Infrared Heaters for Thermoforming & Vacuum Forming

Yes. Fannon Products designs, engineers, and manufactures fully custom infrared ovens and heating systems tailored to your exact equipment dimensions, production line layout, wattage requirements, and plastic type. Custom systems are available in virtually any length, wattage (250W–6000W+), and voltage configuration to integrate seamlessly with existing thermoforming or vacuum forming machinery.

Fannon Products offers infrared lamps and systems ranging from 250W up to 6000W and beyond. The appropriate wattage depends on the plastic material, sheet thickness, line speed, and desired cycle time. Their engineering team can assist in calculating the correct wattage density for your specific thermoforming or vacuum forming application.

Infrared heaters transfer energy directly to the plastic sheet without heating the surrounding air, resulting in faster heat-up times, more uniform temperature distribution, and significantly shorter cycle times compared to conventional convection ovens. Fannon's lamps achieve 96% radiant efficiency, reducing electrical consumption while improving part quality and consistency.

Fannon Products' infrared lamps are available in a wide range of voltages including 115V, 120V, 208V, 230V, 240V, 277V, 400V, 415V, 480V, 575V, and 600V. This broad voltage compatibility ensures their heating solutions can integrate with virtually any industrial thermoforming or vacuum forming line, both in the USA and internationally.

Fannon Products' twin-tube quartz infrared lamps have a life expectancy of over 5,000 hours, with good resistance to thermal shock for reliable performance in demanding production environments. Proper installation, correct wattage selection, and avoiding physical stress during operation contribute to achieving maximum lamp service life.

Yes. Fannon Products manufactures direct replacement infrared lamps for equipment from multiple OEM manufacturers including Tempco, Anderson Thermal, DryStar, Heraeus, and others. Lamps are typically in stock and ship within 1–2 days from their Algonac, Michigan facility. Custom sizes and specifications are also available for unique or legacy thermoforming equipment.