Cross-linked polyethylene (PE foam)
Crosslinked polyethylene is a thermoplastic and is by far the most commonly used foam for packaging worldwide. In cross-linked PE foams, the polymer chains are chemically or physically connected to one another at certain points and form a three-dimensional network. Cross-linked PE foam has a fine, regular and closed cell structure and therefore a smooth surface. crosslinked polyethylene is used in a wide variety of industries, such as automotive, construction and packaging industries.
Cross-linked polyethylene: Typical properties
The closed cell structure offers excellent heat and cold insulation properties. In addition, cross-linked polyethylene absorbs almost no water. The cross-linked PE foams are primarily used in... case inserts, Seals, reusable packaging, medical upholstery, technical parts and other upholstery.
PE FOAM: durable and long lasting
Cross-linked PE foam often becomes more sensitive for packaging electronic components, glassware, automotive parts, medical devices and other items that require cushioning and protection during transport. Crosslinked PE foam is resistant to chemicals and oils, making it suitable for packaging products that may come into contact with various substances during transportation. Cross-linked PE foam is durable and long-lasting, meaning it can be used for multiple deliveries or reused for different packaging needs.
BENEFITS OF CROSSLINKED PE:
- Excellent cushioning properties
- reusable
- Available in ESD/FR
- Low water absorption
- Suitable for food
- Good chemical resistance
- Customizable
NOVAPOR FOAM
Over 100 different material qualities constantly available for you, in numerous colors and densities.
PHYSICAL PE FOAM:
ZOTEFOAM Materials:
| QUALITY | DENSITY | HARDNESS | COLORS | DIMENSIONS - BLOCK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PLASTAZOTE LD15 |
15kg/m³ |
43kPa
|
white / black |
2000x1000x52mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD18 |
18kg/m³
|
43kPa |
white |
2000x1000x52mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD24 |
24kg/m³ |
52kPa |
white |
2000x1000x52mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD24 FR |
24kg/m³ |
51kPa |
black |
1500x1000x30mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD29 |
29 kg / m³ |
53kPa |
white / black |
2000x1000x52mm 2000x1200x52mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD30 SD |
30kg/m³ |
79kPa |
black |
2000x1000x35mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD32 CN |
32kg/m³ |
86kPa |
black |
2000x1000x32mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD 33 |
33kg/m³ |
66 kPa |
black/white/red/blue/green/yellow/grey |
2000x1000x30mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD 45 |
45kg/m³ |
90kPa |
black/white/red/blue/green/yellow/grey |
2000x1000x30mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD45 FR |
45kg/m³ |
88kPa |
black |
2000x1000x32mm |
PLASTAZOTE LD 60 |
60kg/m³ |
124kPa |
white / black |
1800x900x28mm |
EVAZOTE EV30 |
30kg/m³ |
39kPa |
black / white-orange |
2000x1000x30mm |
EVAZOTE EV 45 CN |
36-49 kg/m³ |
67 kPa |
black |
1430x950x28mm |
EVAZOTE EV50 |
50kg/m³ |
50kPa |
black / white-blue |
2000x1000x32mm |
CN= electric conductance / SD = static dissipative / FR= flame retarded
As ZOTEFOAMS Official Partner, NOVAPOR has access to all foams from ZOTEFOAMS. This allows us to provide you with quotes for a wide range of quality foams.
ALVEO materials:
| QUALITY | DENSITY | HARDNESS | COLORS | DIMENSIONS - BLOCK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NA FROM 36 |
28kg/m³ |
50kPa
|
black/blue/yellow/red |
2000x1200x100mm |
NA FROM 36 |
28kg/m³ |
50kPa |
white |
2000x1200x100mm |
NT AB 25 |
40kg/m³ |
92kPa |
black |
2000x1200x100mm |
NT FROM 17 |
53kg/m³ |
150kPa |
black |
2000x1200x100mm |
NACO III EL* |
40kg/m³ |
57kPa |
black |
1600x1200x75mm |
NT FROM FRI* |
30kg/m³ |
50kPa |
black |
2000x1200x100mm |
EL = electrically conductive / FR= flame retarded
As SEKISUI ALVEO Official Partner, NOVAPOR has access to all SEKISUI ALVEO foams. This allows us to provide you with quotes for a wide range of quality foams.
CHEMICALLY CROSSLINKED FOAMS:
| QUALITY | DENSITY | HARDNESS | COLORS | DIMENSIONS - BLOCK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
XPE 25 |
25kg/m³ |
42kPa
|
white / anthracite |
2000x1000x123mm |
XPE 33 |
33kg/m³
|
92kPa |
white / anthracite / black / yellow / gray / blue / green / red |
2000x1000x100mm 2400x1200x100mm |
XPE 33 FR |
33kg/m³ |
92kPa |
black |
2000x1000x100mm |
XPE 45 |
45kg/m³ |
76kPa |
white / anthracite / black / blue / yellow / gray / green / red |
2000x1000x100mm 2400x1200x100mm |
XPE 60 |
60kg/m³ |
120kPa |
anthracite / white |
2000x1000x100mm |
XPE 100 |
100kg/m³ |
180kPa |
anthracite |
2000x1000x63mm |
XPE 120 |
120kg/m³ |
230kPa |
anthracite |
1890x930x42.5mm |
XVA33 |
33kg/m³ |
28kPa |
anthracite /black |
2000x1000x100mm |
XVA45 |
45kg/m³ |
35kPa |
anthracite /black |
2000x1000x100mm |
FR= Flame retarded
NOVAPOR expanded polystyrene is available as raw material blocks, cut to size, as contoured or molded parts. Here are some product examples:
