Today’s blog is taking us back to Foam 101, to answer a question we hear a lot: is polyethylene (PE) foam made out of plastic? Now, I know some of you might be thinking, "Why does it matter?" Well, ...
Pregis Microfoam® (polypropylene sheet foam) was discontinued at the end of 2022. Fortunately, we have a Microfoam® Replacement material! We have Pregis Astro-Foam® w/ 1m film polyethylene sheet ...
In the foam packaging world, there are two big names: PE Foam and PP Foam. While both are types of foam, they couldn’t be more different. Both PE Foam and PP Foam offer unique benefits for different ...
Packaging foam needs to keep your products safe from damage during transit. ILD/IFD is a critical element for ensuring this protection - but what does it mean? And why does it matter? Let’s delve ...
Foam spec sheets are chock-full of information - but admittedly, aren’t the most exciting read. If you’re browsing a spec sheet - like one of the ones available in our technical documents - here are ...
When designing your packaging, don’t overlook your custom foam insert as an extra chance to wow and inspire. The color, texture and overlays of your foam offer additional areas to design and create a ...
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Sustainability is a buzzword right now, but it’s also a powerful initiative that has the power to change every industry. Sometimes, companies are hesitant to revamp their packaging process because of ...
At Foam Industries, we’re always experimenting with new and innovative ways to deliver sustainable packaging and product solutions. An opportunity arose with our friends at Pregis to innovate a ...
Foam packaging is a highly effective way of protecting your products - if done correctly. It’s easy to make uniformed decisions that ultimately end up costing you down the line. Here are three of the ...
Electronic parts require careful precision when packaging and shipping to avoid damage. Traditional options like void-fill in package-in-package cause too much damage to these delicate products. ...
While paper and plastic are the standard go-to for packaging, foam is often the better choice. There are three key reasons why. 1. Packaging Foam is More Cost-Effective A common reason why businesses ...
Case Study: Reusable Tote for Aerospace Client What They Needed An aerospace client needed a more efficient solution for shipping lenses. Their current shipping strategy involved single-use packaging ...
One of the most popular - and effective - ways of changing how packaging foam looks and performs is through lamination. But what is that, exactly? What is Foam Lamination? Foam lamination is the ...
When choosing a foam for your packaging application, we often get the question: ok, but which one is the best? “Best” is subjective of course, and it also depends on your specific application. ...
As companies define their internal sustainability strategy, they also look to their partners to see how their strategies align. As a custom protective packaging company, we often get one question ...