Intec Foams are a long established supplier of PE Foam, a closed cell Polyethylene foam produced in cross-linked or non cross-linked versions.
With over 30 years’ experience in creating foam, we are able to design and produce any PE Foam to your requirements. We work to tight tolerances and have an excellent turnaround time. With a proven track record within the foam industry. Please see our recent case studies for examples of new foams developed
Cross linked PE foam has superior physical properties. It is a strong and resilient, RoHS Compliant, eco friendly and non-toxic closed cell foam. This makes it ideal for applications in the Food Industry, medical & healthcare, bespoke packaging and more.
Grades
PE Foam comes in a range of different types and grades. Each one may be suited to a particular purpose or application. If you would like a foam made for your particular requirements, please contact us
- Plastazote Foams ( LD15, LD18, LD24,LD29, LD33 & LD45)
- Evazote Foams (EV30 & EV50)
- Supazote EM26
- Sekisui Alveo Foams
- Palziv Foams
- Stratocell Foams (Antistatic available)
- Cross linked and non cross linked
- Colour Foams are available in some grades such as yellow, green, red & blue.
- Black and white are standards.
Properties
PE Foam is one of the most versatile foams we supply. Its inherent properties make it ideal for a huge range of applications.
- Closed cell – does not allow the ingress of water
- Low Density – lightweight
- Chemically Inert – Good for food related applications with some FDA approved
- Excellent Impact & Shock Absorption – a very good packaging foam
- Excellent Chemical Resistance
- Excellent UV and Ozone Resistance – does not readily degrade
- Excellent thermal and chemical sterilization for medical devices
- Excellent Thermal
- Insulation
- Temperature Resistance Typically: -40˚C to +90˚C
Usage
Incredibly versatile properties make PE Foam ideal for use in a range of environments and for many applications.
- Floatation & Buoyancy Devices – Lifejackets, Canoe Buoyancy
- Medical – Orthopaedics, Suture pads, Medical
- Device Packaging
- Seals & Gaskets (with or without self-adhesives)
- Anti – Vibration Pads which can be kiss cut on rolls.
- Shock Absorption Pads,
- Boat Fenders, Crash Mats
- Building & Construction – Sound Insulation. Thermal
- Insulation (Frost Blankets),
- Eaves Fillers, Expansion Joints
- Packaging (Presentatio) Packaging, Tote Trays, Cushion Packaging, Edge Packaging, Corner Protection, Point of Display),
Pond and Swimming Pool Covers
PE Foam Extrusions and Profiles
Foam Extrusion is a process that creates a cross-sectional foam shape by forcing a molten thermoplastic through a die to produce long lengths. Most are 2m lengths to make them easier to handle, with the larger sections cut into 2m lengths. Due to the extrusion process. when the PE Foam cools down it creates an artificial skin on the exterior surface. This gives the foam an extra protection layer. The fine closed cells create a waterproof barrier that also gives an excellent cushioning effect. General Properties:
- Lightweight
- Excellent repeated shock absorption
- Closed cell
- Wide range of shapes and sizes
- Aesthetically pleasing for packaging
- Chemically inert
- Highly resistant to chemicals
- Compatible with all sealing materials
- Environment riendly: free of CFC, HCFC and chemical blowing agents
- 100% recyclable
- Light weight, flexible material, easy to install
- Waterproof