The Best Types of Foam for Commercial Seating20230215200806
The Best Types of Foam for Commercial Seating
February 15, 20230 comments
Foam is right at home in the cushioning industry, but not all types are ideal for cushioning applications. When it comes to commercial cushioning, cho...
How a Foam’s Cell Structure Changes its Capabilities20230130195815
How a Foam’s Cell Structure Changes its Capabilities
January 30, 20230 comments
When it comes to foam and thermoplastics, it’s all about the cell structure. Even the smallest changes to a foam’s cells can drastically alter its cap...
The Difference Between K-values, R-values, and U-Values in Foam20230103195359
The Difference Between K-values, R-values, and U-Values in Foam
January 3, 20230 comments
There’s no shortage of specifications when it comes to foam, and many terms aren’t always clear in what they measure. Two common terms that deal with ...
What Makes Cross-Linked Foams Like Polyethylene Different?20221226172306
What Makes Cross-Linked Foams Like Polyethylene Different?
December 26, 20220 comments
When searching for the ideal foam materials for your application, you’ll often encounter the term “cross-linked.” What is a cross-link? It’s a type of...
The Most Common Types of Packaging Foam20221216172037
The Most Common Types of Packaging Foam
December 16, 20220 comments
If you have something to ship and you want to get it to its destination in one piece, foam is your best packaging option. Many foam materials are affo...
Understanding Thermal Conductivity and Resistance in Foam20221130154502
Understanding Thermal Conductivity and Resistance in Foam
November 30, 20220 comments
Foam is often used in applications that require temperature control and insulation because of their level of thermal conductivity and resistance. Whil...
The Essential Qualities of Foam Used in Athletic Padding20221116171636
The Essential Qualities of Foam Used in Athletic Padding
November 16, 20220 comments
Foam is often used in protective athletics applications that include padding, landing mats, and a variety of protective shapes and obstacles used in g...
The Essential Qualities of Waterproof Foams20221026171257
The Essential Qualities of Waterproof Foams
October 26, 20220 comments
Waterproof foams are often used in marine applications, industrial applications that involve heavy exposure to water, moisture, and chemicals, and man...