Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Vacuum Forming",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release CAM trims 5-axis vacuum formed parts from
SolidCAM (CADTECH), which we summarised at the time by saying "Vacuum forming company is now able to use customer generated model files to produce tooling and cutter programs, which has significantly improved project lead times".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Mould surfaces made more durable from
Keronite: "Aluminium is used as a replacement for expensive steel tools using patented chrome-free Keronite technology, improving durability and surface release properties".
In September 2007, we covered the news from Keronite
concerning its Plasma electrolytic oxidation - mould tools
- take a look at Aluminium tools reduce volume moulding costs
which says: "Plasma electrolytic oxidation enables aluminium to be used as a replacement for expensive steel tools by improving the durability and the release properties of the surface".
Take a look also at the news release from Gast, Ultra-quiet rotary vane air compressors,
as well as Wing skin production tooling contract completed from Responsive Engineering,
and Infrared process heaters save 25% on energy from Victory Lighting UK.
See also:
Costs reducing robot handles poppadums
(November 2006)
An installed robotic system that can pick up a poppadum without breaking it is significantly reducing labour costs over three shifts and increases production capacity
New Film Minimises Vacuum Forming Pack Waste
(October 2006)
Borealis has launched Borform, a polyolefin for film-based vacuum forming packaging
The ultimate challenge for robotic pick and place
(October 2006)
COULD a robot pick up a poppadum without breaking it? What's more could it pick up four in succession and put them down together?
Lightweight foam resists higher temperatures
(September 2006)
A low density, closed cell, cross-linked polyamide foam is claimed to provide an unmatched combination of high temperature performance and resistance to hydrocarbons
Lightweight foam resists hydrocarbons
(July 2006)
A lightweight foam based on polyamide-6 (Nylon 6) is claimed to provide an unmatched combination of high temperature performance and resistance to hydrocarbons
A World first from Zotefoams
(July 2006)
Zotefoams claims to have achieved another important 'World First' with the commercial introduction of a lightweight foam based on polyamide-6 (Nylon 6)
Reverse engineering of vacuum forming tools
(May 2006)
Old vacuum forming tools can be reproduced using metal filled resins at a lower cost compared to making a new tool, and so allow more parts to be made in less time
Sourcing moulded plastics parts in China
(May 2006)
The key to successfully manufacturing plastics injection mouldings in China, and to enjoy the massive cost savings available, is to source the right manufacturing plant at the first time of asking
Plastics turned parts cost-estimated in minutes
(April 2006)
Sub-contractor machinist has installed a production system that produced customer quotations for over 50 components in under 1h, with a well presented quote letter delivered by fax
Corrugated conductive packaging is static-safe
(January 2006)
Corrugated conductive plastics materials - proof against static electricity - is used to produce low cost static safe storage solutions tailored to fit customers requirements
Evaporative air units cool down plastics factory
(November 2005)
A constant flow of naturally cooled air at Asset Demo's factory in Earl Shilton near Leicester has reduced summer temperatures from a sweltering 30 deg C plus to a comfortable 22 deg C
Achieve optimum results from film insert moulding
(November 2005)
By comparison with traditional methods of product decoration, such as spray painting, laser etching and applique, the FIM process offers excellent benefits to manufacturers says Peter Warwick
New Foams from Zotefoams
(September 2005)
Zotefoams' foam technologists have developed two new ranges of heavier density cross-linked block foams, which are to be marketed under the Hizote brand
CNC machining replaces welded fabrications
(September 2005)
A UK manufacturer of aircraft galley insert equipment such as ovens, refrigerators, wine chillers and coffee makers, is CNC machining many components that were previously fabricated
Award winner grows with online service
(May 2005)
L and D Precision Engineering, based in Nottingham, an MOD approved supplier and Rolls-Royce award winning company, aims to drive its business growth through CapacityTrader
Toolmaking capacity filled on a bank holiday
(May 2005)
S and S Plastics, a company based in Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, scans CapacityTrader for potential clients and up loads their spare capacity every day, even on Bank holidays
Plastics moulder moves to true five-axis machining
(January 2004)
Wanting to move from the 'teach and learn' programming approach, changing its CAM software supplier has allowed Durham-based ESP Plastics to move over to true five-axis machining
Evaporative cooling system raises productivity
(December 2003)
Famous toys and games manufacturer has found the answer to cooling its factory by installing the an evaporative cooling system that has drastically improved working conditions and productivity
CNC system was key part of VMC purchase
(November 2003)
With its ease of programming, the Anilam control was a key part of a VMC purchase seen by a plastics processing equipment maker as a 'big jump' from conventional single spindle milling
'Drag And Drop' For Dedicated Control
(November 2003)
The CSPID2 Module is the first to offer the convenience of 'drag and drop' configuration and downloadable PLC drivers in a high density, 32 zone/single node module
News on the Vacuum forming and blow moulding from Toolcraft Plastics (Swindon)
(September 2003)
Toolcraft has invested considerable design effort and manufacturing capacity into vacuum forming and blow moulding to help clients' meet the European Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive
Conductive storage containers moulded to order
(May 2003)
A comprehensive moulding service for fabrication of custom static safe conductive storage solutions complements an extensive range of conductive boxes and bins
Precision spray process to replace vinyl
(May 2003)
High pressure, impinge mix gun and metering and tempering unit sprays an elastomeric coating into molds to form a tough skin that is then backed with flexible foam and eliminates vinyl
Supply In Line Sequencing system devised
(April 2003)
A vital link in the supply of parts and sub-assemblies to lineside at General Motors' European flexi-plant in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire is the sequenced delivery of parts to the lines
Blow moulding and extrusion services offered
(April 2003)
Toolcraft Plastics of Swindon have recently extended their existing toolmaking, injection moulding and vacuum forming facilities with blow moulding and extrusion facilities
Thermoforming sector agrees on machinery code
(March 2003)
Brokered by Faraday Plastics the UK thermoforming sector has agreed a machinery code of practice which is set to boost its health and safety performance
Skilled patternmaker makes the most of CADCAM
(March 2003)
A pattern and toolmaker uses the latest CADCAM technology and traditional high quality patternmaking skills to provide its customers with a faster service at a lower cost
CNC EDM centre frees up skills for toolmaking
(February 2001)
To concentrate on plastics mould toolmaking and prototyping, and free toolmakers from routine machining, Algram has acquired an Ingersoll Center 4000 robotised EDM from Mitsubishi EDM