Forming and Molding Tools
Improve productivity, maintain excellent product quality and minimize scrap rate
Ionbond™ coatings for forming and molding tools
To enable an excellent product quality and to improve the performance and productivity of punches, dies, molds, rolls and other tooling types used for forming metal, plastic and composite materials, choose the proven Ionbond™ PVD, PACVD, and CVD coatings for forming and molding tools. With the broadest portfolio in the industry, Ionbond has an engineered solution for every application in these continuously evolving industries. This includes the steady advancement of materials like aluminum and AHSS, and new application fields that demand different coating requirements for molds and dies involved in the production processes.
Case Studies
Forming & Molding Case Studies
Download the case studies to get an insight and learn about the true performance of our multipurpose and premium coating solutions in various forming applications.
38 pages | 30 minutes well spent
Improved productivity and part quality
Ionbond™ coatings are engineered to extend tool life, reduce downtime, lower scrap rates and increase productivity for the end user. They also provide better flow and release properties for the tools, which will lead to higher quality levels for the product finish.
- High wear resistance
- Low coefficient of friction
- Anti-galling properties
- High fatigue resistance
- Corrosion resistance
- Improved parts release
Premium coatings for forming & molding tools
Ionbond’s coating portfolio for Forming & Molding Tools is highly diverse, including some perennial market favorites, allowing for the perfect combination of the base material and surface properties.
Hot forming
Improve tool life and product quality by increasing high hot hardness, thermal stability and galling resistance
Plastic molding
Improve tool life and reduce scrap rates by improving product release, details and finish
Laser hardening
Increase wear resistance to gain longer tool life, higher productivity, and quality
Get in touch
Discuss your challenges with Tobias Brögelmann
Dr. Ing. Tobias Brögelmann, Global Segment Manager Forming and Molding Tools, will be glad to support you.
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Dr. Ing. Tobias Brögelmann
Global Segment Manager Forming and Molding