Vacuum Forming, or Thermoforming, is a process for making plastic parts or products as a low cost alternative to metal or injection molded plastic. The vacuum forming process requires pre-heating a thermoplastic sheet until pliable, which then is drawn against a tool, using vacuum. The material is formed into the desired shape, cooled, removed and trimmed. Whenever lead times, moderate production runs or short product life cycles make injection molding undesirable or cost prohibitive, vacuum forming is the answer.

Vacuum Forming tooling costs are substantially lower than comparable processes. There are added benefits of greater versatility in product size, wall thickness, and future modification requirements. A substantial per piece price saving on short to mid volume runs can be achieved, when tooling expenses are included.

CVC incorporates one of Canada's largest independent rotary and shuttle vacuum forming operations. We have customized our machinery with our own operating software, zoned ovens and pre-stretch techniques enabling us to form a very wide variety of materials and complex products. With large-piece capability, comprehensive quality processes and a well established reputation for customer service, we've set the standard for vacuum formed components.

CVC provides its customers with fast turn around and low production minimums. Customers find this very compelling, as the cost for the tool and part are typically less costly when compared to other processes.