Line Bending
Precision Line Bending Services
Line bending is a process where a plastic sheet, typically made from acrylic or polycarbonate, is heated along a precise line until it becomes soft and pliable. Once heated, the material is manually or mechanically bent into the desired shape. This technique is commonly used to create straight or angled bends in plastic sheets, ideal for applications such as signage, displays, and protective covers.
KEY BENEFITS
Rapid Production
With no tooling required, line bending has one of the fastest turnarounds of any forming process, ideal when you need parts quickly.
Cost Effective
Low set-up costs and no tooling investment make this an economical choice for prototypes and small to medium batches alike.
Structural Strength
Heating and bending along a precise line preserves material thickness and strength, avoiding the thinning that can occur with other forming methods.
OUR LINE BENDING CAPABILITIES
We can easily bend plastic sheets in both single and double parallel configurations, providing you with the flexibility needed for various designs.
Whether your project requires intricate or non-standard bends, we have the expertise to create more complex forms with exceptional accuracy.
We specialise in bending a wide range of materials, including acrylic and polycarbonate, allowing us to meet the diverse needs of various industries.
Our advanced heating equipment enables us to maintain uninterrupted heat bands where necessary, ensuring consistent bending quality without weak spots or distortions.
We are capable of bending substrates up to 3 metres in length and 25mm thickness, allowing us to tackle larger and thicker plastic components with ease.
Applications
bespoke signage, POS displays and product holders with clean, precise bends
protective covers, brackets and trim pieces
window surrounds, partitions and decorative features
protective equipment and device covers where precision matters
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