Twin Sheet Thermoforming – A Better Choice So, we know you’re wondering ‘what processes can twin sheet thermoforming replace?‘ Terrific question! To complete our series on Twin Sheet Thermoforming, we are going to talk about some of the processes that twin sheet thermoforming can replace. In our first post, we explained to you exactly what … Read more
Twin Sheet Vacuum Forming Process Compatible With Most Thermoplastics We continue our series on twin sheet vacuum forming with a discussion about materials we can use in the process. We can employ the twin sheet vacuum forming process with almost any thermoplastic, and we’ve worked with most of them. ABS, styrene, TPO, polyethylene, TPU, polypropylene, … Read more
Are You Wondering “What Is Twin Sheet Thermoforming?” We’re here to answer the frequently asked question “What is Twin Sheet Thermoforming?” The twin sheet thermoforming process lives in the background of the thermoforming world, not well known, nor understood. Related processes, vacuum forming and pressure forming have been around and widely accepted for years. However, the … Read more
We are excited to announce that we have received our ISO 9001:2015 certification. This certification means that our Quality Management System (QMS) has been assessed to be compliant with ISO 9001:2015 standards. Our certification is through Platinum Registration, and our certification # is 13132914. We at ATI have implemented and operated our own QMS in an effort to comply as … Read more
40 Years Thermoforming and Still Growing… SO…we are now halfway into our 40th year in the thermoforming business, and are going strong! As we look back over those 40 years, we are amazed to see just how much we have accomplished. First and foremost, we enjoy an excellent reputation … Read more
Importance Of Tool Design For Precision Fabrication Twin-sheet thermoforming can yield many interesting geometries in the “parting-line”. This is the area where the two sheets knit or weld together. That being said however, the weld is critical for the functioning of the part. The key concept in twin-sheet thermoforming is to compress the two starting … Read more
Insert Molding (Or Over Molding) ATI employs this technique, especially in, but not limited to, twin-sheet molding, where exceptional stiffness is required. In this case, we mount metal reinforcement structures in the mold prior to forming. Next, we form the part so the material “wraps around” the reinforcement in selected areas, entrapping it inside the part. … Read more
ATI Strikes Twin-Sheet Thermoforming Gold Innovative Qubica AMF Pin Setter Production Thermoforming Quarterly By Bill Bregar, Senior Staff Reporter SCHAUMBURG, IL. — Heavy-duty equipment used to arrange and re-set bowling pins netted three awards for Associated Thermoforming Inc. in the parts competition at the Society of Plastics Engineers Thermoforming Conference. In addition, ATI, which is … Read more
Thermoforming Revolutionizes Bowling Alley Technology Berthoud, Colorado – March 9th, 2012 – Associated Thermoforming Inc. (ATI), a 34-year leader in the thermoforming industry united with QubicaAMF to create a revolutionary alternative for the bowling industry. This innovative new system places pins more accurately, reduces jams and slashes maintenance costs. The Technical Twin-sheet process was used to engineer … Read more
Heavy Gauge Thermoforming Expansion Increases Efficiency Berthoud, Colorado – November 9, 2010 – Associated Thermoforming Inc. (ATI), is a heavy gauge thermoforming company, highly respected throughout the industry. They are excited to announce the expansion of their manufacturing facility in Berthoud, Colorado. Currently housed-under 58-thousand square feet of space, ATI is adding another 12-thousand square feet to the … Read more
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