Formable Packaging for Meat, Cheese, Medical & More
When your packaging needs to conform to the shape of your product — and stand up to sealing, shipping, and shelf life demands — thermoforming film is the solution. Used in form-fill-seal (FFS) systems, thermoforming film creates high-quality, form-fitted packaging that protects, preserves, and presents your product beautifully.
Sunrise Packaging Films manufactures precision-engineered thermoformable films tailored to your machine specs, forming depth, barrier requirements, and product type.
What Is Thermoforming Film?
Thermoforming film is a flexible or semi-rigid material used on FFS packaging lines. It’s heated and drawn into cavities to form the bottom tray or pocket that holds the product. A matching top film is then sealed over it, creating a protective and often vacuum-sealed package.
This process is common in food, medical, and industrial packaging, offering strong visual appeal and a durable seal with minimal material usage.
Applications for Thermoforming Films
- Fresh and processed meats
- Cheese and deli items
- Poultry and seafood
- Frozen entrees and ready-to-eat meals
- Medical trays and sterile kits
- Pet foods and treats
- Industrial tools or parts
Whether your package needs to survive shipping, extend shelf life, or comply with food safety regulations, thermoforming films deliver dependable protection and a professional look.
Types of Thermoforming Film
- Flexible Thermoforming Film – Conforms to shape but remains pliable
- Semi-Rigid or High-Stiffness Film – Maintains structure for premium appearance
- High-Barrier Film – Incorporates EVOH, nylon, or foil for oxygen and moisture resistance
- Easy-Peel or Lock-Seal Options – Customize peel strength based on product type
Key Thermoforming Film Features
- Available in thicknesses from 3 to 14 mil
- Engineered for specific draw depths and sealing temperatures
- Compatible with MAP (modified atmosphere packaging)
- FDA-compliant for direct food contact
- Available in clear, opaque, or printed options
Thermoforming Film Structures
Sunrise Packaging Films produces mono-layer and multi-layer coextruded films with custom combinations of:
- Polyethylene (PE) for sealability
- Nylon (PA) for puncture and abrasion resistance
- EVOH for oxygen barrier
- PET for stiffness and clarity
- Tie layers for strong adhesion between polymers
We tailor each film to your machinery — including Multivac, ULMA, Tiromat, and other thermoforming systems — to ensure optimal formability and seal strength.
Thermoforming film is critical for companies that demand reliable form-fill-seal performance without compromising on barrier protection or clarity. Whether you’re packaging deli meats, medical instruments, or frozen meals, choosing the right product can dramatically reduce sealing issues, material waste, and product recalls.
High-quality Multivac barrier films, for example, pair exceptionally well with Sunrise Packaging’s coextruded materials for deep-draw, vacuum, and MAP applications. Our expert team works directly with your production line specs to ensure your thermoforming film delivers consistent results across every cycle.
Why Choose Sunrise Packaging Films?
- Custom-engineered film to match your packaging specs
- Fast response times and short lead windows
- Free packaging line audits and failed seal analysis
- Made in the USA with full traceability
- Sustainable and recyclable options available
Your turn: how can we help?
Not sure if your current thermoforming film is underperforming or overbuilt?
Start a conversation with Sunrise Packaging Films or request a free failed packaging review.
We’ll help you find the ideal forming film — designed for your machine, product, and price point.
Related Terms
- Forming Film
- Non Forming Film
- Rollstock Material
- Coextruded Packaging
- High Barrier Packaging
- HFFS Film
FAQs
Can thermoforming film be printed?
Yes — we offer printed bottom webs and matching top films for full-color branding and regulatory information.
What’s the difference between thermoforming and tray sealing?
Thermoforming forms the tray directly from film during packaging. Tray sealing uses pre-formed rigid trays. Thermoforming is more space- and cost-efficient for many products.
Is recyclable thermoforming film available?
Yes. We offer recyclable mono-material film structures and can help you meet retailer or brand sustainability goals.