Control part nesting the Right Way – Short Runs

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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Threaded inserts – Why It Matters – 6 mm Sheet

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

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Control draft angle: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Short Runs

This guide covers how to control draft angle 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 Quote colour consistency in Vacuum Forming – Short Runs

This guide covers how to quote 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 tool

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Hand trimming vs Cnc trimming: Cost, Quality and Lead Time

hand trimming and CNC trimming 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 compa

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How to compare lead time Before Tooling Starts – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to compare 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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Trim shrinkage allowance – Method and Checks – Medical Housings

This guide covers how to trim 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 tool

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Quote insert placement – Method and Checks – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to quote 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 toolin

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Understanding draft angle – Thick Gauge Work

In vacuum forming and thermoforming, draft angle 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 it

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Hand trimming Compared with CNC trimming – Thick Gauge Work

hand trimming and CNC trimming 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 compa

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How to Reduce cool down time in Vacuum Forming – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to reduce 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 tooling

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Reduce wall thickness – Method and Checks – Food Contact Parts

This guide covers how to reduce wall thickness 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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