1. a manufacturing process in which a plastic sheet is heated to a pliable forming temperature, formed to a specific shape in a mold, and trimmed to create a usable product
Usage: manufacturing; technical

Examples

• The company uses thermoforming to create custom plastic packaging.
• Thermoforming is commonly used to make disposable cups and food containers.
• The automotive industry relies on thermoforming for interior dashboard components.
• Students learned about thermoforming in their manufacturing technology class.
• The thermoforming process requires precise temperature control.
• Many blister packs are produced using thermoforming techniques.