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Best Uses & Applications of Foam Sheet Insulation

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If you work in a highly demanding industry like HVAC, automotive, or aerospace, you’ve likely experienced issues with insulation solutions. Heat degradation, lack of proper ventilation, and poor coverage or fitment are all problems that can arise from subpar insulation. That’s why Merryweather offers custom foam insulation sheets for top-notch performance across industries.

What are Foam Insulation Sheets?

Foam insulation sheets, also called foam board insulation, are panels made from any foam with insulative properties. These sheets are typically used in industrial applications to resist and manage heat, increase energy efficiency, and help control vibration.

Benefits of Foam Sheet Insulation

The main benefits of foam insulation sheets include:

  1. Increased Strength

    Compared to spray foam insulation, foam sheet insulation typically has higher compressive strength and a great R-value.

  2. Heat and Vibration Regulation

    Foam insulation sheets excel at managing heat and minimizing vibrations, helping machinery perform at its best.

  3. Easy Installation

    Foam sheet insulation can be easily installed using adhesives or fasteners, depending on the point of installation.

  4. Highly Customizable

    When you work with a custom foam manufacturing partner like Merryweather, you can get foam insulation made exactly to your specification.

  5. Reduced Mess

    Unlike spray foam, board insulation is neat and tidy, taking up minimal space to do its job.

Best Applications for Foam Insulation Sheets

Here are some of the main applications for foam sheet insulation across various industries:

Top Foam Materials for Insulation Sheets

When looking at materials for foam insulation, you’ll be broadly looking at open cell insulation foam vs. closed cell insulation foam. Typically, foam used for insulation will be closed cell foam, but there are some instances where open cell foam can make sense.

Here’s a breakdown:

Open Cell Insulation Foam Materials

  • Open Cell Polyurethane can be great for applications like HVAC panels that involve tight or small spaces. Its compressible nature makes it lightweight and flexible while providing decent insulation.

Closed Cell Insulation Foam Materials

  • Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) provides superior thermal insulation thanks to its closed cell structure and exceptional resistance.
  • BISCO® Silicone Foam: Certain types of BISCO are ideal for applications that require insulation along with sealing, cushioning, and/or isolation.
  • Low Permeability Foam is a great choice for providing insulation for appliances and other machinery.

Partner with Merryweather Foam for Custom Foam Solutions

Need reliable, high-performance foam sheet insulation for your next project? Merryweather can help. Request a quote and tell us about your needs!

About MerryWeather Foam

Since 1948, we have been industry leaders in fabricating unique foam components for customers in the medical, sound absorption, automotive, and packaging industries. At Merryweather Foam, we pride ourselves on our ability to combine experience, innovation, and excellent customer service. We have the knowledge, manpower and equipment to help you get the job done. View our capabilities to learn more.