Logo Rosanna Taglio, colore rettangolare.
Logo Rosanna Taglio, colore rettangolare.

Fabric Preforming

Preforming to add depth, stability, and comfort without cuts.
Icona bianca termoformatura tessuti per intimo e beachwear, Rosanna Taglio.

Fabric thermoforming (also known as preforming), mainly used in the lingerie sector, gives volume and stability to elastic or rigid materials, shaping them using heat molds. It is the ideal solution for obtaining preformed cups without cuts in the paper pattern, improving comfort, fit, and aesthetic cleanliness. From swimwear production to underwear production, thermoforming of elastic and/or rigid fabrics for lingerie and beachwear reduces subsequent processing, ensures repeatability, and limits tension points in stitching.

Technologies and Processes

In our fabric thermoforming room, where we preform and cut cups, we have:
  • Preforming machines for elastic cup covering fabrics;

  • Preforming machines for three-dimensional fabrics;

  • Preforming machines for the production of preformed cups;

  • Kuka robot for cup cutting;

  • Swing arm clicker presses for die cutting

Fabric preforming and variety of molds

We have different types of molds on which we achieve classic, calibrated, or ergonomic fits. The molds have diameters ranging from 90 to 160 mm to cover all sizes, from the smallest to the largest.

After fabric thermoforming, the preformed cups are trimmed using dies or a band saw, using cardboard templates.

Preformed cups: robotic precision and replicable quality

For bra cup molding, we have molds with constant thickness and molds with graduated thickness. We are able to reproduce multiple models based on Customer requests.

Our cups are cut using a KUKA robot with three-dimensional technology, with which we establish the tool path that will always be the same. This allows us to guarantee:

  • maximum cutting precision

  • that the right cup and left cup are identical to each other

  • the position of the “apex” and thicknesses is always constant

3D Spacer and technical materials

We handle three-dimensional fabrics characterized by a structure of planar and transverse yarns interwoven in three dimensions. The result is a cup with superior support, breathability, and lightness, suitable for both technical underwear and performance beachwear. Experience on elastic, rigid, and logoed materials allows us to define parameters that preserve hand, elasticity, and dimensional stability.

Based on this specific peculiarity, after study and research, we have set up part of our machine park for 3D spacer thermoforming.

Applications: underwear, swimwear, and garments with preformed cups

We support underwear production and swimwear production collections, as well as clothing items requiring preformed cups for dresses: from bustiers to bodices, up to tailored garments with invisible internal support. Objective: combining aesthetics and functionality, with stable volumes that maintain shape and comfort over time.

Contact us

Contact us for more information and discover how we can support your company in the fashion world.
info@rosannataglio.it | +39 0732 73474

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