Plasterformer

Plasterformer is a term used in several industries to refer to devices or personnel involved in shaping plaster into predefined forms or casts. There is no single universal definition, and the meaning varies by context.

In construction and plastering, a plasterformer can denote a form or mold used to guide the application of wet plaster to create consistent profiles, shapes, or decorative moldings. These forms may be manual, relying on templates and trowels, or part of powered equipment that shapes or compresses plaster against a predetermined surface to achieve repeatable results.

In dental technology and medical modeling, a plasterformer (often associated with model forming) refers to equipment that helps prepare or stabilize plaster or stone models derived from impressions. The goal is to produce accurate replicas of teeth, arches, or jaw relationships for diagnostic, restorative, or orthodontic work. This use emphasizes dimension control and reproducibility of cast models.

In art, sculpture, and archaeology, plasterformers describe templates, molds, or mounting devices used to shape plaster into casts for sculpture, architectural ornament, or reproductions of artifacts. They enable consistent surfaces and accurate proportions across multiple copies.

Because the term is not standardized, the exact meaning depends on the industry and the equipment or personnel involved. Plasterformers share a common goal: to produce consistent plaster shapes efficiently and with controlled thickness, detail, and accuracy.

See also: plaster, plaster mold, gypsum, cast, mold, formwork.