Ridat's Automatic Large Format Thermoforming machine is designed for high speed production of thermoformed components and its versatility made possible by its large format and continuous performance
Thermoformable material is reel-fed into a 2-stage pre-heating station and vacuum formed. Multi-cavity Formings are then separated from the plastic web and the thermoformed sheet is pushed out.
Key machine features include:
- Dance roller for controlled material feed
- Double pitch (top and bottom) heaters for processing thick sheets of up to 2.5mm thickness
- Plug assistance to improve material distribution for deep draw products
- Spike chain powered by gear-motor for quick and accurate material transport
- Large reservoir tank and Rotary Vane pump for instant vacuum supply
- Double acting guillotine for easy sheet separation
- User friendly Microprocessor Controls and HMI Operator Panel for setting up and error diagnostics
- CE Mark
For thermoformed sheets like chocolate box inserts, biscuit trays, or other components that lend itself to trimming of multiple sheets at a time, the Ridat Large Format Automatic Thermoforming Machine offers flexibility in mould design, low component cost inspite of the secondary operation and high volume production.
Optional features include:
- Edge & centre slitters
- Pressure forming version
- Dual guillotine

4848ATF - Large Format Automatic Vacuum Forming Machine
Typical Thermoformed Components
Typical Thermoformed Components
- chocolate box inserts & biscuit trays
- roofing tiles
- heat exchange panels
- blisters for numerous applications
- transit trays
- straight-on or tote trays
- cosmetic box inserts
- displays





