Thin Sheet Forming

Precision Thermoforming • 0.2 – 2.0 mm • High-Volume Packaging Solutions

Overview

Thin gauge thermoforming is ideal for lightweight, high-volume packaging applications. It enables precise detailing, optical clarity, and cost-efficient production across food, pharmaceutical, and electronics industries.

Our thin sheet forming process uses advanced infrared and convection heating to achieve consistent wall thickness, tight tolerances, and exceptional surface definition — at high production speeds.

PET / PETGHIPSPPPLAESD Plastics
Clear clamshell food container — thin sheet thermoforming

Clamshell food container — thin gauge thermoformed PET

Capabilities

Key Benefits

  • Lightweight & sustainable packaging
  • Low tooling cost
  • High-speed production
  • Excellent design flexibility
  • Wide material compatibility
  • Strong product protection

Materials

  • PET / PETG
  • HIPS
  • PP (Polypropylene)
  • PLA (Biodegradable)
  • ESD / Antistatic plastics

Applications

  • Food trays & containers
  • Blister packaging
  • Clamshell packaging
  • Electronics trays
  • Retail display packaging

Manufacturing Process

  1. 1Material selection (0.2–2.0 mm sheets)
  2. 2Sheet heating using infrared / convection
  3. 3Vacuum / pressure forming over tooling
  4. 4Cooling and setting
  5. 5Trimming and finishing
  6. 6Quality inspection & dispatch

Why Thin Sheet Forming?

Cost Efficiency

  • Lower tooling cost vs injection moulding
  • Faster cycle times
  • High output per shift

Sustainability

  • Compatible with rPET recycled materials
  • PLA biodegradable options available
  • Minimal material wastage

Customisation

  • Custom colours & finishes
  • Embossing & branding available
  • Multi-cavity tooling options

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