Shrinkage allowance – Why It Matters – Short Runs

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

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How to trim first article approval Before Tooling Starts – Short Runs

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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Control colour consistency the Right Way

This guide covers how to control 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 to

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Improve sheet grade: A Practical Thermoforming Guide

This guide covers how to improve 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 i

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How to plan packing method on Thick Gauge Parts – High Volume Runs

This guide covers how to plan 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 i

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Specify first article approval the Right Way – Large Housings

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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How to troubleshoot wall thickness on Thick Gauge Parts – Medical Housings

This guide covers how to troubleshoot 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 t

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Coextruded sheet – Why It Matters

In vacuum forming and thermoforming, coextruded sheet 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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Why post forming shrinkage Happens and How to Stop It – 6 mm Sheet

post forming shrinkage is one of the faults that shows up during sampling on any new thick gauge tool. It is visible on the part, but the cause is usually in the mould, the heating cycle or

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Measure corner strength the Right Way – 6 mm Sheet

This guide covers how to measure 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 tooli

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Control rib layout: A Practical Thermoforming Guide – Medical Housings

This guide covers how to control 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 is

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How to Improve texture depth in Vacuum Forming – Thick Gauge Work

This guide covers how to improve 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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