Thermoforming Machine

For the industrial processing of sealing fleece, filters, and technical fiber materials, Rotte offers high-precision and powerful forming technologies. While traditional thermoforming is often geared toward plastics, the forming of fleeces, fabrics, or fiber-based materials requires specialized machinery.

Rotte’s thermoforming machines are designed specifically for these demanding applications. Our customized solutions enable highly precise shaping, gentle material handling, and efficient process integration. As a result, our machines set new standards in the processing of sealing fleece and technical materials.

Thermoforming for Sealing Fleece, Films, and Technical Fiber Materials

Thermoforming is a proven process for shaping materials, but sealing fleece and similar substrates place special demands on the forming process, as they often consist of multilayered, flexible, and partially sensitive fiber structures.

Our thermoforming machines are engineered to shape these materials precisely without compromising their structural integrity. By combining temperature, pressure, and vacuum technology, we can mold the material accurately to the desired geometry while ensuring dimensional stability of the formed parts.

When manufacturing dense, air- and moisture-tight molded components, our technology preserves the desired sealing properties while shaping the material into a stable, functional form.

Product Example

Forming and cutting take place in the same mold, ensuring precise, single-step production of finished parts. A 6-axis industrial robot handles finished part removal and waste scrap from the forming station, enabling high flexibility and the production of complex 3D contours for inner and outer corners. To avoid idle time between forming and cutting, the system features two tooling stations on a rotary indexing table for near-continuous operation. Cycle time is largely determined by the heating and forming stages; depending on the product and mold design, the system can produce 100 to 120 precisely cut corners per hour.
Fleece is heated by radiant elements, with non-contact temperature sensors ensuring accurate thermal input. The standard cut size is 400 mm × 400 mm; other formats are available on request. Special contour shapes can be simulated in advance via robot programming. Cutting is performed using a standard utility blade, safely stored in a parked position when not in use.

Thermoforming and Cutting of Molded Corners for Waterproofing Applications

Complete system for processing sealing fleece rolls
Includes unwinding, cutting to length, preheating, thermoforming, cooling
Cutting the final contour from the formed blank
Placement of finished parts on the output conveyor

Technology for Maximum Precision and Efficiency

Our thermoforming machines are based on a modular platform that can be individually configured to match specific customer requirements. Equipped with advanced control and automation systems, they deliver consistently high quality—even under complex conditions.

Intelligent Temperature and Pressure Control

One of the most critical factors in thermoforming is the controlled heating of the material. Our machines ensure even temperature distribution across the fleece to allow optimal moldability and prevent deformation or damage.
In combination with precisely regulated pressure and vacuum control, the material is drawn smoothly into the mold—resulting in accurate shaping without unnecessary strain on the fibers.

Flexible Tool and Mold Change for Maximum Adaptability

Our machines feature a quick-change tooling system that makes it easy to adapt to various part geometries. This is especially beneficial for manufacturers producing multiple products on the same line.

With modular tool inserts, the system can be reconfigured quickly to meet new production demands—reducing setup time and increasing cost-effectiveness.

Automation and Integration into Existing Production Processes

Modern manufacturing demands seamless integration of machines into centralized control systems. Our thermoforming machines are equipped with intelligent control units that can easily connect to existing ERP and MES systems.

Sensor-based process monitoring allows real-time tracking and optimization of parameters such as temperature, pressure, and forming time. This improves repeatability, reduces waste, and ensures consistent quality of the finished parts.

Why Choose a Thermoforming Machine from Rotte?

As a manufacturer of specialized automatic thermoforming systems with many years of experience, we have continuously optimized our technology platform. Thanks to our high-precision forming process, we achieve exact part geometries with minimal rework and scrap—delivering measurable cost savings and greater production efficiency.

Another key benefit is the high process stability of our systems. Even with demanding materials and complex shapes, our machines ensure consistently high quality. Full automation options further reduce labor needs and increase throughput.
We tailor every solution to your requirements, providing the ideal system for your thermoforming and cutting tasks.

Contact us today for personalized consultation and learn more about our innovative solutions for industrial forming processes!

One Company, Many Advantages

Ulrich Rotte Anlagenbau & Fördertechnik GmbH is your specialist in custom machinery. In addition to our innovative solutions in special-purpose machinery and automation technology, you also benefit from a wide range of customer and after-sales services:

Your Advantages at a Glance:

Decades of experience in special-purpose machinery
Extensive know-how across all areas of automation technology
High expertise in the latest technologies and applications for Industry 4.0
All services from a single source—from development and design to manufacturing, assembly, commissioning, and regular on-site maintenance
Optional training of your machine operators, technicians, and supervisors at your facility
Mechanical engineering made in Germany – we design and manufacture exclusively in Germany
Personalized customer support – you will always have a qualified contact person available

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Ulrich Rotte
Anlagenbau und Fördertechnik GmbH

Brockensklee 32
33154 Salzkotten

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