How is Crosslink Made?
Crosslink Polyethylene is made with a mixture of chemicals that create a reaction in which the material rises and is molded to create buns or special shapes.These same chemicals can be extruded to create planks and rolls. Nevertheless, the material is exposed to radiation which changes the molecular structure to create Crosslink Polyethylene. Crosslink is a closed cell foam that has a solid feel and is totally non abrasive. It is a wonderful packaging foam.
Crosslink is the best of the best. It is stronger, more flexible, more durable, more resiliant, non-abrasive and last but certainly not least, it is the most expensive.
Specifications
Raw Material Sizes & Colors
Crosslink Planks and buns come in many different sizes. Their thickness runs from 3" to 6" and the width usually comes 48" or 60" wide. The most common lengths are 72"& 96" long. The thickness of Crosslink rolls run from 1/8" to 1/2" thick. The width is 60" and the length varies from 150' on a 1/2" roll to 600' on the 1/8" roll. The most common colors for XLPE in any form is natural and charcoal. There are more colors available than other foam types, but sometimes it can be a hit or miss depending on what the vendor is stocking. You can always order a special run if you have sufficient volume and plenty of time
Densities
Crosslink PE material comes in a very wide variety of densities starting with 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, and 15 pounds per cubic foot. Which is a lot of choices. The density of any foam is the main cost factor. The heavier the foam is, the higher the price will be.
Grades
XLPE foam is manufactured in four different grades:
Grade A -- Standard
Grade B -- Static Dissipative
Grade C -- Fire Retardant
Grade D -- Static Dissipative and Fire Retardant
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Contact Information
Address
Technifoam, Inc.
514 Calvary Ave.
Saint Louis, MO 63147
Phone
Fax
(314) 421-0419
Hours of Operation:
MON-FRI: 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
lisan@technifoam.com
Questions?
Do you have more questions? Our Operations Manager, Lisa Niederbrach would love to help you better understand what we do and how we can meet your needs. We are ready to solve your problems with design. Call or email Lisa today!
Lisa Niederbrach
lisan@technifoam.com
314-421-4044 (Ext. 11)
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