In 6 Steps to the Right Plastic for Your Thermoforming Project
The second part of the Material Guide Series focuses intensively on the selection criteria for materials that play a crucial role in the manufacturing of thermoformed plastic parts. In this guide, we examine functional, mechanical, and protective requirements, as well as Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ), lead times, and prices as essential factors that must be considered when selecting materials. Based on these factors, we present a 6-step model to help select the appropriate materials for specific projects. Read now!
Here’s an overview of the contents:
- Selection criteria for materials
- Project requirements: Hard requirements and additional assurances
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)
- Lead time
- Price level of the source
- Prices: Bottom-up principle
- Case study
Who Is Part 2 of the Material Guide with its 6-Step Model Suitable For?
Part 2 of the Material Guide Series is ideal for designers, project managers, and developers who want to quickly and efficiently select the right material for their thermoforming project using a simple model.
The white paper "In 6 Steps to the Right Plastic for Your Thermoforming Project" offers a systematic approach to material selection in the form of a 6-step model. We walk you through project requirements, lead times, MOQ, and pricing, step by step, showing you how to select the appropriate thermoplastic to achieve the optimal balance between performance and cost-effectiveness for your thermoformed parts.
What Can I Expect from Part 2 of the Material Guide Series?
This white paper builds upon Part 1 of the Material Guide Series, where thermoformable thermoplastics were introduced. The guide also includes a simple 6-step model and a case study that demonstrates how to apply these selection criteria in practice.
The whitepaper "In 6 Steps to the Right Plastic for Your Thermoforming Project" illustrates through a case study how to use the 6-step model to make the right material selection. This includes:
✓ Safety, functional, and mechanical requirements
✓ Additional assurances
✓ Key information on material procurement
✓ Lead times for standard and special materials
✓ Manufacturer vs. distributor procurement
✓ Price selection according to the bottom-up principle
In the case study, these points are examined in detail and can be used as a guide for your specific thermoforming project.
Advantages of Our 6-Step Model for Thermoformed Plastic Parts
Simple Model
All essential information is condensed into a straightforward 6-step model to make the right material choice.
For Experts and Beginners
The material guide Part 2 is suitable for both thermoforming beginners and experts and shows how the guide applies to real-world cases through a simple case study.
Free
The white paper is available for free, and you can access both this part and Part 1 anytime.
Our Material Guide Part 2 as On-Demand Webinars
Webinar: Material Guide – Compact Knowledge on Thermoforming (German)
- Introduction to the thermoforming process and material basics of thermoformable plastics
- Learn all about plastic value chains and the current thermoplastics market
- In 45 minutes, we show how formary can help you with material selection so that you can start your thermoforming project successfully.
Webinars are currently only available in German language with English subtitles.
Webinar: Thermoplastic Materials – Part 1: Basics & Market Overvi (German)
- Introduction to the thermoforming process and the basics of thermoformable thermoplastics
- Learn about the manufacturing basics and value chain of thermoplastics
- In 45 minutes, we explain how to select the right plastic for your next project so that nothing stands in the way of your thermoforming project.
Webinars are currently only available in German language with English subtitles.
Webinar: Thermoplastic Materials – Part 2: The Optimal Plastic for Your Thermoforming Project (German)
- Learn the differences between roll-stock and sheet production in thermoforming
- In this webinar, we show how to evaluate the right plastic for your thermoforming project
- In 45 minutes, we explain how formary supports your material selection so that nothing stops your project.
Webinars are currently only available in German language with English subtitles.
Material Guide Part 1: Material Guide for Thermoformed Plastic Parts
The Material Guide for Thermoformed Plastic Parts provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of thermoplastics and their specific properties. Learn how different thermoplastics affect the performance of thermoformed parts, what industry-specific requirements should be considered, and which factors play a role in selecting the right plastic.
Here's on overview of the contents
✓ Impact of material selection on total costs
✓ Overview of thermoformable thermoplastics
✓ Differentiation criteria for thermoplastics
✓ Property enhancement and specialization of thermoformable plastics
✓ Industry-specific material requirements and standards
- Free Whitepaper -
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