Flame Retardant Polyethylene Seals
Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam seals are manufactured by Advanced Seals in many forms, such as gaskets, washers, strips and other extruded profiles.
Flame Retardant Polyethylene are just one of hundreds of materials converted by ASG, and is referred to by a number of names within the industry including Flame Retardant block foam, FR-PE foam, Flame Retardant Polyethylene sponge or LDPE-FR (low density Polyethylene) foam.
Our manufacturing site not only houses state of the art conversion and laminating machinery, but also extensive storage facilities enabling us to stock blocks (buns), rolls and sheets of flame retardant polyethylene, in a range of densities all ready to be converted into one of thousands of products including multiple seal types, such as polyethylene foam seals.
Full blocks of flame retardant polyethylene foam can be split down to thicknesses starting from as little as 1.5mm, in 2 metre x 1 metre sized sheets or rolls - made by joining blocks of material together prior to splitting them, both of which can be used to further convert into polyethylene foam seals.
Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam seals can be cut or pressed from rolls or sheet of material, or alternatively extruded into certain profiles which are all designed for the purpose of reducing the spread of fire, preventing leaks or the ingress of air, fluids and gas.
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Characteristics Of Flame Retardant Polyethylene Foam
- Colours: Grey
- Density: 25kg - 100Kg
- Grades Available: standard, flame retardant, EEV, EVA, Conductive, anti-static, high density, low density
- Cell Structure: closed cell
- Temperature Range: -60℃ - +90℃
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What Are Flame Retardant Polyethylene Foam Seals?
Foam seals are components or fittings that are used to join surfaces together, acting as a separator or a barrier to prevent liquids, particles, gases or even fire escaping or penetrating the application. ‘Seal’ is a generic term for a group of products often taking the form of cut gaskets, strips, washers, extruded or moulded profiles and edge trims.
The Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam used in the production of these seals is a chemically cross-linked, closed cell foam, part of the Thermoplastic foam family, manufactured using the same compound as standard PE, but with the addition of a Flame Retardant additives.
Flame Retardant Polyethylene materials are high quality and lightweight, demonstrating a number of resistances and insulation properties as well as being available in a variety of other grades such as EEV, EVA, Conduction and Anti-static. Densities in which Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam seals can be produced include 25kg, 30kg, 45kg, 60kg, 100kg densities- the density of the foam is measured as the weight or mass of the foam across its entire volume or within a cubic meter (m3).
The denser the foam, the heavier and more compact the material is, this can vary some of the properties of the material and how it performs.
Why Use Flame Retardant Polyethylene Foam Seals?
When customers are designing their foam seals, Polyethylene foams a popular choice as they’re cost effective, available in many grades and densities, and often available from stock.
Polyethylene foam seals regardless of the grade used have the same following set of properties - a low compression set, are resistant to water, oils, chemicals and weather, with additives added to produce specific grades and thus additional properties.
Flame Retardant Polyethene is one such grade, during the compounding process the Flame Retardant additive is added which creates a material that burns slower or will even self-extinguish when exposed to open flames, both of which can help reduce the spread of the fire.
Being a closed cell foam, Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam has a good tear resistance making it easy to accurately convert and cut into seals in various shapes and sizes.
Alongside the flame retardant properties, these Polyethylene foam seals demonstrate other properties including resistance to wear, Ozone, UV, a working temperature range of -60°C - +90°C and have a smooth closed cell surface which doesn’t support mold or fungus growth.
Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam seals can be used to fill gaps and irregularities between uneven surfaces and fixtures, provide a solution to unwanted rattles, noise, vibrations, to seal against air, gas, dust and liquids, and can also be used to cushion between moving parts to reduce friction and damage to components and equipment and also as edge trims or surface protection.
Advantages Of Using Flame Retardant Polyethylene Foam Seals
Polyethylene is one of the most popular material groups supplied and converted by ASG, and widely used in the production of seals as it is made in a choice of grades and densities giving customers the benefit of having a choice of properties allowing the material to be utilised in various industries and applications from dust seals to flame retardant washers.
Flame Retardant Polyethylene foam is a man-made material, with a closed cell structure which can be used in sealing applications against liquid, gases, particles and even fire, it has a high resistance to wear and tear, Ozone, UV, resilience to repeated impact and a working temperature range of -60°C to +90°C.
It also offers excellent mechanical characteristics so the seals can be used within shock absorption, noise and vibration control applications. Flame Retardant Polyethylene foams are aesthetically pleasing, with a nice texture which are easy to fabricate, laminate and cut into seals using a range of techniques and processes for use within the theatrics, building and construction, HVAC, automotive, packaging and sports industries.
Types Of Polyethylene Available
Having a network of manufacturers and suppliers, allows ASG to offer a full range of polyethylene materials, many of which are readily available from stock for a quick turnaround. Below is just a selection of some of our popular polyethylene material types we can offer:
- Polyethylene (Block foam)
- Alveo
- Anti static
- Ethafoam
- Eva foam
- Plastazote
- Stratocell
Benefits Of Using Polyethylene Foam
- Lightweight, strong & durable
- Flame Retardant properties reduces the spread of flames
- Good impact and shock absorbing properties
- Water repellent and buoyant
- Excellent chemical, solvent, grease and fluid resistance
- Polyethylene foam seals have good thermal and acoustic insulation
- Easy to cut, convert & shape
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