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Polyether foams
Polyether flexible foams are classified under the umbrella term of polyurethane, alongside polyester materials, as they both share certain similarities in terms of their open-cell structure.
Yet, while they may be similar, polyether and polyester are very different and these differences can produce dramatic variations in performance capabilities when used in particular environments and applications.
As the leading UK-based engineering-biased foam manufacturer, we have over 300 grades of foam in stock at all times. We offer a range of polyether products that is second to none, all developed to meet the specific demands of industrial and consumer applications.
Polyether vs. polyester
At Technical Foam Services, we only ever supply high quality products to meet the exact needs of each and every customer. We can identify where factors such as moisture resistance and softness are vital, thus recommending a particular grade of polyether foam.
Characteristics of polyether foam include:
- High tear strength
- Oil resistance
- Comfort
- Hydrolysis resistance
- Abrasion resistance
- Fungicide and biocide resistance
- Thermal stability
A wide range of applications
Combining a range of unique properties, polyether foam offers an effective solution across a plethora of applications in both industrial and domestic environments, including:
- Water filters
Reticulated polyether foams are the material of choice for water filters as a result of their higher resistance to hydrolysis, fungicides and biocides. As a result they are used to produce precise and durable water filter products across a range of industrial and domestic applications.
- Case inserts and packaging
With high tear strength, and hydrolysis and abrasion resistance, polyether foams are widely used for packaging and case insert products, as they offer superior protection and durability.
- Furniture and bedding
A high level of comfort combined with superior abrasion and hydrolysis resistance make polyether an effective solution across a vast range of bedding and furniture foam applications.
- Automotive products
With high oil and abrasion resistance, and a higher level of thermal stability compared with polyester, Technical Foam Services has developed a wide array of applications for this material in the automotive sector.
Combining chemistry and technical capability
With over two decades of experience in the conversion of polyether foams across a wide spectrum of industries, we understand polyether foam inside out.
Combined with our state-of-the-art conversion facilities and expert team of in-house engineers, we are able to produce foam products that exploit the advantageous properties polyether has to offer.
If you are looking for polyester foam products, contact our technical team to discuss your individual requirements.