain 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 tool

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How to measure draw ratio Before Tooling Starts – 6 mm Sheet

This guide covers how to measure 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 choose scrap rate Before Tooling Starts – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to choose 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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5 axis routing in Thermoforming: Practical Notes – Painted Parts

In vacuum forming and thermoforming, 5 axis routing 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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Gloss measurement: Definition and How It Works – Short Runs

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

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Validate draw ratio – Method and Checks – Thick Gauge Work

This guide covers how to validate 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 i

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