Plastics technology
Tool construction
Plastic processing of thermoforming tools
Our services in the field of toolmaking, mold construction & injection molding include the production of component prototypes, trial and pre-series molds, series molds for thermoforming as well as operating equipment of all kinds. swissplast processes plastics of all kinds and also aluminium for this purpose.
We manufacture the plastic processing products in our own tool construction facility and use the latest CAD-CAM-CNC technology. We obtain aluminium moulds internationally from established and innovative toolmakers with long traditions and state-of-the-art plant technology. We carry out the necessary maintenance and repairs internally in our toolmaking department.
Consulting
We shape plastics according to your wishes
As an owner-managed company, uncomplicated, direct communication with customers, suppliers and partners is very important to us. swissplast processes plastic & thermoplastics precisely to your specifications: whether tools, assemblies, prototypes or small series – we are pioneers in the deep drawing of plastics.
Plastics technology at swissplast
Our ambition is to be at the cutting edge of plastics technology for our customers: not only in the processing of plastics, but also with the knowledge of the intermediate products available on the market. In addition to standard colours, which can be reproduced according to RAL, Pantone or NCS, we also produce plastic in technical decors such as carbon and metallic design. Alternatively, natural colours such as marble, granite, stone, wood decor, and many others.
Depending on the area of application, the surfaces of moulded parts have to meet a wide variety of requirements. For example, scratch resistance, gloss or grain. Our suppliers and their products impress with improved tension crack resistance and a wide variety of surface finishes from matt to high-gloss.
Plastic processing by swissplast includes innovations such as specially developed soft “Softfeel” surfaces with a unique soft COEX top layer. This plastic has outstanding properties in terms of deep drawing / thermoforming and recycling; a sign of swissplast’s international and forward-looking approach.
The plastic moulded parts and thermoplastics of our manufacturers show special qualities, for example, in outdoor use. They can be exposed to direct weathering such as sunlight, cold, heat, wind and precipitation without any problems.
In order to meet the high standards in different industries, special multi-layer sheets have been developed for use in plastic production.
These plastics are, among other things:
- Electrically conductive
- Resistant to high temperatures
- UV-resistant
- Self-extinguishing according to fire behaviour S 4, SR 2, ST 2
- Self-extinguishing according to DIN 5510
Plastic thermoforming / deep drawing
Plastics processing is our strength: high quality plastic parts
As a leading supplier of plastics technology in Central Europe, we concentrate exclusively on thermoforming plastics.
Our high-quality thermoforming trays and plastic parts with a moulding area of up to 3000 x 2000 x 1000mm are produced using the latest machinery to ensure flawless results. Benefit from our know-how in plastics processing right from the development phase.
We will be happy to provide you with advice in order to check your individual moulding for economical production already during the preparation phase. This guarantees perfect thermoforming of technically high-quality plastic moulded parts, which supports your market success.
Our strength – accuracy in detail
Plastic milling with CNC
Precise machining of plastic parts with CNC-controlled 5-axis milling centres of the latest technology is the guarantee for high-quality deep-drawn parts of our plastic processing.
Customer added value through final assembly
Assembly production on deep drawn parts
We glue, weld and assemble additional products to the plastic parts according to customer specifications: For example, locks, Duptaras, electrical components and much more.
Deliveries according to your wishes
On-time shipping
All our customers are different and we know that what is right for one is not necessarily right for another. Being flexible is, of course, key to delivering in the way that’s right for our customers. For years we have offered on-time, on-tape (JIT) or even on-the-job (JIS) delivery solutions.
Cutting-edge plastics technology from Switzerland
swissplast is a leading company in the plastics processing industry. Thanks to our state-of-the-art processes, we produce plastic parts for industrial purposes. These include, for example, packaging, trays, cladding and covers. Every single product goes through the process of product design, production and refinement. When selecting the plastic, we can determine which properties the finished plastic product should later have: Durable and robust plastic parts for outdoor use on vehicles or delicate ESD plastic containers for electrical components? Both possibilities – and many more – can be implemented equally well with our methods. Send us an enquiry about our plastics technology now and we will advise you in detail.
The benefits of deep drawing as a plastics technique
Deep drawing, also thermoforming or vacuum forming, as a plastics engineering technique represents an excellent option for processing plastics. In addition to the reliable repeatability of the forming process, the method is also cheaper and faster than similar plastics processing technologies. Furthermore, in contrast to metal, wood or cardboard, plastic is very light, but enormously robust and also resistant to water, chemicals and fire. The size of our plastic parts also speaks for itself: since 2022, we have been able to produce plastic workpieces with a size of up to 3000 x 2000mm. Therefore, our plastic parts can be used in even more ways and also serve as cladding or packaging for large machines, vehicles or workpieces.
Absolute design freedom thanks to thermoforming
The technique of thermoforming opens up a wide range of possibilities for how we manufacture our products. When selecting the plastic, we can draw on various new or recycled generates. In addition, the colouring of the plastic can be implemented in such a way that it can pick up on the corporate design of any company. The shape of a plastic part is determined by the stencil, which we design in close consultation with you. With our precisely designed stencils, we ensure a high degree of accuracy for the plastic parts to be produced. After deep drawing, we can use CNC milling to make notches, holes or other refinements to the workpiece. Let our professionals consult with you to see if a plastic solution from swissplast can also serve your company.
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