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Match-Metal Trimming: Precision for In-Line Thin Gauge Thermoforming
Thermoforming doesn’t stop at forming. For many projects, precision trimming is what transforms a formed sheet into a usable, functional part. At Tru-Form Plastics, our horizontal trim press with canopy takes thin gauge thermoforming to the next level. Integrated directly with our in-line thermoforming process, the press uses match-metal tooling to trim parts with speed,…
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Advantages of Thermoforming
There are a variety of ways to mold plastics into the many objects we use in our everyday lives. Some of these processing techniques include injection molding, blow molding, rotational molding, and thermoforming. At Tru-Form Plastics, we use the thermoforming method for several important reasons. Lower Cost One of the biggest reasons we advocate for…
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We Provide Plastic Bonding and Assembly, Too
The plastic pieces that we manufacture for our clients are usually components of a larger product. It can be a hassle for clients to ship these plastic parts to a second vendor who will perform assembly and bonding services. Rather than spend extra time and money on introducing a second vendor into the equation, why…
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Why Trimming of Plastics Is So Important
When you contract with a manufacturer to make a component part of your product, you will probably spend a good deal of time designing the part and determining the perfect plastic composite to use. Once the design and material are approved, the rest is a piece of cake, right? Actually, you’re over-looking a crucial part…
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What does CNC stand for?
CNC means Computer Numerical Control. This means a computer converts the design produced by Computer Aided Design software (CAD), into numbers. The numbers can be considered to be the coordinates of a graph and they control the movement of the cutter. In this way the computer controls the cutting and shaping of the material HOW…
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CNC Trimming of Thermoformed Parts – Explained
Five-axis CNC trimming produces parts with repeatable, close tolerances. There are several ‘keys’ to achieving consistent and accurately trimmed parts, but first a description of the equipment and trimming process. CNC trimming equipment has been described as a ‘Computer controlled router’. This simplistic description does not do justice to the extensive capabilities of this important…
