Principles of Thermoforming

Provided by: Tooling U - SME

This class describes the thermoforming process and explains the different variations of thermoforming, including pressure forming and vacuum forming.


Course Objectives:

  • Describe thermoforming
  • Describe the pros and cons of thermoforming
  • Describe types of plastics used for thermoforming
  • Describe the heating stage for thermoforming
  • Describe the cooling stage for thermoforming
  • Describe the finishing stage for thermoforming
  • Describe the machines used for thermoforming
  • Describe the molds used for thermoforming
  • Define draw ratio
  • List the types of thermoforming
  • Describe the characteristics of pressure forming
  • Describe the characteristics of vacuum forming
  • Distinguish between variations of thermoforming
  • List less common types of thermoforming.


Recommended Background

  • Recommended for Manufacturing / Material Engineers.

Course ID

TU088

Skill Focus

Beginner

Instructor(s)

Tooling U - SME

Employee Type

New Applicants, 1st level supervisors

Method of Delivery

Online

Estimated Effort

2 hrs

Cost

Contact for Price


Contact ToolingU for Course Program Details.