Formech

//Perfectly formed.

Formech vacuum formers are thermoforming machines that heat a plastic sheet to a desired temperature and mold it to a three-dimensional shape by applying vacuum between the plastic sheet and the mold. Formech systems are great for producing products such as packaging prototypes (blister or clamshell), panels or enclosures, manufacturing kitting trays, nests, protective packaging, and other tooling. This process is ideal for low to medium production volumes and is particularly advantageous economically for larger components.

A great option for creating low cost prototyping or low volume molds to use with your Formech vacuum former is 3D printing. Specifically, Stratasys FDM 3D printing technology allows users to create “purposeful porosity” in the tool in order to allow the vacuum to pull uniformly over the entire surface of the mold. Most low temp or thin gauge materials like PET or Polystyrene can be formed using standard and engineering grade FDM materials. Even high temp and heavy gauge materials like Kydex or TPO can be formed using high performance FDM materials with your Formech system.

Office/Lab Friendly

Formech thermoforming machines conveniently function in an office or lab setting with their small footprints, user-friendly touch screen controls and programmable presets.

Designed for 3D Printed Tooling

One of the traditional limitations to vacuum forming is access to tooling. Direct access to 3D printing eliminates this barrier, making vacuum forming a great way to expand internal capabilities for for package design or manufacturing applications.

Expands 3D Printing Use Cases

3D printing brings new possibilities for creativity and versatility in tool design with cost effective and easy replication when used in conjunction with vacuum forming. Create a complete, finished component without design constraints and requirement for trimming.