The Official Blog of Polymer Technologies, Inc.

November 2025

Insulation Materials for Better Sound and Vibration Control in Modern Appliances

A barista pours a shot of espresso into a blender for a frozen drink in a busy cafe environment.

In this article, we will explore the following topics: Why modern appliances, especially those designed for commercial use, can create excessive noise and vibration for operators and customers. How certain acoustic materials, including melamine and hydrophobic melamine foams, are used to absorb airborne sound. Vibration damping materials can also help prevent resonance. When custom molded … Read more Insulation Materials for Better Sound and Vibration Control in Modern Appliances

How Custom Molded Foam Reduces Marine Motor Noise

A small fishing boat with an outboard motor is on the foreground with another boat nearby close to the shoreline.

In this article, you will learn the following: Why coastal and inland waterways have strict regulations regarding noise and distance to keep anyone in proximity safe. How certain foam materials, like polyurethane, help absorb noise effectively for marine vessels, especially the motor, where the majority of the noise comes from. Why custom molded foam is … Read more How Custom Molded Foam Reduces Marine Motor Noise