Formech Vacuumvorm machienes

FORMECHPRODUCT CATALOGUE

October 2010

FORMECH Contents

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MANUAL MACHINESCompac Mini .................................................. 4300XQ ............................................................... 6508 ..................................................................... 8686 .................................................................. 101372 ............................................................... 12

SEMI/FULLY AUTO1372 ............................................................... 12FP Series ........................................................ 14HD Series ...................................................... 16FDH Series .................................................... 18

PACKAGINGTF Series ........................................................ 20BS/RP/SP ........................................................ 22

OTHER MACHINESFLB Series ...................................................... 24FR Series ........................................................ 26

Comparison Charts ....................... 28

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WHAT’S IN A NAME?At Formech we are very proud of our name and what we have achieved over 30 years in the world of vacuum-forming. Building the right machine to perfectly satisfy our customers’ needs is our concern.

Many of our customers are happy to testify that we have gained a reputation for being friendly, approachable, honest and above all professional. We can help you choose the right model from our range of desktop machines right up to the larger industrial machines for more demanding applications. And as one of our valued customers we will be pleased to support you thereafter.

Even if you do need something special, our team of designers and engineers can create a bespoke machine specific to your needs, at an affordable cost and within acceptable time scales.

So What Is In a Name? We invite you to look through this catalogue and we hope you will discover that the Formech name is one to be trusted. That it stands for reliability, value for money, quality engineering and excellent friendly care and support. Our customer list reads like a Who’s Who, which means our machines are being used by some of the most demanding names in the world of industry, education, crafts and the professions.

Buy a Formech machine and you will be in great company!

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

We constantly strive to improve the ways in which customers use our machines.

We were one of the first companies to introduce ceramic heaters for our smaller machines and then for environmental reasons to be one of the first to upgrade them to quartz. Now with our 508DT model we are one of the first companies in the world to launch a desktop vac-former with a memory capability.

The lines on the new 508 models are smooth, sleek and aesthetically pleasing, with the goal of making the overall design of the machine look more modern and right up to date with the latest technology for the new look schools and technology colleges, hospital clinics and R&D laboratories. The 508 is the first in the next generation of Formech machines.

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PRE SALES SERVICEAt Formech our experience has taught us that customers are like snowflakes no two are the same. Each company has different requirements from a machine and each of our machines is designed for a different use. We will never try to sell you a machine that is over qualified for its purpose, nor would we attempt to sell you a machine that won’t meet your expectations and requirements. At Formech we will only ever sell you one thing – the perfect solution.

Whilst accountants will expect value for money, we know users will want vac-formers that are simple to operate, provide sufficient heat and power without wasting energy, create perfect formings using a range of plastics and require only low cost maintenance and needless to say are completely safe.

If you need to see a machine in action before deciding to make a purchase we are always pleased to arrange a demo for you. These can be at our production facilities but more often than not our existing customers are only too happy to allow us to demonstrate at their premises and for you to see the machines in production. Alternatively, we also maintain a large library of video material on the dedicated You Tube Formech Channel.

Unlike some of our competitors we will not charge excessive prices for the sake of a badge on the front of a machine. This means that we can produce the same high quality machines and invaluable support and experience at a price that is true to our product and our customers, not a fabricated mark up to suit our market position.

AFTER SALES CARE & SUPPORT

Together our people and customers form an elite group - the Formech Community. Through our new website forums, social networking sites and knowledge transfer hubs there will be real people to communicate with, supported by a vast wealth of data and experience, that you can call upon for help with your new purchase and applications. We can also help with regular service programmes and extended warranties. There is a readily available supply of spare

parts and consumables. We do find that regular servicing by our staff can also help prevent problems before they happen.

If there are any persistent problems we can despatch one of our trained service engineers to your premises. Alternatively, in some cases we would swap your machine with a new one or have the machine returned to base to allow our engineers to investigate more thoroughly.

Technical Specifications

Overall widthOverall heightOverall depth

Weight

490mm440mm820mm33kg

Message from the designer

Compac Mini

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Compact and versatile, a highly adaptable machine requiring minimum working space

This is the smallest machine in our product range and was designed to cater for the education sector and hobbyists. It may be small in size, but don’t be fooled – this is a VERY capable machine.

Material size 300 x 250mm

Forming area 280 x230mm

Max depth of draw 130mm

Max material thickness 4mm

Quartz heaters

The Compac Mini with its powerful quartz heaters is ready to use in a few minutes providing rapid heat response times

Digital countdown timer

helps establish consistent heating cycle times

Fixed heater box and interlock feature

making it safe to use in aneducational environment

Vacuum gauge

A visual indication of consistent vacuum being applied

Other features:

Options

Electrical Specifications:

Air supply

Typical Applications

Our customers includeTestimonial

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• 240 V, 13 amps, 50 Hz single phase• 220 V, 13 amps, 60 Hz single phase• 750 watts• 13 amp supply

• CE approved• Countdown timer• Vacuum gauge• Interlocking table• Pressure outlet• Powerful quartz heaters• Heater movement track to prevent lifting and derailing of heater box during use• Vacuum and release controls• Designed for ease of maintenance – any parts can be changed in the minimum period of time• Two stage reciprocal diaphragm pump• Fast tool change facility – accepts moulds from clay, wood, resin, aluminium• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty

Masthead Antenna Technology (UK)Hylewicz CNC Technik (Germany)Edinburgh Napier University (UK)Clear Step (Laboratory & Diagnostic, UK)Coining of America (US)Scott Dixon (US)

Here at Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics we produce many molded items that are poured into custom made molds. The forming machine supplied to us by Formech has met our demand perfectly. My service rep is always available when service is needed and parts are always received in a very timely matter, although in 6 years the machine has only broke down once and it was up and running smooth in no time.

I will continue to use Formech for all our in house mold production as the service has been excellent every time.

LUSH – USA

Reducing windows (1)

Machine trolley (2)

Spare parts kit (3)

Soap moulding Display trays Product trays


300XQ



Weight

650mm530mm970mm75kg

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The most powerful and energy efficient machine in its class

Initially designed for the educational sector with the latest quartz heating technology The 300XQ is user friendly with all the expected safety features e.g interlocks and auto stops that you would expect for a machine in this sector.Recently, we have also had a huge interest from the confectionery market and have hence produced a “chocolatier” version, which comes with custom reducing windows, ideal for producing chocolate moulds and packaging.

Fixed heater box with interlock system

This machine comes with approved and tested safety guards, making it ideal to be used in an educational environment.

4 independent heat zones

More accurate and precise heating for more demanding materials.

Vacuum gauge

A visual indication of consistent vacuum being applied.

Digital countdown timer

Useful aid to establish consistent heating cycle times. When enabled, it will alert the user, with an audible alarm, that the heating cycle is finished and the plastic is ready to be moulded.

Quartz heaters with standby feature

The 300XQ with its powerful quartz heaters is ready to use in a few minutes providing rapid heat response times. Cost savings are considerable as there is also a preset percentage power drop when the heater is in the rear position, making the 300XQ machine the most powerful and energy efficient of its class.


Forming area 430 x 280mm



Other features:

Options


Air supply


Our customers include Testimonial

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• 240 V, 13 amps, 50 Hz single phase• 220 V, 13 amps, 60 Hz single phase• 2.25 kilowatts• 13 amp supply

• CE approved• Interlock feature to ensure mould cannot be raised when heater is in forward position• Heater movement track to prevent lifting and derailing of heater box during use• Powerful quartz heaters with standby feature• Fast warm up facility, ready to use within minutes• Four independent zone controls• Digital timer incorporated to ensure accurate heat cycles• Vacuum and release controls• Vacuum gauge• Designed for ease of maintenance - any parts can be changed in the minimum period of time• Powerful diaphragm pump = 25” Hg• Fast tool change facility - accepts moulds from clay, wood, resin, aluminium• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty

Recticel (Belgique)Lancaster University (Engineering department, UK)Hotel le Meurice (Chocolate sector, France)Digital Packaging (France)Philip Morris (US)Atomica Design (US)

I work with a formech 300XQ making theatre masks that we sell all over the world. We have recently been having some user problems with our machine and I phoned up for some advice yesterday. Although the guy who usually services them is away on holiday, a lovely chap called Martin came over to help me straight away! Within half an hour he was with me fixing my machine. He did a great job and gave me some very useful tips. Can I just state how incredibly grateful I am for the amazing quick response we received. Trestle Theatre Company runs its mask department on the bare minimum in staff and resources and I would have been in a serious pickle without the help of Martin. You Rock

Annie Woods, Mask Maker Team Leader, Trestle

Prototyping School projects Box inserts


Blow moulding windows (2)

Machine trolley (3)

Spare parts kit (4)


508DT

FS



Weight

597mm1200mm1100mm125kg


Weight

597mm560mm1100mm100kg

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The next generation. Newer, better looking, with a memory of its own

508DT 508FS

Material size 508 x 457mm 508 x 457mm

Forming area 482 x 432mm 482 x 432mm

Max depth of draw 185mm 290mm

Max material thickness 6mm 6mm


The 508 with its powerful quartz heaters is ready to use in a few minutes providing rapid heat response times. Cost savings are considerable as there is also a preset percentage power drop when the heater is in the rear position, making the 508 machine the most powerful and energy efficient of its class.



Mitsubishi PLC with Touch screen

One touch screen for the full process with the ability to store programs in the memory.

Vacuum gauge


An exciting new development, launched to coincide with the K Show 2010. With sleek, smooth curves and a touch screen PLC operating system, this is not just a pretty face, but has many features which make it ideal for experimenting with more demanding shapes and materials. Designed specifically for light production runs and prototyping, this machine is ideal for sole traders, small businesses and educational use as it is one of the most versatile and competitively priced machine on the market.

Additional feature on 508FSPre-stretch facility

Allows air to be pumped under the sheet to create a bubble to pre-stretch the material prior to forming.

Auto-level facility

Allows air to be pumped under the sheet during the heating cycle to maintain a consistent distance between the sheet and the heaters.

More powerful vacuum pump Increased heater wattageGreater depth of draw - 290mm

Other features:

Options


Air supply



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508DT 508FS• 240 V, 13 amps, 50 Hz single phase • 220 V, 13 amps, 60 Hz single phase• 3.2 kilowatts • 3.5 kilowatts• 13 amp supply • 20 amp supply

• CE approved• Interlock feature to ensure mould cannot be raised when heater is in forward position• Heater movement track to prevent lifting and derailing of heater box during use• Powerful quartz heaters with standby feature• Fast warm up facility, ready to use within minutes• Four independent zone controls• Mitsubishi touch screen PLC with memory storage• Vacuum and release controls• Vacuum gauge• Designed for ease of maintenance - any parts can be changed in the minimum period of time• Powerful diaphragm pump = 25” Hg• Fast tool change facility - accepts moulds from clay, wood, resin, aluminium• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty508FS

• Auto level facility

• Pre-stretch facility

Auckland College (UK)Bournemouth Arts College (UK)Police Service of Northern Ireland (UK)Linkam Scientific Instruments (UK)


Spare parts kit (2)

Fan Cooling System

(508 FS only) (3)

Machine Trolley

(508 DT only) (4)

Point of sales displays Display items 3 dimensional map making

“The company currently has a modern production facility, which includes Formech vacuum formers. The Formech machines, with their quality, reliability and technological capabilities, allow Milan Cerny Sklotex to have a flexible approach to its customers requirements.

http://www.sklotexplasty.cz/index.php

Milan - Cerny Sklotex



686


Weight

940mm1280mm1900mm260kg

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From 660 to 686 in one easy go!

686





New generation 686

The worlds most popular manual vacuum forming machine has now been superseded by our next generation 686, incorporating a number of mechanical improvements and new features.

High specifications

The 686, with an exceptional forming capacity, is able to produce mouldings of a size, thickness and quality unparalleled by any other machine of this size or price.

Additional featurePre-stretch facility


Auto-level facility



The 686 with its powerful quartz heaters is ready to use in a few minutes providing rapid heat response times. Cost savings are considerable as there is also a preset percentage power drop when the heater is in the rear position, making the 686 machine the most powerful and energy efficient of its class.



Mitsubishi PLC with Touch screen

One touch screen for the full process with the ability to store programs in the memory.

Vacuum gauge


A replacement for the FM660, the 686 has been designed to adhere to industry standards for forming area and sheet size. With the re-cent addition of its touch screen, PLC operat-ing system, with a memory capacity for storing separate settings, tailored to specific projects, it is ideal for light – medium production runs as well as larger packaging requirements.

The “Clinica” version of the 686 is also avail-able with an upgraded vacuum filter system, designed for compatibility with customers who often require the use of “wet” moulds such as clay and plaster of paris, for their forming.

Other features:

Options


Air supply


Our customers include Testimonial

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• 220 V / 240 V• 50 / 60 Hz• 7550 Watts• 3 phase optional (380 / 415V)

• 80 psi / 5 bar

Università degli Studi di Roma Sapienza (Industrial Design Department, Italy)Kent and Medway NHS (UK)Manchester Metropolitan University (UK)Skoda (Czech Republic)Xerox (US)


Turbo cooling fan system

(500W) (2)

Reel feed gantry (3)

Spare parts kit (4)

Consumer products Decoration Motorcycle parts

“We did a good amount of research here at the Art Center College of Design in order to determine which thermoformer would suit our purposes best. What interested me about Formech FM660, was its ease of use for the students. The students can be shown how it is operated in a short amount of time, and then can quickly be off on their own. The projects that are produced here have to meet industry standards, and it is vital that our students have access to first-rate facilities. After trading a few phone calls and emails with Nic, our sales representative, we decided that the Formech FM660 would be the perfect fit for the school’s needs. I have been very pleased with the process and the 660 turned out to be much more affordable than we would have imagined.

I can’t thank you enough Formech!”Joe Kohnke – Model Shop Manager

Art Centre college of Design, USA

• CE approved• Fast warm up facility• Mitsubishi touch screen PLC with memory storage• Improved element layout and increased zones• Zinc plated, heat reflective clamp frame allows complete use of forming area• Self adjusting rear clamp springs• Heavy duty front toggle clamps• New powerful, quiet 2 stage vacuum pump – 25” Hg • Vacuum and pump filtering serviceability and easy access• Front panel service access• Heater movement on roller bearing wheels• Vacuum and release controls• Designed for ease of maintenance – any parts can be changed in the minimum period of time• Fast tool change facility – accepts moulds from clay, wood, resin, aluminium• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty



1372


Weight

1820mm1200mm (without fans)1820mm600kg

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Features all of the power of an automated machine with the convenience and price of a manual one





The 1372 was built with a large forming area, deep depth of draw and 15 separate heating zones, coupled with the freedom of a hands-on manual approach, to make it ideal for designers, whether in the prototyping stage, or for light – medium production. With cooling fans an optional extra, this machine provides the opportunity to increase production through forming multiple smaller moulds on a single sheet thanks to its large forming area.

15 Heating zones

Individually controlled

Additional standard features

With additional standard features such as timer, auto-level and pre-stretch the 1372 offers a moulding capacity, speed of cycle and ease of operation for a price that is unmatchable. Also available as a semi automatic machine with memory storage.

Additional featurePre-stretch facility


Auto-level facility


Large size

Large forming area on a small compact machine

Vacuum and pressure gauge


Pneumatic table

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Our customers include

Other features:

Air supply

Testimonial

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• 415 V, 70 amps, 50 Hz 3 phase• 220 V, 70 amps, 60 Hz 3 phase• 15 kilowatts

• CE approved• Fast warm up facility• Push button controls• Timer incorporated to ensure accurate heat cycles• Pre-stretch facility• Auto-level facility• Powerful intra-red ceramic elements• 15 zones heater control• Vacuum and release controls• Powerful vacuum pump – 25” Hg• Designed for ease of maintenance – any parts can be changed in the minimum period of time• Fast tool change facility – accepts moulds from clay, wood, resin, aluminium • Table height adjustment• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty

• 80 psi / 5 bar

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (Switzerland)Aeroprakt Ltd (Ukraine)ULVA Insulation Systems Limited (UK)Hindustan aeronautics Limited (India)BMW Group – Design works (US)Honda R&D America (US)

“At Joint Active Systems we create rehabilitation devices for “Range of Motion” therapy. To these devices, we attach custom cuffs that are created by our Formech vacuum formers. This custom cuff process involves shaping very thick pieces of plastic and foam in order to provide a proper, custom-feeling fit to our patients. The larger FM1 and ‘1372’ machines are a great match for our process. We are now up to our fourth Formech machine and each of them work very hard to keep up with our daily production needs. Recently we had two of the Formech staff on site to install our new ‘1372’. They also refurbished our existing machines and helped advise us on how to increase the life of our machines. It’s good to know that we can rely on a company like Formech with these formers being such an integral part of our daily operations.”

Kevin Ruholl – Facility Manager

Joint Active Systems, Inc.


Twin fan cooling system (2)

Spare parts kit (3)

Machine covers Flocked packaging inserts Industrial products



FP Series

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A range of versatile machines with different forming area sizes

FP2 FP3





User friendly features

These machines have been designed to be user friendly and can be operated by unskilled personnel.


Weight

2000mm2200mm2800mm750kg

The FP series boasts a large forming area, extensive heating zone control and semi-automated operation capabilities designed for light-medium production and prototyping.

The heater drive is AC motor for ultra smooth and quiet travel, with the table being powered by pneumatics. The turbo cooling fans as standard also drastically reduce the forming cycle time and ensure that your forming does not warp or lose definition whilst cooling. The optional Plug-assist feature can create thicker base details in pockets and has the ability to produce more complex vacuum formings, where webbing occur.

Versatile range

The FP2 and FP3 are large format semi automatic machines.

Semi automatic

Semi automation eliminates the need for machine guards enabling the operator a ‘hands on approach’ and full access during the forming cycle. Manual or semi automatic control and user friendly setup make this such an appealing machine.

Also available

Fully automatic versions of all of the machines are also available with the options of ‘Megapoint’ heat control system and plug assist.

Additional feature Pre-stretch facility


Auto-level facility


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Other features:

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Testimonial

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• CE approved• Heater powered by electric motor• Infra-red ceramic elements

FP2 FP315 zones 18 zones

• Twin cylinder power table with rack and pinion• Twin cylinder pneumatic clamp frame• Vacuum receiver and turbo cooling fans• Pre-stretch• Auto-level

• 80 psi / 5 bar

Toyota Europe (France)Black & Decker (UK)Elite Displays (UK)UK Centre of Carnival Arts (UK)Lycée Corvisart Paris (France)Het Muziektheater Amsterdam (Netherlands)

FP2 FP3• 380V / 415V, 70 amps, 50 Hz 3 phase • 380V / 415V, 70 amps, 50 Hz 3 phase• 220V, 70 amps, 60 Hz 3 phase • 220V, 70 amps, 60 Hz 3 phase• 23 kilowatts • 29 kilowatts• 70 amp supply • 70 amp supply


Plug assist (2)

Spare parts kit (3)

Counter top displays Industrial trays Housing

Formech proved committed to support our demands for a simple yet effective solution. We have a range of machines from various suppli-ers and many features not being used – Formech proved that with a cost effective machine we could achieve the results our customers were demanding and with the cycle times we specified. We are subsequently in discussions with Formech in relation to further on-going thermoforming requirements. The bespoke nature of this project has allowed us to produce 1000 cycles per week on a regular basis for the last 3 years.

Ricard Clynes, Thompson Plastic Group

UK – Manchester



HD Series


Weight

1100mm2300mm2000mm500kg

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A heavy duty, robust range of machines

HD686 HD750 HD1050 HD1550

Material size 686 x 660mm 750 x 540mm 1050 x 1050mm 1550 x 1050mm

Forming area 647 x 622mm 700 x 500mm 1000 x 1000mm 1500 x 1000mm

Max depth of draw 350mm 350mm 500mm 500mm

Max material thickness 6mm 6mm 6mm 6mm

Autolevel and pre-stretch


The HD with its powerful quartz heaters is ready to use in a few minutes providing rapid heat response times. Cost savings are considerable as there is also a preset percentage power drop when the heater is in the rear position, making the HD machine the most powerful and energy efficient of its class.

Exceptional forming capacity

A single heater machine, offering exceptional forming capacity, it comes equipped with dedicated PLC with touch screen, offering full automatic cycle control, with the ability to store 20 programs in the memory.

Vacuum and pressure gauge


The HD was designed specifically to be a ro-bust, cost effective alternative to some of the high end, expensive thermoforming machines available in the European market.

With a large forming area, this PLC controlled automatic machine was designed for more demanding mouldings and materials, with an emphasis on production.

Ease of use and robust manufacture is the essence of these machines combined with all the usual essential features e.g. plug assist, pyrometer, water cooling and full heating zone control.

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Other features:

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Leon & Jean Badre (France)Rudd MacNamara (UK)Intercast S.P.A. (Italy)Nespak (Italy)Lycée professionnel de Guibray (France)Lycée Polyvalent Decazeville (France)Simpson Detour (UK)

• CE approved• Fast warm up facility• Powerful quartz elements

HD686 HD750 HD1050 HD155015 zones 15 zones 20 zones 30 zones

• Pre-stretch facility• Auto-level facility• Full heating zone control• Vacuum and release controls• Vacuum receiver• Designed for ease of maintenance – any parts can be changed in the minimum period of time• Powerful vacuum pump – 25” Hg• Fast tool change facility – accepts moulds from clay, wood, resin, aluminium• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty• Safety light curtain at the front of the machine

• 80 psi / 5 bar

HD686 HD750 HD1050 HD1550• 380V / 415V,

50 Hz 3 phase• 380V / 415V,

50 Hz 3 phase• 380V / 415V,

50 Hz 3 phase• 380V / 415V,

50 Hz 3 phase• 8 kilowatt • 8 kilowatt • 33 kilowatt • 47 kilowatt• 32 amp supply • 32 amp supply • 40 amp supply • 40 amp supply


Reel feed stand (2)

Cooling bolster (3)

Extra fans (4)

Pyrometer

Plug assist

Spare parts kit

Testimonial

It was very important that we could have a complete solution in place at our demonstration facility – Formech were keen to work with us closely to meet our demanding registration tolerances. We are delighted to continue promoting tthe benefits of this process with Formech..

Richard Townsend – Product Manager,

MacDermid Autotype

UK

Car parts Stacking bottle trays Aerospace parts



FDH Series


Weight

2250mm3690mm2900mm2500kg

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The most competitively priced machines in their class

FDH 1080 FDH 1600



Max depth of draw 600mm (top heater only) or 500mm (top and bottom heaters)

600mm (top heater only) or 500mm (top and bottom heaters)


‘Megapoint’ system

The ‘Megapoint’ system was devised for the accurate heating of large areas. The heating control system is an extension of the process controller, allowing rapid visual interpretation of the heater zoning.

The largest machines in our product range, these machines were designed for working with large, demanding moulds and materials. With plug assist and twin heaters as standard, the FDH range is ideal for accurate, detailed forming. In addition the megapoint system fitted as standard, and a PC operating system to control it, you have full control over the heater settings in order to produce the highest quality finish. User friendly touch screen controls make it a pleasure to operate this high specification production machine, with its ultra quiet servo motor electric heater drive and built in pyrometer for precise heater control. Apart from our standard range of FDH machines we also build to order much larger machines based on the FDH principle.

PC based system with graphical user interface

The FDH series is controlled via a PC based system with graphical user interface. Parameters for all functions may be simply and rapidly entered using a touch screen control panel.

Twin quartz heaters

Twin quartz heaters and a whole host of options as standard features ensure the machine is supplied fully equipped to deal with the most demanding applications whilst still remaining the most competitively priced machines in their class.

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• 230V / 415V 3 phase• 50 / 60 cycle 4 wire supply

• Mould table force 2000kg• Table movement powered by 2 x 100mm bore cylinders• Table guided by 2 x racks and pinions• Vacuum pump motor 1.1 kW• Vacuum receiver capacity 288 litres• Pyrometer• Smartscan light curtain• Plug assist• 4 x turbo fans with spray mist cooling• Pre-stretch• Auto-levelFDH 1080 FDH 1600• Top heater capacity 30kW • Top heater capacity 45kW• Top heater 20 zones • Top heater 30 zones• Bottom heater capacity 18kW • Bottom heater capacity 22.5kW• Bottom heater 12 zones • Bottom heater 18 zones• Total power consumption (inc. Controls) 52kW • Total power consumption (inc. Controls) 71kW

• 0 – 100 psi / 5 / 6 bar

Apadil (Portugal)RAK Ceramics (UAE)Dourdin SA. (France)Pohjois-Karjalan Koulutuskuntayhtyma Interform (UK)Neonart (Slovenia)


Water cooled bolster (2)

Extra cooling-fans + spray mist nozzles (3)

Spare parts kitsufficient for two years (4)

Water cooled reartop frame

Marine housing Bath and shower trays Machine covers

We, Gratnells Ltd would like to say that in the years that we have been dealing with Formech Ltd. We have had good service from both the staff and the machines that we purchased. Our latest M/C is so easy to operate and now that we have a maintenance contact with Formech worry and trouble free. We started out some years ago with one tool, with the expectation of producing 10,000 units per Annum, now we are producing nearly 20,000 per month on our two M/Cs and have 20 or so easily Interchangeable tools, some with plug assist and some quite deep and complex tools which our operators can change and use very quickly.

In conclusion, we have seen a lot of changes to the way Formech has dealt with our needs and all have helped us to achieve the smooth running of this department.



TF Series


Weight

3400mm2660mm1700mm500kg

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A cost effective alternative for small and medium run requirements

This machine was designed specifically for the packaging industry, with a PLC operating system allowing for up to 12 different memory settings to be stored, and reel or sheet mate-rial capabilities, this machine is ideal for me-dium or continuous runs, capable of producing up to 3 cycles per minute. Created to be the pinnacle of user friendliness, the TF series ma-chines allow for minimal operator involvement, producing short, precise cycle times.The optional extra water cooled bolster allows the tools to be kept at a constant temperature, reducing cycle times even further.

TF535 TF750

Reel width 390mm 545mm



Max material thickness 1mm (reel feed)3mm (sheet feed)

1mm (reel feed)3mm (sheet feed)

Reel or sheet material

Capable of forming reel or sheet material. Other standard features include infra-red ceramic heaters, flying knife and plug assist.

Material advancement Optional – Negative feature for clam packs

Cost effective alternative

The Formech TF Series has been developed for companies looking for a cost effective alternative for small and medium run requirements, at a fraction of the cost of high speed in-line machines.

State of the art technology

Designed to offer a host of features as standard and with PLC programming enabling up to 12 different cycles to be stored, the TF Series really does provide state of the art technology and performance at unbelievable prices.

Processing speed

Capable of processing speeds of up to 3 cycles per minute, the TF Series is available with forming dimensions from 350 x 500mm up to 500 x 700mm.

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• CE approved• Fast warm up facility• Hinged loading reel feed• Powerful infra-red ceramic elements• Auto/Manual cycles for reel and sheet forming• Process speed of up to 3 cycles per minute• PLC programmable control incorporating

– Full process timing parameter control – Memory storage for up to 12 different cycles– Diagnostics systems check – Multi-language feature

• Plug assist• Cooling fans• Flying knife for cutting of indexed material• Pneumatic index transfer and pincers• Vacuum pump and reservoir• Safety guards and interlocks• Easily maintained with 12 month warranty

Playmobil (Malta)Gratnells (UK)Ocean Manufacturing (UK)Copacking (Germany)Indraero Siren (France)


Spare parts kit (2)

Plug assist (3)

Cooling Bolster (4)

TF535 TF750• 380V, 50/60 Hz 3 phase • 380V, 50/60 Hz 3 phase• 6 kilowatts • 12 kilowatts• 25 amps • 32 amps

• 80 - 100 psi / 5 – 6 bar

Chocolate trays General packaging Plant trays

It was very important that we would be able to continue to provide the blister packs that were required across the Group. The training and after sales support we received from Formech helped us to start production as soon as the machine was in place. I would fully recom-mend Formech to my colleagues across the Group and if we had further requirements in the future we would definitely turn to Formech.

Johann Elsner, Playmobil Malta

Malta – Packaging

BS/RP/SP

ROLLERPRESS SERIES


Weight

2815mm1400mm1050mm720kg

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RP700Electrical Specifications 380V - 50/60Hz 3 phaseMax absorbed power 1 kW

Working surface 700mmMax adjustable height 177mm

Machine dimensions 1050 x 2815 x 1400mmPacking dimensions 1150 x 1050 x 1450mm

Net machine weight 720kgPacked machine weight 750kg

High quality shape and hole cutting with low cost tooling

PACK

AGIN

GSKINPACK SERIES

BLISTER SEALER SERIES


Weight

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SP535 SP750Electrical Specifications 380V - 50/60Hz 3 phase 380V - 50/60Hz 3 phaseMax absorbed power 2.5 kW 5 kW

Compressed air 4-6 bar 4-6 barWorking surface 500 x 350mm 500 x 750mm

Machine dimensions 1685 x 1200 x 1500mm 1300 x 1500 x 1500mmNet machine weight 150kg 200kg

Packed machine weight 180kg 225kg

BS430 BS535Electrical Specifications 220V - 50/60Hz single phase 220V - 50/60Hz single phaseMax absorbed power 2.5 kW 3 kW

Compressed air 4-6 bar 4-6 barWorking surface 400 x 300mm 500 x 350mm

Machine dimensions 670 x 800 x 1370mm 800 x 1000 x 1500mmPacking dimensions 1300 x 750 x 1400mm 800 x 1000 x 1500mm

Net machine weight 100kg 150kgPacked machine weight 130kg 180kg

Very simple to use in automatic cycle for anchoring products onto cardboard

Offers a low cost solution to your packaging requirements using pre-formed PVC and PETG


FLB Series



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Primarily designed for education sector, the FLB500 is an entry level line bender, ideal for manipulating sheet plastic up to around 6mm thickness. Designed for ease of use the FLB is ideal for students to begin their knowledge of thermoforming and the cooling jig as an optional extra allows for precise angles to be created and maintained for the perfect finish. The recent addition of the FLB1000 includes 1000mm heating width, adjustable gap from 3mm – 12mm and built in timer.

FLB500• The ideal entry level strip heater for

schools and industry.• The robust incoloy heater element can

bend plastic from 0.5 to 6mm.

FLB1000• Heating width: 1000mm.• Heating gap width: 3mm – 12mm – fully adjustable.• Element: 8mm incoloy element or quartz element• Timer and alarm• Material clamp• Temperature regulator

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Adjustable cooling jig

with graduations (1)

Adjustable fence (2)

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Key Features FT10• 400 x 455mm table top• Multi-tool capacity• Tungsten carbide abrasive disc and holder• Tool height adjustment facility• Upgradeable to the FT20

Key Features FT20All the FT10 features, plus:• Adjustable 0 ° to 10 ° tilting table• Adjustable guide fence• Large diameter hand wheel for tool height

adjustment• A full tool kit

The BPF is proud of all its members, such as Formech - a British company, recognised worldwide for their high quality vacuum forming machines.”

Philip Law, Public Industrial Affairs Director

British Plastics Federation – UK


FR Series



Weight

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Designed as an entry level CNC machine, the FR460 is ideal for producing small – medium moulds for all applications. It’s bare exterior and basic structure allow it to be one of the most competitively priced CNC machines on the market, ideal for beginners to get to grips with the basics of CAD/CAM design. This machine was designed to add to the pack-age solution that Formech offers, providing customers with a cost effective option for producing their own tailored moulds and to rout flat plastic sheet in house.

An entry level 3 axis CNC router for routing flat sheet and 3D tools

FR460 FR1000

Compact footprint 680 x 800mm 800 x 1350mm

Work area 600 x 720mm 720 x 1270mm

Cutting area X=390mm / Y=460mm / Z=87mm

X=480mm / Y=925mm / Z=87mm

Max router shank 8mm diameter 8mm diameter

The FR package includes:• 1 Kress router• 1 cutter kit + 3mm and 6mm collet• Operating softwares (to generate toolpaths, and operate the machine)Software non refundable

Customer benefits:• Fast mould production – Rapid speed 5000mm/min• 2D and 3D machining capabilities• Create moulds bespoke to your customer• Suitable for 2/3D machining for Vac forming mould manufacturing• USB connection• No pinch points – covers over all exposed belts where trapping could occur• Toothed beltOptions:• Cutter kits• T-section aluminium base plate

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Cutter kits

T-section aluminiumbase plate

Support:Together our people and customers form an elite group - the Formech Community. Through our new website fo-rums, social networking sites and knowledge transfer hubs there will be real people to communicate with, supported by a vast wealth of data and experience that you can call upon for help with your new purchase and applications. As part of this modern day approach there are a series of new micro sites being constructed.

The first site came on stream to coincide with the K2010 Trade Show in Dusseldorf, Germany, and has been launched to support our new and growing band of FR series users.

The site provides design files, pdfs and video tutorials, which are being updated constantly with new support material. It also includes an online forum in which partici-pating customers can make suggestions and propose new ideas. Early signs are that the forum is working particularly well as a self-support mechanism for the more pioneering of our customers who are becoming ever more adventur-ous with their designs.

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So you have read the catalogue, browsed the website and seen the range of machines we have to offer … but ... you need something different. That should not be a problem for you or for us at Formech as we are all about solutions. Tell us exactly what you want the machine for and we will use our knowledge and expertise to build it for you. Over the years we have dealt with literally tens of thousands of enquires from customers and potential customers world-wide. We know instinctively whether one of our standard production machines will suffice or whether the customer wants something more. Even, in those few cases, when the customers themselves may not be entirely sure what they are looking for.

So come and talk with one of our sales team and discuss the various options available to you and have a new machine specifically designed for your applications in mind.

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