EPE Foam
VitaThene Expanded Polyethylene Foam (EPE)
What is Expanded Polyethylene Foam?
Expanded Polyethylene Foam (EPE) is one of the most widely used plastics in production. EPE is a thermoplastic resin, which means that it can be melted by heating. The main raw material used to make VitaThene products is Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) which comes in the form of small plastic pellets and is melted and mixed with a proprietary blend of additives and gas before being extruded through various die sets to manufacture the required profile/s.
EPE Foam is a low density, semi-rigid, closed cell foam characterized by a compact feel and resistance to water as well as high chemical resistance.
EPE foam can be used for the protection of fragile and breakable items with properties such as:
Protection of glass & glassware
Extremely Lightweight
Protection of scientific equipment
Ideal for packaging like marble
For more information on our various product offerings please look at our industry specific products or contact us for more information.
Industries that use VitaThene™ EPE Foam
The physical and chemical properties of EPE Foam give it its many desirable characteristics and make it highly popular for use in a variety of applications across different industries.
Packaging Industry
Packaging
Construction Industry
Construction
Automotive Industry
Automotive
Agriculture
Agriculture
Sports & Fitness Industry
Sports & Fitness
Food & Beverage Industry
Food and Beverage
Furniture & Bedding Industry
Furniture & Bedding
Custom Profiles
Custom Profiles
VitaThene EPE provides structural support in leading brands of beds and furniture as well as being the preferred protective packaging material for most in both industries.
Is VitaThene EPE Foam Recyclable?
Yes, EPE Foam is recyclable!
Expanded Polyethylene Foam can be melted down and re-extruded and formed not just once but multiple times making its recyclability one of its most important characteristics. This amazing property is due to EPE Foams’ high thermal resistance which allows it to keep its chemical structure even when subjected to high temperatures during the remelting and extrusion process.
INDUSTRIES WE SERVICE
VitaTex proudly supplies EPE Foam products to various industries under the below trademarks.
VitaThene EPE provides structural support in leading brands of beds and furniture as well as being the preferred protective packaging material in many industries.
