Alpha Plastics was contracted by an electrical equipment provider to thermoform 200 access doors, which
are used to cover electrical generator components. To begin this project, we vacuum formed a male, two-cavity aluminum tool, meeting precision tolerances with our automated vacuum machine.
For more information about our custom thermoforming services, call us today at 763-786-6940 and request a quote.
In order to ensure that our access doors satisfied customer
specifications, we provided the client with prototypes of all initial designs before manufacturing. In addition, we inspected the parts completely before they left our facility.
Our thermoforming operations are so efficient; we were able to get all completed units out the door just 4 weeks after prototype approval. Meeting the design and high-performance expectations of our client, we now produce 2,000 access doors annually.
Product Description:
This access door is used to cover electrical
generator components
Capabilities Applied/Processes Vacuum Forming:
Create a male two cavity aluminum tool, thermoform clear polycarbonate with minimal visual imperfections
Trimming:5-axis trimmed. Trimmed to customer print specifications
Value Added Processes:
Screen printing
Equipment Used to Manufacture Part:
Automated vacuum/pressure forming machine
Overall Part Dimensions Material Thickness:
.177"
Overall Length:
358.75mm
Overall Width:
132mm
Tightest Tolerances:
+.2mm/-.1mm
True Position of:
ø.8mm
Material Used:
Polycarbonate
Material Finish:
Smooth Texture
Color:
Clear
In process testing/inspection performed:
Parts inspected 100% during each step of the manufacturing process
Quantity:
200
Initial Order:
2,000 EAU
Industry for Use:
Electrical equipment, industrial equipment
Delivery Time:
4 weeks after prototype approval
Standards Met:
Customer supplied print, 3D CAD Drawing
Product Name:
Polycarbonate Access Door