Welcome To My Thermoforming Blog

Welcome to my blog, dedicated to bringing you closer to the complex world of thermoforming. Here, you’ll find regular blog posts designed to inspire you with new ideas and potentially offer solutions to current challenges you may face.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the various topics covered. While I write from my perspective and knowledge, I understand that some concepts may need further clarification. Your feedback is invaluable, so please don’t hesitate to leave your responses and questions below each blog post.

Together, let’s explore the fascinating intricacies of thermoforming and find the best practices to enhance our processes and outcomes.

Thermoforming Tool
In thermoforming, small details can make a big difference. Cavity numbering is one such detail that can significantly improve your quality control and streamline production. Discover how this simple practice can help you trace and resolve issues more efficiently.
Producing Quality, Not Just Controlling It
In my early years as a plastics technician, quality control was a hands-on process. The person at the machine, who also packed the products, was the quality assurance. These packers often had over 20 years of experience. With every product they handled, they instinctively knew whether it was up to standard or not.
Luftbild ILLIG Thermoforming
Heilbronn, 18.07.2024 - The renowned Heilbronn-based machinery manufacturer ILLIG has successfully concluded its equity and restructuring process initiated at the end of 2023. A seasoned German mid-market investor specializing in special situations will now take over, ensuring the continuation of ILLIG’s global business in thermoforming and packaging systems and services.
Contribution Margin Thermoforming
Thermoforming is a pivotal manufacturing process used extensively in the production of plastic cups, packaging, and various other products. Its importance in the industry is underscored by its ability to produce large volumes of items with high precision and consistency. However, like any manufacturing process, optimizing thermoforming to maximize the contribution margin is crucial for maintaining profitability and competitiveness. In this blog post, we will explore how effective thermoforming practices can enhance the contribution margin, offering valuable insights for producers aiming to refine their operations.
Thermoforming Mistake
Thermoforming is a critical process in manufacturing, where thin plastic sheets are heated to a pliable forming temperature and shaped into specific forms. Achieving high-quality results consistently requires attention to detail and understanding the common pitfalls. Here are the top 5 thermoforming mistakes and how to avoid them: