Relevance of thermoformed enclosures in the defence industry
Plastic housing components play a crucial role in the field of defence technology. From protecting sensitive electronics to optimising weight and durability, the requirements for military housing are diverse and complex.
Here’s an overview of the contents:
- The defence industry as a growth market
- Defence & security relevance
- Versatility & use of plastic defence enclosures
- Requirements for defence enclosure components
- Why formary for defence enclosures
- 37 pages of compact expert knowledge
Who is the white paper on plastic parts in defence technology suitable for?
The white paper is aimed at developers, manufacturers and designers of defence technology systems who
- are looking for customised armour housings
- want to learn about the advantages of thermoforming for housing components in the defence sector
- want to know when plastic thermoforming offers significant cost savings compared to other processing methods
- want to learn about the versatile options in the design and construction of thermoformed housing components
Why is thermoforming becoming increasingly relevant in the defence industry?
Rising defence budgets & funding programmes
National special funds and EU-wide initiatives are resulting in a high project density, accompanied by pressure to deliver results quickly. Development and procurement teams must implement more projects faster.
Technological change & dual-use requirements
Applications such as UAVs, sensor technology, electronic warfare, IoT-based communication and autonomous systems are driving demand for lightweight, integrable and adaptable housing solutions.
Shorter development cycles & agile procurement
Rüstungsprojekte nähern sich zivilen Entwicklungslogiken an: Prototyping, Iteration und Kleinserien gewinnen an Bedeutung. Klassische Verfahren wie Spritzguss oder CNC sind hierfür oft zu langsam oder zu kostenintensiv.
Stricter compliance & secure supply chains
Requirements for auditability, traceability, cybersecurity and local supply chains are increasing. Resilient European manufacturing networks are becoming a strategic advantage.
Advantages of our white paper on thermoformed plastic parts in defence technology
Comprehensive overview
All essential information about thermoformed plastic parts in the defence industry at a glance.
For experts and novices
The white paper is suitable for both thermoforming novices and experts.
Free
The guide to deep-drawn armour parts is available free of charge and you can access it at any time.
In what specific context does the guide provide assistance?
The guide explains how plastic thermoforming is gaining relevance in the defence sector and what potential it opens up for system manufacturers.
It explains in detail:
- Market and framework conditions: Insights into the current situation in the defence industry
- Areas of application & advantages: Where thermoformed enclosures are used in defence technology and what strategic advantages they offer
- Procurement & development: How to overcome current challenges in product development and optimise procurement channels
- Materials science: The most important thermoformed plastics for defence applications and their specific advantages
- Practical application: Why formary is the right partner for your engineering in the defence sector
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FAQ – Frequently asked questions about deep-drawn housing components in the defence sector
The white paper analyses how market trends, political conditions and technological developments are changing product development in the defence sector. It shows why deep drawing is an economical and strategic solution, especially for prototypes, small series and specialised defence applications, and how digital platforms shorten development and procurement times.
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