Aluminum Super Plastic Forming allows the making of very complex geometric parts due to its exceptional elongation of 380%.
Mechanical properties are high with a Yield strength of 346 MPa at T6 level. Moreover, our 3 000 T press with a bed size of 165’’ x 60’’ can accommodate multi-cavities tools which gives high production rates with lower cost. Verbom’s expertise in tools & dies and assembly makes us a superior integrator able to deliver sub-assembly directly on your assembly line at the best efficient total cost within the expected schedule.
In 2010, Verbom made research into aluminum thermoforming its priority. This technology provides designers and developers a new opportunity for the use of sheet aluminum. With an elongation rate up to 20 times higher than conventional forming methods, it allows for the manufacturing of parts with complex geometries. After successfully designing and building a press dedicated solely for this process, VERBOM is now capable of using this technology at high levels of production. In addition to working with aluminum, Verbom continues to develop new techniques for super plastic forming magnesium. These lighter and stronger materials allow Verbom to continue to “push the limits” of weight reduction and formability. This process that requires a small investment in tooling as well as a short lead-time can also be adapted to high or low volume productions.
- Produces parts with great geometric complexity
- Exceptional elongation rate of 380%
- Elastic limit up to 346MPA at T6
- 3000T press with its 4,2M x 1.5M table
