Precision Thermal
Control for Technical Polymers
Thermoforming technical polymers is a science of managing temperature windows with extraordinary accuracy.
PA6.12, PA12, TPE and PP, TPV each respond differently to heat:
- some require narrow softening ranges,
- others demand rapid heat transfer,
- others still are highly sensitive to overheating and crystallinity shifts.
KEPKA furnaces ensure the polymer receives uniform convection-based heating without direct radiation or hotspots.
Dynamic airflow — engineered through our ThermoTurbulence™ platform — stabilizes the temperature across the length and circumference of each tube, no matter how complex its geometry.
The result is:
- stress-free shaping,
- perfect radius formation,
- dimensional stability after cooling,
- preservation of wall thickness,
- elimination of blistering, whitening or micro-cracks.
Thermal Processing for Data Center Cooling Infrastructure
KEPKA delivers advanced furnace technologies for the thermal processing of components used in modern Data Center Cooling systems.
Our solutions support the manufacturing of reinforced cooling pipes, heat exchangers and liquid-cooling components,
ensuring superior mechanical strength, thermal resistance and long-term reliability in mission-critical cooling environments.
Modular Furnace Architecture
for Process Flexibility
KEPKA thermoforming lines can be configured as:
Chamber Furnaces
Ideal for batch forming, R&D, prototyping and flexible production of multiple tube geometries.
Tunnel Furnaces
Designed for high-throughput automotive production, inline forming cells, multi-station bending units and robotic handling systems.
Multi-Zone Temperature Control
Zones can be independently controlled to preheat, shape and stabilize different polymer areas at varying temperatures — critical for multi-radius tubes or materials with variable wall thickness.
Preheating Systems for Thermoforming — Controlled Heating Before Forming
KEPKA delivers complete preheating technologies designed for controlled and repeatable heating of products prior to placement in forming tools. These systems play a critical role in thermoforming processes, where precise temperature preparation directly influences forming accuracy, material flow and final dimensional stability.
Our preheating solutions are engineered with a strong focus on ergonomics, process repeatability and long-term industrial durability. Depending on material type, geometry and production volume, KEPKA supplies infrared-based preheating ovens for rapid surface activation as well as advanced convection preheating systems with forced air circulation for uniform heat penetration.
Interated Process Stability
Cooling & Calibration
Many thermoforming operations require post-heat calibration, dimension fixing or cooling.
KEPKA systems can integrate:
- inline cooling zones,
- forced-air calibration,
- controlled stabilization sections,
- chillers and cooling modules for high-throughput BEV lines.
This ensures the tube retains the intended geometry long after forming and remains stable in later assembly.
Applications Across Automotive,
Aerospace & Household Industries
Our thermoforming systems are deployed worldwide in:
- Automotive OEM & Tier 1 suppliers
- EV battery cooling systems and BEV thermal-management modules
- Aerospace and lightweight-structure manufacturing
- AGD (household appliances) requiring robust polymer conduits
- R&D and pilot-scale material labs
Wherever a polymer tube must behave exactly as intended — without dimensional drift or material fatigue — KEPKA systems provide the thermal foundation.
Wide Product Length Range
and Multiple Configurations
KEPKA preheating systems are designed for products with lengths ranging from 600 mm up to 4500 mm, covering a broad spectrum of thermoforming applications. Multiple configurations are available, allowing adaptation to different materials, wall thicknesses and cycle times.
Modular construction enables easy integration with forming stations, robotic handling systems or continuous production lines, while maintaining flexibility for future process adjustments.
Ergonomic Design
and High-Cycle Industrial Operation
Preheating ovens are designed as operator-friendly workstations or fully integrated production modules, enabling safe and efficient handling of components before forming. The systems are optimized for millions of heating cycles, making them suitable for high-volume automotive and industrial thermoforming applications.
Controlled airflow, stable temperature distribution and short response times ensure that each component enters the forming tool within the defined thermal window, minimizing scrap and improving process consistency.
Summary
KEPKA Thermoforming Systems combine precise thermal preparation, CFD-engineered airflow, multi-material process tuning and industrial reliability to deliver flawless shaping of high-performance polymer tubes. Whether for fuel circuits, battery-cooling assemblies, HVAC systems or technical conduits in household appliances, our thermoforming furnaces provide the thermal stability needed for today’s and tomorrow’s mobility industries.
