Application
Plastic thermoforming for Agricultural vehicles and machinery
The agricultural sector manufacturers and equipment suppliers looking for components combining Mechanical resistance, durability, lightness, and aesthetics. RBL Plastiques produces custom technical plastic parts destined for the manufacture of agricultural machinery.
Thermoforming
Thermoforming, a dedicated solution for agricultural manufacturers
The Thermoforming ensures excellent repeatability of shapes, high mechanical strength, and great design freedom., indispensable for the Agricultural applications.
This technology allows for the production of carters, bonnets, coverings, hoods, technical platforms or interior and exterior trim capable of withstanding demanding industry environments: shocks, vibrations, adverse weather, dust, or prolonged UV exposure.
Our industrial capabilities allow us to meet the requirements of robustness, traceability and durability of Agricultural manufacturers and equipment suppliers.
Technical Parts & Packaging
Catalog for the agricultural sector
Technical parts and sub-assemblies for agricultural machinery
Protective bonnets, interior and exterior trim, rigid side panels.
Packaging for agricultural machinery
Load carriers and handling trays, reusable plastic pallets and boxes.The advantages of thermoforming in agriculture
Machine weight and performance optimisation
The replacement of certain metal parts with engineering polymers allows for significant weight loss, able to reach up to 40 %. This lightness improve energy consumption, the Vehicle handlingand and durability of mechanical structures.
Proven resistance to demanding environments
The materials used such as the’ABS, ABS/PMMA, PC or PP for high-performance applications resistant to chemical agents, fertilisers, high-pressure washing and UV rays. The parts retain their rigidity and dimensional stability after several seasons of use, even in extreme conditions.
Controlled production costs
Thermoforming allows the large or medium-scale production with reduced tooling costs compared to other processes such as injection moulding, rotational moulding or sheet metal stamping. It is a process perfectly suited to large parts, typical of the agricultural sector.
Complete support, from prototype to series production
RBL Plastiques acts as industrial partner for your project. We are involved throughout the development process and offer our unique expertise in plastic thermoforming.
Bespoke study and design
Support for engineering departments, 3D design, technical validation and material selection.
Industrialization
Tooling development, thickness adjustment, forming tests, quality control.
Production and logistics
Mass production on dedicated lines, supply chain management, packaging and shipments to your assembly sites.
Expertise
Plastics suitable for your industrial constraints
Each type of Agricultural machinery imposes specific requirements. We are selecting for you High-performance polymers to the desired mechanical, chemical and thermal resistance.
Frequently asked questions
What types of components can be thermoformed for agricultural machinery ?
The most common parts that can be thermoformed are bonnets de moteur, carters de protection, panneaux latéraux, carters de cabine ou encore les bacs logistiques.
These parts are generally used on cultivation, harvesting or processing machinery.
Why choose plastic in the construction of agricultural equipment?
Polymers offer a high-performance alternative to metal lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and cost-effective, they reduce your logistics costs and facilitate long-term equipment maintenance.
The use of thermoformed plastics also allowsTo obtain complex shapes and aesthetic finishes without further treatment.
Which materials are most commonly used in agricultural construction?
The most commonly used materials to meet the needs of agricultural builders are ABS and ABS/PMMA. for them mechanical resistance and their aesthetic quality. PMMA is also used, offering high resistance to UV rays and chemicals.
The HDPE and PP are in turn mobilised to meet the criteria for Shock resistance, at temperature and chemicals, notably for wheel arches or the engine compartment.
Is it possible to incorporate recycled materials?
We can incorporate up to 100% of recycled material. The level of integration is estimated and chosen during the study and design phase, primarily based on the final use of the part and according to our clients' requirements.
Please note that recycled materials guarantee the same mechanical performance as virgin polymers and allow manufacturers to meet their CSR objectives while optimising production costs.
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You are manufacturer or equipment supplier in the agricultural machinery sector ? Our teams will support you in defining a solution that meets your needs.