PVC Film and Structural Plastics Forming Equipment 

The applications are numerous and include laminating wood veneers and high pressure laminates to flat or curved substrates. Thicker material such as ABS and Styrene sheets may be heated and formed over molds to produce three dimensional structural shapes such as display signs, aircraft components and tote trays to name a few. MultiVac and also be used for skin and blister packing.

HOW IT WORKS: MultiVac is designed to take both vinyl film rolls and sheet stock. Doors, panels, carvings, etc. are placed on the vacuum forming grill, The decorative film is placed in the clamping frame and pneumatically raised to the Quartz heaters until pliable. At that moment the frame is lowered forming an air tight seal over your parts. Because of the porosity of most wood materials the film is drawn down skin-tight over the door, panel, craving, etc, following every minute detail. While the air beneath the film is being exhausted, the outside air exerts pressure, 10 to 13 p.s.i., to the top side creating a sandwich effect. This atmospheric difference also produces excellent adhesive bonding. The finished part normally requires a short cooling period until they may be removed and trimmed.

The end product is both beautiful and durable. It’s easy to clean, sanitary and can be supplied to the customer in almost any decorative or wood finished desired. Many sources for vinyl films, sheet materials and adhesives are available for use with the MultiVac equipment. Now is a great time to get started with this exciting new field.