| DESCRIPTION | A sheet of plastic material is heated to pliability, then pressed against a 3D mold by vacuuming out the air between the sheet, and the mold. | A sheet of plastic material is heated to pliability, then pressed against a 3D mold by vacuuming out the air between the sheet and the mold, and applying air pressure above the plastic sheet. |
| KEY ADVANTAGES | - Cost-Effective
- Quicker Tooling
- Ability To Form Very Large Parts
| - Cost-Effective
- Quicker Tooling
- Ability To Form Very Large Parts
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| PERFECT FOR | - Sharper Details
- Allows for Undercuts
- Tighter Tolerances
- Allows for Molded-In Texture
| - Complex Shapes
- Pieces With Vents or Louvers
- Projects With Tighter Tolerances
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| OFTEN USED TO CREATE | - Point-of-Purchase Displays
- Automotive Aftermarket - Interior/Exterior
- Recreational Vehicles
- Pool and Spa
- Equipment Enclosures, Bezels, Housings and Covers
- Dunnage Material Handling Trays & Pallets
- Fitness Equipment
| - Medical Equipment
- Office Equipment
- Vented Equipment Enclosures
- Control Pads
- Scientific Instruments
- Detailed Components
- Control Panels
- Multi-Part Assemblies
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