After reading this article, you will be able to identify the most commonly used Crosslink foam densities and their purposes in the industry of racks, packaging, and wraps.
Crosslink foam for packaging, used in packages for the transportation of various objects during production processes or for final commercialization, protects the integrity of the products, their aesthetics, and even their presentation.
Below, we present a list of the most required densities in this field:
Generally comes with a hardness of 20° Asker C. It is a soft material used for transporting lightweight parts, including:
Recommended for use in non-returnable packages with premium finish, its use is advised due to its lightweight, pleasant touch, and easy transformability.
Generally commercialized with a hardness of 45° Asker C and classified as "semi-rigid." It is a very lightweight material used for packaging lightweight and medium-weight parts, such as:
Despite being very lightweight and easy to transform, its stiffness helps prevent deformation, a characteristic that offers the opportunity to transport heavier parts with lightweight packaging.
Available with a hardness of 50° Asker C and 60° Asker C, respectively, they are stiff compounds. They are used for conveyor combs transporting heavy parts of different sizes, used for shipping:
Material with densities from 6 to 8 lb/ft3 extends the life of returnable packaging and reduces operating costs in the transportation of heavy components.
With a hardness of 70° Asker C, it is very stiff, making it very difficult to deform. It is used for transporting very heavy and large-sized parts, including:
Due to its difficulty in deforming, it is ideal for protective purposes. It helps offer maximum care to the transported products.
Some common features in all densities reinforce the usefulness of the material for the packaging industry, including:
Regardless of the object you need to transport or the use you give to the Crosslink foam for packaging, it is important to remember that with any of the densities presented, there is no risk of the handled pieces being damaged or scratched.
At Evacolors, we can support you in developing the Crosslink foam with the characteristics you need and recommend the most suitable options according to their use. Contact us for a pre-quotation or product advice.