NITRIAM
DESIGN, PROTOTYPE & DEVELOP

Vacuum Forming

Molding dreams into reality

We offer custom vacuum forming services focused on one-off vacuum forming prototypes and single piece vacuum forming. This is ideal for testing, display models, and other low-quantity needs. We work with a range of thermoplastics and can form parts with unique shapes and dimensions.

Services

Prototyping and Model Development

Tailored Solutions for Cosplay and Business Applications

Custom Part Fabrication

Our Process

Cost-Effective Mold Manufacturing

Capabilities Up to 2 Feet by 4 Feet

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Vacuum Forming Process

Vacuum forming is a versatile manufacturing process that integrates design considerations for material selection, mold creation, heating techniques, and production efficiency. Our approach begins by identifying your project’s functional requirements, aesthetic goals, and practical constraints. To achieve optimal results, we prioritize aligning our expertise with your vision, ensuring every detail—from material thickness to final finish—meets your expectations.

1 / Project Consultation & Scope Definition

We collaborate with you to outline objectives, desired product specifications (e.g., dimensions, material type), and budget parameters. This ensures alignment on priorities before technical work begins.

2 / Mold Design & Fabrication

A custom mold is designed using CAD software and machined from materials like wood, aluminum, or composite. Precision here ensures accurate replication of shapes and details during forming.

3 / Material Preparation & Clamping

A thermoplastic sheet (e.g., ABS, acrylic) is cut to size and securely clamped into the forming machine. Proper tensioning prevents wrinkles or uneven stretching.

4 / Heating & Vacuum Forming

The sheet is heated until pliable, then draped over the mold. A vacuum rapidly removes air, pulling the material tightly against the mold to capture its contours.

5 / Trimming & Finishing

Excess material is cut away, and edges are smoothed. Secondary processes (e.g., drilling, painting) are applied to meet functional or aesthetic requirements.

Explore our past projects

We have successfully completed a wide range of design projects from concept, 3D design, to prototypes. We come up with innovative ideas, produce quality-controlled parts, and craft custom one-off prints for various applications. Explore our past work to learn more about our capabilities and the value we bring to your projects.

We also provide

Mechanical & Software Design for Small Businesses & Hobbyists

Combining our collective wealth of knowledge in many fields, we work personally and honestly with you to design / 3D print / test / or develop your project ideas.

Core Services

Vacuum Forming

Mold and shape plastic materials for a wide range of applications.

3D Printing

In-house 3D printers for rapid prototyping & testing.

3D Modeling

Professional 3D designs by skilled engineers

Web Development

Personalized web applications for productivity and marketing

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Testimonials

  • 3D Print Job
    Oct 3, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
    Austin and his team are elite. They can be as simple or as in-depth as you need. High quality 3D printing as well. If there is ever an issue with quality, they will do right by you. Great people and excellent advisors as well.
    Kitchen Gadget Product
    Jan 5, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
    Austin is a talented, creative and ambitious engineer and entrepreneur. I'm very pleased with the CAD and mechanical engineering work he and his team did for me. They really got me going in the direction I wanted to go with my idea. This experience was way better than the one with a previous engineer I hired, and at about half the cost. Very high value work. Highly recommended! If you have an idea that you want to turn into a reality, start here with Austin.
    CAD Design
    Sep 18, 2024 - Jan 13, 2025
    100% exactly the relationship I needed for this project
    Understanding of my needs, great communication, and top notch results!
  • Product Prototyping
    Oct 30, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
    Austin did an incredible job on my project. I presented him with an idea and a very basic prototype, and the final design he put forth for my product exceeded all of my expectations. I look forward to working with Austin in the Future!
    Fusion 360 Tutoring
    May 14, 2020 - Nov 18, 2024
    Outstanding work! Great communication, great experience and great ability. Thank you!
    Mechanical Design
    Sep 19, 2023 - Nov 10, 2023
    It was great working with Austin. Incredibly knowledgeable, strong engineer. Thank you."
    Understanding of my needs, great communication, and top notch results!
  • Small Jewelry Clasp
    Mar 18, 2020 - Mar 23, 2020
    Austin is excellent in his field. Quick to respond, communicates clearly and quickly. Professional and produces high quality work. Will definitely work with him on future projects!
    Med Device Rendering
    Jun 20, 2018 - Jun 22, 2018
    Austin is a pleasure to work with. His talent combined with his vision to see what we are trying to create is outstanding. Great work, communication, and cooperation. We will definitely hire him again.
    Product 3D Modeling
    Aug 2, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023
    It was a great experience working with Austin I would highly recommend
  • 3D Print Job
    Oct 3, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
    Austin and his team are elite. They can be as simple or as in-depth as you need. High quality 3D printing as well. If there is ever an issue with quality, they will do right by you. Great people and excellent advisors as well.
    Kitchen Gadget Product
    Jan 5, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
    Austin is a talented, creative and ambitious engineer and entrepreneur. I'm very pleased with the CAD and mechanical engineering work he and his team did for me. They really got me going in the direction I wanted to go with my idea. This experience was way better than the one with a previous engineer I hired, and at about half the cost. Very high value work. Highly recommended! If you have an idea that you want to turn into a reality, start here with Austin.
  • Product Prototyping
    Oct 30, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
    Austin did an incredible job on my project. I presented him with an idea and a very basic prototype, and the final design he put forth for my product exceeded all of my expectations. I look forward to working with Austin in the Future!
    Fusion 360 Tutoring
    May 14, 2020 - Nov 18, 2024
    Outstanding work! Great communication, great experience and great ability. Thank you!
  • Small Jewelry Clasp
    Mar 18, 2020 - Mar 23, 2020
    Austin is excellent in his field. Quick to respond, communicates clearly and quickly. Professional and produces high quality work. Will definitely work with him on future projects!
    Med Device Rendering
    Jun 20, 2018 - Jun 22, 2018
    Austin is a pleasure to work with. His talent combined with his vision to see what we are trying to create is outstanding. Great work, communication, and cooperation. We will definitely hire him again.
  • Mechanical Design
    Sep 19, 2023 - Nov 10, 2023
    It was great working with Austin. Incredibly knowledgeable, strong engineer. Thank you."
    Understanding of my needs, great communication, and top notch results!
    CAD Design
    Sep 18, 2024 - Jan 13, 2025
    100% exactly the relationship I needed for this project
    Understanding of my needs, great communication, and top notch results!
  • Product 3D Modeling
    Aug 2, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023
    It was a great experience working with Austin I would highly recommend
  • 3D Print Job
    Oct 3, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
    Austin and his team are elite. They can be as simple or as in-depth as you need. High quality 3D printing as well. If there is ever an issue with quality, they will do right by you. Great people and excellent advisors as well.
  • Product Prototyping
    Oct 30, 2024 - Dec 15, 2024
    Austin did an incredible job on my project. I presented him with an idea and a very basic prototype, and the final design he put forth for my product exceeded all of my expectations. I look forward to working with Austin in the Future!
  • Small Jewelry Clasp
    Mar 18, 2020 - Mar 23, 2020
    Austin is excellent in his field. Quick to respond, communicates clearly and quickly. Professional and produces high quality work. Will definitely work with him on future projects!
  • Mechanical Design
    Sep 19, 2023 - Nov 10, 2023
    It was great working with Austin. Incredibly knowledgeable, strong engineer. Thank you."
    Understanding of my needs, great communication, and top notch results!
  • Product 3D Modeling
    Aug 2, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023
    It was a great experience working with Austin I would highly recommend
  • Kitchen Gadget Product
    Jan 5, 2024 - Jan 16, 2025
    Austin is a talented, creative and ambitious engineer and entrepreneur. I'm very pleased with the CAD and mechanical engineering work he and his team did for me. They really got me going in the direction I wanted to go with my idea. This experience was way better than the one with a previous engineer I hired, and at about half the cost. Very high value work. Highly recommended! If you have an idea that you want to turn into a reality, start here with Austin.
  • Fusion 360 Tutoring
    May 14, 2020 - Nov 18, 2024
    Outstanding work! Great communication, great experience and great ability. Thank you!
  • Med Device Rendering
    Jun 20, 2018 - Jun 22, 2018
    Austin is a pleasure to work with. His talent combined with his vision to see what we are trying to create is outstanding. Great work, communication, and cooperation. We will definitely hire him again.
  • CAD Design
    Sep 18, 2024 - Jan 13, 2025
    100% exactly the relationship I needed for this project
    Understanding of my needs, great communication, and top notch results!
NITRIAM
DESIGN, PROTOTYPE & DEVELOP
We are a small team of friends and professionals with diverse backgrounds and connections. Our collective expertise lets us be flexible in the projects we take on
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