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Molded Foam vs. 2D Cut Foam: Which Solution is Right for Your Application?

Molded Foam vs. 2D Cut Foam.

As an OEM, your main goal is to create the best product with the highest efficiency and performance possible. A significant factor in preventing this involves how your equipment withstands noise, thermal, and vibration challenges. Selecting foam to cushion problem areas better isn’t always as simple as using flat foam. Often, challenges arise with equipment … Read more Molded Foam vs. 2D Cut Foam: Which Solution is Right for Your Application?

How Our PMP Division Helps Engineers Design for Performance

An outside shot of the Polymer Molded Products division which is part of Polymer Technologies Inc. A sign in a bed of flowers states: Polymer Molded Products: A Polymer Technologies Inc. Company with the Polymer logo at the start.

Since the beginning, Polymer’s customers, primarily OEMs, have come to them because of their custom foam options. In industries where individuality and customization can make a difference in a product’s performance, our Polymer Molded Products Division (PMP) matches the right engineer with the customer to create the best option for the project. Bringing a complex … Read more How Our PMP Division Helps Engineers Design for Performance

Reducing Manufacturing Costs with Polyurethane Foam: Eliminating Fasteners, Streamlining Assembly, and Extending Product Life

Manufacturers are constantly seeking ways to reduce costs without sacrificing quality. One of the most effective strategies is rethinking traditional materials and assembly processes—opting for innovative solutions like custom molded polyurethane foam. By replacing rigid components with flexible, high-performance foam, manufacturers can eliminate fasteners, streamline assembly, and enhance product durability, leading to significant cost savings. … Read more Reducing Manufacturing Costs with Polyurethane Foam: Eliminating Fasteners, Streamlining Assembly, and Extending Product Life

Choosing the Right Molded Foam: A Guide to PMP’s POLYFORM® Foams

A piece of POLYFORM® Low-Density Molded Foam - High Resilient (PLDM-HR).

When it comes to product development, there are always a few surprises in the design stages that need to be addressed. For example, an electronic device may malfunction in extreme temperatures during testing, or a medical device may generate excessive noise that disrupts patients when they try to use it. We work with OEMs to … Read more Choosing the Right Molded Foam: A Guide to PMP’s POLYFORM® Foams