For industries that require materials on a large scale, consistency and quality are two of the most important considerations when thousands or even millions of products are being impacted by a batch of materials. This is important not only for one order, but as more and more orders are placed over time, each set of materials is expected to perform to the same specifications as the previous ones, and all orders that follow. To ensure the uniformity of materials ... (Read More)
Category: Industrial
Rebond Foam for Commercial Applications
Products intended for commercial use in hotels, restaurants, airports, and similar venues must be chosen with durability in mind. The sheer amount of wear and tear that commercial facilities are subject to is greater than anything seen in even the liveliest households. People are less careful to protect and preserve something that doesn’t belong to them. As a result, it’s not surprising that commercial products need to either be tough or face frequent repair and replacement in their lifetime. ... (Read More)
Seal the Deal with Foam Factory for Your Gasketing Needs
A gasket is the epitome of “small but strong,” and while they go unnoticed in almost all of their applications, they are also one of the main reasons machinery is able to perform at peak efficiency. Varying in size, shape, and material, gaskets are compressed between two joining components to create a seal, while compensating for materials unable to interlock on their own due to imperfect surfaces. Gaskets can be as simple as the rubber O-ring in a hose ... (Read More)
Quick and Accurate Foam Fabrication with Waterjet Cutting
As consumers and businesses require more control and detail in the manufacturing of products, and with industry demanding more precision and efficiency as well, the machines used to make the things we need increase in complexity by the day. But more often than we realize, it’s the simplest things that do the most, and this principle is what’s behind one of Foam Factory’s most exacting and efficient machines: the waterjet cutter. The original prototypes for water-pressure cutters were only ... (Read More)
Organize Your Tool Collection with DIY Foam Inserts
At the top of the list of the most confounding household mysteries, along with lost socks and disappearing TV remotes, is how the tool we need always seems to be the only one missing from its drawer or chest. Whether a wrench is MIA or the screwdriver you want is buried under a bird’s nest of metal and plastic, it’s maddening to waste 30 minutes looking for a tool that you need for 30 seconds of work. The issue ... (Read More)
Protect Sensitive Electronics with Anti-Static Foam
Any person concerned with the security of goods being shipped or stored understands the importance of appropriate packaging. Not only is opening a box to find a damaged item a disappointment, poorly packed items result in unnecessary costs to both buyers and sellers. Using foam is one of the best ways to make sure something leaves a box in its original condition. Certain products though, may require an extra degree of protection that standard foam is unable to provide. ... (Read More)
Polyethylene Foam: Its Uses, Characteristics, and Varieties
With versatility that makes it the perfect product for a multitude of projects, polyethylene is one of the most utilized but least recognized foam materials on the market. While polystyrene is known for its use in cups and insulation and the soft, and squishy feel of polyurethane foam is something everyone is familiar with, polyethylene is often a forgotten material. But from packaging and flotation devices, to masonry supplies and shock absorbers, it’s hard at work around us every ... (Read More)
Examining Foam Density, Weight, and Firmness Characteristics
In business and industry, words are frequently taken from everyday vernacular and re-defined to serve a specific purpose. These niche languages can unintentionally mislead or confuse people who are familiar with the common meanings of words and phrases, but not an industry’s jargon. Compared to other industries, foam is relatively uncomplicated and easily understood, but at Foam Factory, Inc., we feel it is important to clarify a few misnomers and assumptions about foam and foam products to help individuals ... (Read More)
Get a Creative, Eye-Catching Foam Novelty for Your Event or Business
A creative, custom foam cutout is sure to maximize the value of your promotional product at your next big event. Does your business want to add an extra layer of fun and memorability? Foam Factory has what you need to make your next event a success! Foam can be a great material for promotional items that are aesthetically pleasing. These types of items are fun to receive as part of a prize ensemble in sweepstakes or giveaways. These products ... (Read More)
Expanded Polystyrene Foam: Uses and Qualities
As one of the world’s most popular materials, we use polystyrene daily, often times without even noticing. Beyond the visible goods we encounter (cups, food trays, coolers, toys and packaging material), polystyrene is also used as a component in insulation, flotation devices, and construction. Its versatility, practicality, and affordability is why Foam Factory, Inc. offers polystyrene in 4-pack quantities to suit commercial, residential, or personal needs, whatever they may be. There are two main varieties of polystyrene foam, defined ... (Read More)
