knowledge matrix on Instagram: "A flat plastic sheet is first secured and warmed until it reaches a soft, workable state. At its forming point — typically around 160–200°C for materials like ABS or polypropylene — the sheet becomes pliable enough to shape. A mold then draws it in using vacuum or pressure, capturing every contour and feature. As the material cools, it solidifies into a tough, long-lasting component. This is the step-by-step transformation of a simple sheet into a fully shaped par