{"id":2011,"date":"2025-12-18T15:12:32","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T15:12:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/ops-for-thermoforming\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T23:15:50","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T23:15:50","slug":"ops-for-thermoforming","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/plastic-materials-for-thermoforming\/ops-for-thermoforming\/","title":{"rendered":"OPS for Thermoforming"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"2011\" class=\"elementor elementor-2011 elementor-509\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53cbbd5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"53cbbd5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b3caee9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-global elementor-global-1141 elementor-widget-breadcrumbs\" data-id=\"3b3caee9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"breadcrumbs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<nav><span class=\"last\">Converforma<\/span><\/nav>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f23c42c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f23c42c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4a18a9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"c4a18a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"cfh hero hero-sm\"><div class=\"c\"><div><h1 class=\"sm\">OPS Thermoforming<\/h1><div class=\"lead\"><p>A solution valued in the packaging industry for its excellent optical clarity, structural rigidity, and premium product presentation. OPS is an oriented polystyrene material that offers a crystal-like appearance, allowing for full visibility of the contents, which is key in food applications.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ctas\"><a class=\"btn btn-y\" href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/contact\/\">Request a quote <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"btn btn-o\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/528115774537\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Message us on WhatsApp<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"hero-img\"><div class=\"frame\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ops-clamshell-cookie-packaging.webp\" alt=\"Thermoformed OPS clamshell packaging for cookies\" class=\"on\" fetchpriority=\"high\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9bc2ff e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a9bc2ff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90ce8c9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"90ce8c9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"cfh sec-wrap\"><div class=\"sec\"><div class=\"c\"><div class=\"sec-h2\"><div><span class=\"bar\"><\/span><h2>The 3 Advantages of OPS<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"pp\"><p>Transparent and lightweight, widely used in thermoformed packaging for food due to its excellent \u201ccrystal-like\u201d appearance and good processability for trays and clamshells.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"grid \"><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"icw\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.9\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M2 12s3.6-7 10-7 10 7 10 7-3.6 7-10 7S2 12 2 12z\"\/><circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"3\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"bd\"><h3>High Transparency<\/h3><div class=\"txt\"><p>OPS offers a superior level of transparency and shine, ideal for packaging where the product must be fully visible. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"icw\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.9\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M12 7c-1.5-2-5-2.2-6.5.5S5 15 7.5 19c1.2 1.9 3 1.5 4.5.5 1.5 1 3.3 1.4 4.5-.5 2.5-4 3.5-8.8 2-11.5S13.5 5 12 7z\"\/><path d=\"M12 7c0-2 1-3.5 3-4\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"bd\"><h3>FDA Food Grade<\/h3><div class=\"txt\"><p>Complies with international regulations for food contact, making it a safe option for food packaging.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"card\"><div class=\"icw\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.9\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><path d=\"M12 3l2.2 5.8L20 11l-5.8 2.2L12 19l-2.2-5.8L4 11l5.8-2.2z\"\/><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"bd\"><h3>Efficient<\/h3><div class=\"txt\"><p>Helps reduce packaging weight and is often price-competitive compared to other plastic alternatives.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76e4a4c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"76e4a4c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c2166a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"c2166a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"cfh sec-wrap alt\"><div class=\"sec\"><div class=\"c\"><div class=\"sec-h2\"><div><span class=\"bar\"><\/span><h2>OPS Thermoformed Products<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"pp\"><p>We manufacture OPS trays and clamshells for food that combine a crystal-clear appearance with lightweight and functional packaging. They are ideal for displaying products with excellent visibility and for applications such as bakery and pastry, cookies, fruits and vegetables, salads, snacks, and take-out food, offering a clean and attractive presentation at the point of sale.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pet-base-and-lid-bakery-packaging.webp\" data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"cfgal\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pet-base-and-lid-bakery-packaging.webp\" alt=\"Thermoformed PET base and lid packaging for bakery\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ops-clamshell-cookie-packaging.webp\" data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"cfgal\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ops-clamshell-cookie-packaging.webp\" alt=\"Thermoformed OPS clamshell packaging for cookies\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cake-base-and-lid-container.webp\" data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"cfgal\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cake-base-and-lid-container.webp\" alt=\"Thermoformed base and lid container for cakes\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ops-egg-tray-container.webp\" data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"cfgal\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ops-egg-tray-container.webp\" alt=\"Thermoformed OPS egg tray container\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ops-lid-aluminum-container.webp\" data-elementor-open-lightbox=\"yes\" data-elementor-lightbox-slideshow=\"cfgal\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ops-lid-aluminum-container.webp\" alt=\"Thermoformed OPS lid for aluminum base containers\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-521259e e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"521259e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3dd0102 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"3dd0102\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"cfh sec-wrap\"><div class=\"sec\"><div class=\"c\"><div class=\"faq2\"><div class=\"faq-intro\"><span class=\"kick\">FAQ<\/span><h2>OPS Thermoforming: FAQs<\/h2><p>Have another question? Write to us and our team will answer.<\/p><a class=\"btn btn-g\" href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/contact\/\">Request a quote \u2192<\/a><\/div><div class=\"faq-body\"><div class=\"cf-faq\"><details><summary><h3>What is OPS?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Oriented polystyrene, a clear, rigid plastic with a glass-like look, widely used in thermoformed food packaging.<\/p><\/details><details><summary><h3>What is OPS used for?<\/h3><\/summary><p>Mainly for <a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/products-trays-blisters-and-clamshells\/thermoformed-trays\/\">trays<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/products-trays-blisters-and-clamshells\/thermoformed-clamshell-packaging\/\">clamshells<\/a> for bakery, pastry, cookies and confectionery, where you want to showcase the product in lightweight packaging.<\/p><\/details><details><summary><h3>Should I choose OPS or PET?<\/h3><\/summary><p>OPS is lightweight and usually price-competitive. <a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/plastic-materials-for-thermoforming\/pet-for-thermoforming-high-clarity-packaging\/\">PET<\/a> offers more strength and is more widely recycled. We help you decide based on your product, cost and sustainability goals.<\/p><\/details><p class=\"cf-faq-links\"><a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/frequently-asked-questions\/\">See all FAQs \u2192<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/contact\/\"><strong>Request a quote \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c6a0e1 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4c6a0e1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8fb551a elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"8fb551a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"cfh certs\"><div class=\"c\"><p>Quality and food-safety certifications<span>We manufacture to international standards.<\/span><\/p><div class=\"logos\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/BSI-Assurance-Mark-ISO-9001-2015.png\" alt=\"ISO 9001:2015\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/FSSC22000-1.png\" alt=\"FSSC 22000\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/logo_smeta.png\" alt=\"SMETA\"><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"cfh cta-band\"><div class=\"c\"><div class=\"box\"><div><h2>Have a thermoformed packaging project?<\/h2><p>Tell us about your product and our engineering team will help you design the right packaging.<\/p><\/div><a class=\"btn btn-y\" href=\"https:\/\/converforma.mx\/en\/contact\/\">Request a quote \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Converforma OPS Thermoforming A solution valued in the packaging industry for its excellent optical clarity, structural rigidity, and premium product presentation. 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