Plastic components for caravans

The thermoforming process enables the cost-efficient production of complex and large components in a single step. It offers design flexibility, as a wide variety of shapes and contours can be created for the interior and exterior parts of the caravan. The process is ideal for the production of cladding, roof structures, or covers that are lightweight, robust, and aesthetically appealing. In addition, changes in design can be implemented quickly by adapting the tools, which is particularly advantageous for individually designed caravan models.

Modern plastics for caravans are not only durable, but have also become more environmentally friendly. Many of the materials used are recyclable and production residues can be returned to the manufacturing process. Lighter plastic components also help to reduce fuel consumption, which lowers CO2 emissions during caravan use. Companies such as swissplast are increasingly focusing on sustainable production methods and environmentally friendly materials in order to minimize the ecological footprint of the caravan industry. In this context, we have also been offsetting our own greenhouse gas emissions for many years and are therefore CO2-neutral.

Caravans are constantly exposed to changing weather conditions, from intense UV radiation and rain to extreme temperature fluctuations. High-quality plastic components offer excellent resistance to deformation, fading, and cracking. They are water-repellent, corrosion-free, and even resistant to chemical stresses such as road salt. These properties make them ideal for long-term use, as they reduce maintenance costs and extend the service life of the caravan.

Plastic components are used in a wide variety of applications in caravan construction—from roof hatches, exterior aprons, and bumpers to interior trim, furniture, and sanitary facilities. In the interior, they provide lightweight, functional, and visually appealing solutions, while on the exterior, they impress with their robustness and weather resistance. Tanks, insulation, and technical covers are also made of plastic, as the material is not only lightweight but also flexible and adaptable, thus meeting the various requirements of caravan construction.

swissplast is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of plastic components for caravans. Our thermoformed parts for caravans and motorhomes are used both indoors and outdoors and meet the highest quality standards. Our product range is extensive: swissplast already produces light carriers, rear light carriers, aprons, side skirts, bottle box covers, drawbar covers, wheel arch shells, wheel arch trims, and wheel covers. All caravan components have extremely high impact resistance, UV resistance, and weather stability. In addition, combining plastic caravan parts with other composite materials such as leather, imitation leather, or fabric is no challenge, enabling us to create an elegant look inside the caravan as well.

When it comes to caravan cladding, there are virtually no limits: whether interior cladding, fittings, door paneling, seat covers, ceiling cladding, or storage surfaces—we can respond flexibly to customer requirements and produce customized thermoformed parts for caravans. We also have a high level of expertise in the field of exterior cladding for caravans, thanks to our many years of experience. Among other things, we manufacture light carriers, bezels, drawbar covers, aprons, wheel covers, and other exterior components. All our products can be modified as desired after thermoforming using CNC milling or assembly production. These diverse options raise the quality of our plastic molded parts for caravans to an even higher level.

One of our core products that we manufacture for the caravan market is the caravan shower tray. A wet room in a caravan is a highlight of any caravan interior, as it increases the comfort of the caravan. We are happy to supply the necessary individual components for a wet room in a caravan, such as washbasins for caravans, shower columns for caravans, or shower trays for caravans. Here, too, we guarantee millimeter-precise manufacturing of the caravan parts for uncomplicated installation. We also attach great importance to the quality of the materials so that even after many years of intensive use, wear and tear on components such as the shower column, sink, or shower tray is kept to a minimum.