Applications include automotive, energy absorbing (EA) foams, fillers, plastics replacement, lightweight automotive interior components, packaging for consumer products, reusable packaging and dunnage.
EPS
Expanded PolystyrenePerformance Features
Good strength, good first drop cushioning performance, excellent insulation value
Application Areas
Packaging for consumer electronics, appliances, toys, food service-cups, coolers, insulation-roof insulation, sheathing board
Arcel® Resins
Polyethylene/Polystyrene CopolymersPerformance Features
A balance of flexibility and strength, tough-puncture resistant, very good solvent resistance
Application Areas
Reusable packaging and packaging of heavyweight items, bulk pack trays and tote bins, water sports equipment
PP Resins
Expanded PolypropylenePerformance Features
High energy absorption, excellent cushioning over broad loading range, high service temperature
Application Areas
Protective packaging of high-value, fragile electronics, heat-resistant packaging, energy-absorbing automotive bumpers & components
PE Resins
Expanded PolyethylenePerformance Features
Resilient-very low permanent set, excellent multiple drop cushioning, high solvent resistance
Application Areas
Protective packaging of high-value, fragile electronics, solvent-resistant packaging, furniture, bedding & seating
Hi Heat Resins
Expanded CopolymersPerformance Features
High strength characteristics, moldable in very high densities, up to 10 pcf/160.kgm3, high service temperature-up to 250°F/121°C
Application Areas
Lightweight automotive interior components, building panels and solar panels, cabinetry
R-mer®
High Impact Expanded PolystyrenePerformance Features
Excellent Strength, excellent multiple drop cushioning performance, excellent insulation value
Application Areas
Packaging for consumer electronics, appliances and high-value items
Compressive Strength Comparison
Resilency Comparison
Service Temperature Comparison
