ILLIG thermoforming machines used for sale

Illig is a German brand of machinery for the production of thermoformed products with more than 60 years in the market. Its thermoforming machinery for sale is used for the production of products such as: plastic doors, yogurt cups, plastic food containers, automotive parts, toy packaging.
MachinePoint has used thermoforming machines for sale, used cutting presses and blister skinpack machines. The thermoforming machine models for sale are: SB74, RDK and RDM mainly. The Illig RDM-K is mainly used for the production of cups and tubs from many cavities. Illig UA thermoforming machines are highly efficient. The Illig RDK 90 thermoforming machines are used for the manufacture of trays and packaging of fresh products. The model RDM 70K is suitable for yoghurt containers.
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    • ILLIG Machines sold in the past:

    Min forming Area: 400x250mm Mold width between film transport max. 724, min 420mm Tool length in feed direction max 538mm, min 274mm Feed length. max. 540, min. 250 Molding height above the film level max. 120 Molding height below the film level. max. .4ö Table stroke top max. 160 Table stroke below max. 195 Upper frame stroke top max. 140 Heating length of the top heater 2000mm Heating length of bottom heater 1875mm Delivery capacity of the vacuum pump max. 100m3/h Mold clamping force max. 80kN Mold pressure. max. 2 Amount of heat to be dissipated max. 40 000 Compressed air tank 12 l Max. number of cycles 35 Steel rule punch Number of cycles max. 35 Punching Force max 500 kN Tool width between foil transport. max. 724mm Tool length in feed direction max.538mm Punching dimension in feed direction. max.514mm Punching dimension transverse to the feed direction max.704mm Tool height at the upper table max. 140mm Tool height at upper table min.80mm Tool height at lower table max.60mm Punched part height above the foil levelmax. 120mm Punched part height below the foil level max. 40 Table stroke top max. 128mm Table stroke below max. 52mm Heating plate temperature max. 200C Individual electrical connection values Table drive -servomotor 2kW Steel strip cutting heating.7,2kW Total electrical connection max. 17.5kW Stacking station (stacking direction upwards) Number of cycles max. 35/min Stacking height 400mm Rewinder device (integrated in the frame) Punching grid roller diameter max. 600mm Chiller included Tool-Temp TT-2800-DG
    Forming area min. 300x100 mm Forming height above/below sheet : 100/30 mm Sheet width: max./min. 550/340 mm Max. number of cycles: 18/minute depending on materials Pneumatic system Plug assist Vertical adjustment of the lower part of the forming table Stacking unit with unloading
    Thermoformer : Forming area min-max : 100x300 - 350x500mm Height of forming above working level max : 100mm Height of forming below working level max : 30mm Width of material min-max : 340-540mm Connected load of upper heating : 9.8 kW Length of upper heating : 875mm Connected load of lower heating : 5.6 kW Length of lower heating : 500mm Stroke of lower frame : 45mm Diameter of material roll : 600mm Cutting : Max. cutting area : 350x 500 mm Cutting pressure : 250 kN Min./max. height of cutting line : 80/110 mm Connected load of heater for steel rule die : 4kW Complete machine (Thermoformer and cutting) Number of cycles max. : 20 Total connected load with upper heating : 13.7kW Total connected load with upper and lower heating : 19.3kW Total connected load with upper and lower heating and heating of steel rule die : 23.3 kW Total air consumption/cycle with max. stroke length : 45 NL Operating pressure min. : 6 bar Recommended actual capacity of compressor : 1,200 NL/min. Roll diameter of skeletal web max. : 600 mm Working level above floor : 1,100mm Total width incl. control cabinet : 1,930mm Total length incl. material roll stand : 6,330 mm Total height : 2,050 mm Weight of machine 3000 kg This machine has a Motoman robot installed that was used to collect the parts produced and stack them on a conveyor belt. This was important due to the size of the parts that has been produced (too small) The machine has 193.111 working hours but had a big inspection and a lot of critical parts replaced by Illig in 2022.
    Max. sheet length: 1000mm Max. sheet width: 700mm Forming area: 960x660mm Max. negative/positive forming depth: 300mm Automatic bubbling controlled by photocell Pneumatically-driven top piston, motorized remote stroke adjustment, standard changeover program, digital speed adjustment (7 levels) via valve cascade, automatic clamping included 4 reinforced fans at 22 m3/min 4-nozzle water mist cooling system BE P loading and unloading unit for working from the sheet stack Sheet magazine Loading device with quick-fit suction sheet holder Double grip control Automatic adjustment of transport width and length Sheet magazine with automatic plate centering device by motorized columns, with settings backup, changeover program, motorized sheet strippers. Upper and lower preheating on loading unit with possibility of mounting a thermoregulated holding frame for working with a sealed box with pneumatic sheet support, "Joystick" upper preheating with 5-zone control, lower preheating with 3-zone isothermal control Vacuum pump for pick-up of grained sheets Working hours : 5718 Available for sale too (not included in the price) : Horizontal band saw Hema HTR 600 year 2001
    Min-max material width: 150-495mm Min-max feed: 50-280mm Upper heating power: 9.5kW Lower heating power: 6.9 kW Installed power: 18.3 kW

    Learn more about ILLIG and its machinery


  • Foundation and Evolution: ILLIG was founded in 1946 by Adolf Illig in Heilbronn, Germany. Originally started as a mechanical repair workshop, it became a global leader in thermoforming machinery. In 1964, ILLIG founded its mold and tool shop, and in 1967, significantly expanded its production. Over the following decades, the company introduced multiple innovations, such as tilt technology in 1984 and in-mold labeling (IML-T®) in 1993. Throughout its more than 75 years of history, ILLIG has established multiple global subsidiaries and developed a strong reputation for innovation and quality in the thermoforming industry.
    • ILLIG machines enable the production of:
  • Thin-walled plastic containers for food and beverages.
  • Medical trays and devices.
  • Automotive components.
  • Blister and skin packaging.
  • Horticultural products like plant pots.
    • ILLIG incorporates various advanced technologies in its machines, such as:
  • IML-T® (In-Mold Labeling): Reduces weight and offers a wide range of graphic options.
  • TLC® (ThermoLineControl): Centralized control concept that improves productivity and facilitates line operation.
  • IC (Intelligent Control Concept): Intelligent control system that optimizes thermoforming processes.
  • Vacuum and Pressure Forming Technologies: To produce high-quality parts with recyclable and biodegradable materials.
    • In the industry, ILLIG machines are also known as thermoforming systems, vacuum and pressure forming equipment, and in-mold labeling machines.
    ILLIG machines, renowned for their quality and efficiency in the plastics and packaging industry, offer a wide range of prices depending on the type of equipment. Used ILLIG Trim Presses have an average price starting from €13,000, making them an economical option for specific cutting and forming operations.
    Used ILLIG blister and skin machines, used for secure and attractive product packaging, have an average price of €25,000. These machines offer excellent value for money, providing efficient solutions for product protection and presentation.
    On the other hand, Used ILLIG thermoformers, essential for the production of high-quality, precision packaging, have an average price of €60,000. These machines are highly valued for their ability to produce large volumes with superior quality, justifying their higher cost.

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