Polyethylene Foam

Polyethylene Foam is closed cell and produced in cross-linked or non cross-linked versions. Cross linked foams are superior in physical properties.

Polyethylene Foam is strong resilient closed cell foam, used for a variety of applications. Cross-linked versions are longer lasting and physical properties are much better. A wide range of densities and hardness’s are available too. Available in Rolls, Sheets or cut to size or shape. There are many thicknesses and densities available ranging from special 0.2mm grades to virtually any thickness up to 100mm. Thicker sections can be created by lamination.

Foam Grades

Plastazote Foams
Evazote Foams
Sekisui Alveo Foams
Palziv Foams
Stratocell Foams

Properties

Closed cell
Low Density - lightweight
Chemically Inert
Excellent Impact Absorption
Excellent Chemical Resistance
Excellent UV and Ozone Resistance
Excellent Thermal Insulation
Temperature Resistance: -40˚C to +90˚C

Typical Uses of Polyethylene foams

Floatation & Buoyancy Devices
Medical Applications
Seals & Gaskets
Vibration Pads
Sound Insulation
Packaging
Thermal Insulation
Frost Blankets
Eaves Fillers
Expansion Joints
Floor Underlay
Orthopaedics
Boat Fenders
Pond Covers

Routed Polyethylene Foam

Routing is a process that allows foams to be cut with internal shapes and cut out’s that are set a different depths to give a Presentation Packaging piece. With 3 and 5 axis CNC machines, low volume 3-D shapes can be created.

This process is ideal for Polyethylene Foam and gives an excellent finish.

Polyethylene Foam Extrusions

Extrusion is a process that creates a cross sectional foam shape and it is made in long lengths.

Polyethylene Foam Tubes, Edge Protectors and Cord products are available, many of which are kept in stock. Special shapes can be produced, subject to minimum quantities depending on the size of the profile.

Typical uses

Pipe Lagging/ Protection
Edge protection
Backer Rods
Corner protection
Special Profiles can be produced - subject to Minimum Order Quantities

Should you have a specific requirement or enquiry for these products or any other potential application, please give us a call for a friendly impartial discussion, or simply complete our online web form or email us at: info@intecfoams.co.uk and we will respond immediately.