Experienced professional to save full-service thermoformer time and money with data-centric capabilities. WESTMINSTER, Calif – Tru-Form Plastics, an InterTrade Industries Company, recently added Jaysen Rodriguez as a Business Analyst/Project Estimator at the company’s Southern California headquarters, where he will leverage his analytical skills to increase efficiencies...
Seasoned professional to boost efficiencies, profits, and morale at Southern California thermoformer. WESTMINSTER, Calif.– Tru-Form Plastics, an InterTrade Industries Company, has named Lorena Trinidad as HR/Accounting Administrator at the full-service custom thermoformer’s headquarters in Southern California, where she will assist with human resources tasks such as...
Solution-centered leader to enhance manufacturing capabilities of full-service thermoformer. WESTMINSTER, Calif. – Full-service custom thermoformer Tru-Form Plastics, an InterTrade Industries Company, recently named Edgar Rodriguez as Production Supervisor at its Southern California headquarters, which offers extensive design, production, assembly, and distribution services. Rodriguez is a seasoned...
When it comes to manufacturing, time to market is critical, especially when it comes to specific circumstances, such as: Prototype development Initial production runsSeasonal spikes in demand By getting your products made, assembled and shipped faster, you’ll improve customer responsiveness and stay ahead of the competition....
A successful part starts with a good tool. There are many different tool designs and material selections available for various applications. Here are some of the most common tool types thermoformers utilize. Composite Molds: Depending on the length of the production run, and especially for prototyping, an engineered composite mold...
The shape of parts varies widely depending on the application, and often include corners. And while you may think you need to avoid sharp corners to prevent weakness, thermoforming techniques exist to address this concern so your final part turns out perfect. Since designers often use sharp corners for their...
Producing a successful part with thermoforming starts with the construction of an excellent tool. To kick off a tool’s design, your thermoformer should seek to understand the part’s end-use parameters. In addition to basics like volume, other important elements to consider include environmental stressors such as chemicals, impact, and...
A thermoformer’s engineering team can provide a range of advice and technical support to create solutions that meet your needs and those of the marketplace. One of the most important stages where the engineering team’s involvement can be vital is quality assurance. With their guidance, some activities a QA...
When developing solutions, manufacturers should team with their thermoformer on technologies and best practices to meet cost, time, and performance criteria. Here are some key points for collaboration: Engineering: The thermoformer should analyze your product’s function, brand attributes, user perceptions, and strategic plan to develop a list of parameters.Budget: Be sure...
Depending on the thermoformer, a company can gain access to much more than just design and production capabilities. Some thermoforming manufacturers offer a complete array of secondary services for one-stop-shop convenience, such as custom packing and shipping, all under one roof. If you’re looking for a thermoforming partner, here are some...