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Access our comprehensive design resources including material selection guides, design considerations, technical data sheets, and interactive tools to optimize your foam applications.

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Access comprehensive guides, technical data, and design tools to optimize your foam applications

Technical Guides

Comprehensive guides covering material selection, design considerations, and application best practices.

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Data Sheets

Detailed technical specifications for all our materials, including physical properties and performance data.

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Design Tools

Interactive tools to help you select materials, calculate requirements, and optimize your designs.

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Technical Guides

Comprehensive resources to support your design process

Material Selection Guide

Material Selection Guide

Comprehensive guide to selecting the optimal foam material for your specific application requirements.

  • Material property comparison
  • Application-specific recommendations
  • Environmental considerations
  • Cost optimization strategies
Download PDF (2.4 MB)

Design Considerations Guide

Essential design considerations for foam applications to ensure optimal performance and manufacturability.

  • Compression set guidelines
  • Temperature effects
  • Tolerance considerations
  • Design for manufacturability
Download PDF (3.1 MB)

Adhesive Selection Guide

Comprehensive guide to selecting the right adhesive for your foam application and substrate materials.

  • Adhesive types and properties
  • Substrate compatibility
  • Environmental considerations
  • Application methods
Download PDF (1.8 MB)

Fabrication Guide

Detailed information on foam fabrication methods, capabilities, and design considerations for optimal manufacturing.

  • Cutting methods and tolerances
  • Die cutting considerations
  • Lamination techniques
  • Assembly recommendations
Download PDF (2.7 MB)

Technical Data Sheets

Detailed specifications for our complete materials portfolio

Material Grade Density Temperature Range Key Properties Data Sheet
XLPE XL-100 1.5 - 6.0 lb/ft³ -70°C to 100°C Thermal insulation, chemical resistance View
PVC PV-100 3.0 - 15.0 lb/ft³ -20°C to 80°C Weather resistance, flame retardancy View
EPDM EP-100 2.0 - 8.0 lb/ft³ -40°C to 120°C Weather resistance, UV stability, ozone resistance View
Urethane UR-100 1.5 - 20.0 lb/ft³ -40°C to 90°C Abrasion resistance, load bearing, resilience View
PVN PVN-100 3.0 - 10.0 lb/ft³ -30°C to 90°C Chemical resistance, oil resistance View
PET PET-100 2.0 - 12.0 lb/ft³ -30°C to 100°C Recyclability, dimensional stability View

Interactive Design Tools

Optimize your foam application design with our interactive tools

Material Selector Tool

Interactive tool to help you select the optimal material based on your specific application requirements and performance criteria.

Compare material properties
Filter by application requirements
Generate material recommendations
Export results to PDF
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Compression Calculator

Calculate compression force, deflection, and compression set for various foam materials based on your application parameters.

Calculate compression force
Determine optimal thickness
Estimate compression set over time
Generate performance graphs
Launch Tool

Thermal Performance Estimator

Estimate thermal insulation performance and temperature effects for various foam materials in your specific application environment.

Calculate R-value
Estimate thermal conductivity
Model temperature effects
Compare material options
Launch Tool

Cost Optimization Tool

Analyze material and design options to optimize cost while maintaining performance requirements for your foam application.

Compare material costs
Analyze design alternatives
Identify cost-saving opportunities
Generate cost comparison reports
Launch Tool

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