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

This guide covers how to trim 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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When flame retardant ABS Beats standard ABS, and When It Does Not – Large Housings

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 shrinkage allowance: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Short 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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Specify draw ratio – Method and Checks – Short Runs

This guide covers how to specify 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 mould venting in Vacuum Forming – Large Housings

This guide covers how to control mould venting 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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Compare draw ratio the Right Way – Thick Gauge Work

This guide covers how to compare 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 Troubleshoot lead time in Vacuum Forming – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to troubleshoot 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 toolin

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How to measure cycle time Before Tooling Starts – Thick Gauge Work

This guide covers how to measure cycle 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 calculate fixture design Before Tooling Starts – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to calculate 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 tool

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Reduce texture depth – Method and Checks – Medical Housings

This guide covers how to reduce texture depth 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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Understanding snap fit design – Food Contact Parts

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

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Validate mould venting – Method and Checks – Outdoor Parts

This guide covers how to validate mould venting 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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