FIM | Foam INJECTION MOLDING
HIGH QUALITY, ECONOMICAL AND SUSTAINABLE.The innovative technology for robust, high‑quality plastic trim components made from sustainable materials.
FIM Technology – High‑Quality Plastic Components with Excellent Surface Finish
FIM (Foam Injection Molding) is a combined manufacturing process in which a thermoformed, fully pigmented plastic film is precisely back‑injected during the injection molding process. This results in robust and cost‑efficient plastic components with excellent surface quality and integrated functional features.
The FIM process is particularly suitable for large‑volume series production and meets the highest requirements in terms of component stability, cost efficiency, and surface quality. Brilliant, durable surfaces are achieved without additional painting. FIM offers high design freedom and is ideal for demanding exterior and interior applications.
FIM (Foam Injection Molding) is a combined manufacturing process in which a thermoformed, fully pigmented plastic film is precisely back‑injected during the injection molding process. This results in robust and cost‑efficient plastic components with excellent surface quality and integrated functional features.
The FIM process is particularly suitable for large‑volume series production and meets the highest requirements in terms of component stability, cost efficiency, and surface quality. Brilliant, durable surfaces are achieved without additional painting. FIM offers high design freedom and is ideal for demanding exterior and interior applications.
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surfaces - Attractive
Component costs - Freedom
of Design - Sustainable
Materials
What Is FIM (Foam Injection Molding)?
FIM (Foam Injection Molding) enables the series‑ready and highly cost‑efficient production of high‑quality plastic components. Compared to conventional composite solutions, component and tooling costs can be reduced by up to 40%.
Your Benefits at a Glance
FIM (Foam Injection Molding) enables the series‑ready and highly cost‑efficient production of high‑quality plastic components. Compared to conventional composite solutions, component and tooling costs can be reduced by up to 40%.
Your Benefits at a Glance
- High surface quality achieved through fully pigmented ABS/PMMA films – UV‑resistant, durable, and without the need for painting
- High design freedom for complex geometries, fine details, and functional surfaces
- Attractive component costs thanks to efficient material usage and short cycle times
- Sustainable and recyclable, based on the use of purely thermoplastic materials
HOW DOES FOAM INJECTION MOLDING WORK?
Versatile surfaces
FIM enables a wide range of exterior surface designs. The surfaces always impress with their durability and the wide range of colour options.
Class-A
Coating
Partnership from beginning to end
PARAT Technology is the safe choice for your project - we are at your side every step of the way, from the idea to the market launch.Our modern systems and the concentrated expertise of our employees guarantee first-class results at all times.
FULL-SERVICE PARTNER
Extensive Know-How
Modern
Machines
High supply
Reliability
FAQs about FIM
Our FIM technology combines thermoforming with foam injection molding (similar to the MuCell process). This coordinated process chain produces components that combine high‑quality, glossy surfaces with the structural advantages of an injection‑molded core, resulting in stable and visually sophisticated parts.
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What distinguishes FIM technology?
Our FIM technology combines thermoforming with foam injection molding (similar to the MuCell process). This coordinated process chain produces components that combine high‑quality, glossy surfaces with the structural advantages of an injection‑molded core, resulting in stable and visually sophisticated parts.
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What is the maximum component size that can be produced?
The maximum size of a one‑piece component is approximately 2800 × 1800 mm, limited by available machinery. Larger components can be produced via an intelligent multi‑part approach.
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Which products are particularly suitable for FIM technology?
FIM components have a broad application range. The technology is especially well‑suited for large exterior parts with high annual volumes, such as truck panels, tractor hoods, fenders and other high‑quality trim parts.
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Is FIM technology economical for high‑volume series production?
Thanks to short cycle times, moderate tooling costs and high design freedom, FIM is ideal for annual volumes starting at approximately 3,000 units.
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Can FIM components be recycled?
As FIM components are fully thermoplastic in both the skin and the foam core, the structure can be mechanically separated and all materials can be reused for new applications.