Film Insert Moulding (FIM) is a versatile and cost effective method of decoration and manufacturing durable plastic parts. (It is also referred to as ‘In Mould Decoration (IMD)’ or ‘In Mould Labelling (IML)’.
The flat film is firstly reverse decorated (normally screen printed or digitally printed), then vacuum formed, cut and finally back injection moulded. It is used for cost effective manufacture of fascias, panels and casings for the automotive, telecommunication, advanced sign making, material testing and electronic sectors.
The Formech FIM/IMD range combine extremely accurate repeat sheet registration with incredibly precise and advanced heat control during the forming process of the pre-printed material.
Full temperature feedback with every element provides complete control during the heating of the sheet, minimizing the distortion of the printed sheets during the critical heating stage.
The machine also features a heating pyrometer to achieve consistent heating cycles. Formech produces IMD machines for both test and production using either ceramics or quartz, single or twin heaters and servo electric table for precise movements and registration. Ideal for forming the latest technically demanding materials that require precise control over every aspect.
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