In the Autumn of 2018, Bridgewood UK revealed that we had invested in the Tebis V4 Software suite to streamline our manufacturing process of high quality plastic parts. We identified the software as key to improving our new product development process, and after 18 months of use, we are delighted with the benefits this new technology has delivered in reduced production times and higher quality parts.
Bridgewood UK are experts in the design, development and manufacture of innovative thermoformed plastic components and parts. Operating from their site close to the iconic Humber Bridge near Hull for over 30 years, their modern 100,000 square foot facility includes a range of cutting-edge vacuum forming and CNC trimming machinery, along with composite moulding and sub-assembly facilities. Bridgewood design and produce plastic components for clients based both here in the UK and internationally.
The cost-effective nature of vacuum forming (thermoforming) is what makes this process the production method of choice for many plastics component manufacturers. However, as with any complex processes, it's essential to follow each stage accordingly to ensure the quality of the final product. In this guide we aim to offer advice on design issues that need to be considered when designing plastic parts that are to be vacuum formed.
Tool (or mould) design is a very important part of vacuum forming as it can mean the difference between a defective part, and one that is high quality and works well. No matter how good the vacuum forming process and how robust the material, if the tool itself isn't properly designed the part simply won't come out right.
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