Balancing Cushioning and Support in Foam Packaging Applications20250919160902

Balancing Cushioning and Support in Foam Packaging Applications

Amcon FoamSeptember 19, 20250 comments
Packaging engineers are tasked with solving a complex challenge: how to prevent shock, vibration, and impact damage while also providing enough struct...
How Foam Thickness Affects Performance in Gasketing Applications20250909155343

How Foam Thickness Affects Performance in Gasketing Applications

Amcon FoamSeptember 9, 20250 comments
Foam gaskets are one of the most commonly used components for sealing, cushioning, isolating, and insulating across a wide range of industries, from a...
Choosing the Right Foam for Harsh Marine Environments20250829145033

Choosing the Right Foam for Harsh Marine Environments

Amcon FoamAugust 29, 20250 comments
Marine environments are one of the most demanding settings for foam materials. Saltwater corrosion, constant UV exposure, extreme temperatures, and re...
Fire-Retardant Foam for Packaging Applications in Volatile Industries20250815142855

Fire-Retardant Foam for Packaging Applications in Volatile Industries

Amcon FoamAugust 15, 20250 comments
When shipping components in high-risk or volatile environments ordinary packaging materials often fall short. In these industries, which can include a...
Understanding the Science Behind Reliable Floatation Foam20250724160418

Understanding the Science Behind Reliable Floatation Foam

Amcon FoamJuly 24, 20250 comments
Marine applications, especially those requiring flotation foam, are heavily reliant upon maintaining regulatory compliance and long-term durability. T...
The Hidden Costs of Using Low-Quality Packaging Foam20250716155323

The Hidden Costs of Using Low-Quality Packaging Foam

Amcon FoamJuly 16, 20250 comments
When it comes to packaging products for shipping, many businesses view foam as a commodity. One piece looks like another, so why not choose the cheape...
The Benefits of Beaded Foam20250627151105

The Benefits of Beaded Foam

Amcon FoamJune 27, 20250 comments
When it comes to lightweight protection, thermal insulation, and structural stability, few materials check as many boxes as beaded foam. From protecti...
Find the Right Balance of Flexibility and Rigidity in Your Foam20250613151116

Find the Right Balance of Flexibility and Rigidity in Your Foam

Amcon FoamJune 13, 20250 comments
Many types of foam look the same on the outside but pick them up and handle them and you will find that they are quite different in terms of their com...