Trim sheet grade the Right Way

This guide covers how to trim 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 c

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How to control surface finish on Thick Gauge Parts – Painted Parts

This guide covers how to control surface finish 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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How to Validate fixture design in Vacuum Forming – Large Housings

This guide covers how to validate fixture design 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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How to Plan shrinkage allowance in Vacuum Forming

This guide covers how to plan 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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Understanding undercuts in thermoforming – Short Runs

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

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How to Measure lead time in Vacuum Forming – Medical Housings

This guide covers how to measure 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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Post forming shrinkage: Definition and How It Works – Painted Parts

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

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Measure scrap rate: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Short Runs

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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Reduce wall thickness – Method and Checks – High Volume Runs

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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Choosing Between hand trimming and 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 design sheet heating Before Tooling Starts – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to design sheet heating 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 Maintain corner strength in Vacuum Forming – Outdoor 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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