New Product: Polyethylene Foam Sheets w/ 1m Barrier

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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 foam!  These new rolls offer many properties that make it a superior replacement for wrapping sensitive parts!

What is Astro-Foam® Polyethylene Sheet Foam?

Pregis Astro-Foam® is a polyethylene foam with 1m barrier, sliced into thin sheets. This makes it perfect for wrapping and stuffing. This tear-resistant foam protects your sensitive items - no matter how heavy or sharp.

a person wrapping a product in a sheet of foam

Benefits

  • Stable across a wide temperature range
  • Performs reliably from -250°F up to 226°F 
  • Won’t tarnish or corrode sensitive metals when the 1m film has been applied
  • Outstanding breathability (protects against moisture and mildew)
  • Flexible & easy to handle
  • Very buoyant - ideal for floating containment systems
  • Tear-resistant
  • High cushioning and compression strength
  • Minimizes shock and vibration
  • Flexible and resilient
  • Can be re-used and recycled into new foam
  • Highly resistant against water, fungus and dust

Applications and Options

Astro-Foam® is not only a replacement for Microfoam® - it’s arguably the better option due to its versatility. Choose a sheet if you’re looking for a direct 1:1 replacement, or choose the pouch/bag option for additional possibilities.

It’s also available in a few different variations that are ideal for specific applications:

  • Anti-static foam is perfect for protecting electronics.
  • Adhesive foam sticks to your product, which eliminates the need for tape or glue.
  • Cohesive foam is coated with a laminate that makes it stick to itself, but not your product.
  • Script-reinforced laminated foam offers an additional level of surface protection and cushioning for extremely heavy products with sharp edges.

Find Your Best Option with a Packaging Expert

Not sure which variation of Astro-Foam® is right for yor project? As a leader in the packaging industry, Foam Industries has set the bar with an unwavering commitment to quality, exceptional client service, and constant innovation. Through our extensive inventory of endlessly customizable products, we ensure you find exactly what you’re looking for.

Contact a Packaging Expert 


Foam Industries is a custom protective packaging company specializing in foam – with additional wood and plastic fabrication services. Our custom foam fabrication services are ideal for any type of packaging, display, or support service needed – from design to finished product.

 

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