Zouch Converters Ltd

When it comes to transporting delicate components designed for power and performance, we pride ourselves on innovating packaging foam and inserts for maximum protection.

Whether that’s protecting small, intricate electronic parts, fragile glassware or large scale components, such as heavy-duty and delicate cylinders for the RCV industry, we offer unbiased advice with our expertise and knowledge of foam.

We recently worked with a world-leading manufacturer of vehicles for street cleaning, snow removal, and garbage collection. They’ve earned a name for their craftsmanship and high-quality vehicles and machinery, with operations outside of the United Kingdom. They came to Zouch needing to discuss a solution to their problem of transporting large, expensive cylinders with flanged edges, ensuring their protection during transit due to their fragility.

We worked with their engineering team to innovate and provide a bespoke solution to protect with packaging stillages that were 300mm wide x 300mm thick x 800mm long. Using our range of ZOUCH eFoam XLPE 20A, which is a high-performance advanced packaging material that is stable, non-corrosive, non-staining and offers long term stability; we ensured that the cylinders would be protected from scratches, blemishes and dents whilst being transported.

Our range of XLPE 20A is a plain, chemically cross-linked and closed-cell polyethylene foam that shown here has been waterjet cut to a unique size and shape to hold and secure the cylinders. It’s extremely durable, rugged and is one of our toughest, most repeatedly used foams. There is no higher class of foam for items that can be stored for long periods without staining and degradation.

Key benefits of chemically cross-linked closed-cell foam include:

• Non-toxic, thermally insulating
• Resistant to UV, moisture, chemicals and liquids
• Available in sheets, rolls and blocks
• Range of vibrant colours
• Available in bespoke grades and densities for demanding conditions and environments, such as antibacterial, flame retardant and static dissipative.
• Can be split, saw, rout, die-cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, adhere, thermoform or compression mould and cut to size for bespoke shapes

Interested in taking a closed look at our closed-cell foam? Why not request a sample with our fast and free service. Simply get in touch with our expert team and we’d be more than happy to send you our tactile sample brochure.

At Zouch, our specialist packaging and protective foams are durable, rugged and made to perform to exceptional levels, in even the most demanding conditions. Our in-house design and development engineers are constantly focused on optimum comfort and cost-effectiveness, as well as on reducing environmental impact and vehicle weight.

This is why you’ll find our smart, state-of-the-art products worldwide. Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your specific application and we will support you from prototype to transit-ready product.

Cable management is not an easy task and can often be a widespread problem in office and working environments. A cross-linked closed cell polyethylene cable divider makes for an excellent alternative to raceway and hanging deskwire baskets, which can look just as unsightly as a tangle of cables beneath a desk.

Cross-linked closed cell polyethylene can be cut into intricate shapes and designs to better manage cables for effective workflow and safety. Using water-jet cutting, we’re able to cut thicker, more difficult forms to accommodate any structured cabling system. XLPE is a highly versatile and useful closed cell foam. It feels compact and robust and is very durable for hardwearing use and the need for longevity.

Zouch Converters have the skills and experience to fabricate our eFoams in an optimum manner - thermoforming, routing, water-jet cutting and profiling. This capability ensures that ergonomic and economic design is achievable no matter the shape and structure of the component needing protective foam management and storage.

Key benefits for using closed cell polyethylene:

• Lightweight & cost effective
• Foam can be formed and water-jet cut into any shape
• Strong, durable and tear resistant
• Non-toxic
• Waterproof & chemical resistant
• Antibacterial for a cleaner working environment
• Easily joined together with adhesive, if required
• Comes in a range of sizes, thicknesses and colours

No matter what you need to achieve, our expert team can work with you to design and develop products and components, choosing and using the very best materials for the job. Get in touch to talk to us about your latest challenge and our unbiased team will be on hand to offer advice to best suit your project’s needs.

Provision of samples

We offer a closer look at our product ranges by supplying free samples, as well as project advice. Contact us for more information about free samples of our cross-linked closed cell polyethylene foam.

We also manufacture open cell polyurethane foam for many types of building applications, including critical data centre solutions. Our foam raised floor insulation works to regulate colder temperatures when it comes to computer servers and generating endless heat.

The demands for cooling systems and ventilation continues to rise with the introduction of more powerful processors, increases in components that need connections to a computer network and the demand for uptime, to name but a few.

Our open cell polyurethane foam controls airflow, manages cable systems - keeping them secure and tidy - prevents dust and debris and is flame retardant. Find out more about our raised floor insulation.

The world is changing as we know it with many consumers turning to online shopping for all of their consumables. Whether that’s as simple as their weekly online shop or browsing for gifts for friends, loved ones or themselves, there’s been a dramatic increase in the need for foam inserts to protect items across a broad range of sectors and industries.

Retailers are seeking foam inserts for products that are tactile, foam that looks great when presenting their products and is odourless, doesn’t transfer ink or degrade and is especially durable when it comes to transit.

Even with the return of the high street in the coming months, many consumers are more inclined to continue their shopping online and it’s likely this will be a persistent habit moving forward into our ‘new normal.’ That means that consumers are less likely to enter shops to purchase products - especially high-end items such as jewellery and watches. Foam cushion inserts and box foam inserts are going to become more popular for ensuring the safe, secure delivery of quality products that need to arrive well presented after transit.

Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam

Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam has a lot of benefits when it comes to packaging and foam cushion inserts. Due to its chemical inertness, it doesn’t release any gasses or chemicals that my rot or tinge metal products on display. That makes it perfect for use in packaging inserts and protection for watches and jewellery to ensure the care of the product.

Other benefits of closed cell foam are:

• Lightweight, which is beneficial for shipping and postal orders
• Durable and robust against storage and transit
• Anti-static and doesn’t transfer ink onto products
• Water-resistant, flame retardant, non-toxic and chemically inert
• Works with adhesives to bond other materials
• Flocking available in a range of colours as well as printing
• Available in a range of grades and densities
• Comes in a range of colours
• Low-cost alternative

Hypoallergenic

As the foam is likely to be touched or in contact with items that will be worn against the skin, we’ve ensured that some of our foams are entirely skin-friendly and hypoallergenic.

Odourless

The foam itself doesn’t let off any odour nor does it absorb smells. If the foam is being used for display purposes or for presenting to customers upon delivery, retailers can rest assured there will be no bad odours from the foam itself and men’s and women’s perfumes won’t pass onto the foam either.

Bespoke shapes

We can split, saw, rout, die-cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, flock, adhere, thermoform or compression mould all of our foams to create even the most complex shapes, sizes and finishes, with a range of colours available dependant on your display requirements.

Whatever the type of secure foam packaging you’d like to achieve, our expert team can work with you to design and develop the products and components; choosing and using the very best closed cell foam materials for the job. Get in touch to talk to us about your latest challenge and our unbiased team will be on hand to offer advice.

To make it easier for the customers we work with, both new and on-going, we’ve created our latest sample brochure specifically for Physically Cross-Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene Foams. Our selection of tactile foam samples ranges in colour, thickness, density and grade, so no matter your challenge, we’ve got a foam to suit your needs. Contact us today for your free foam sample booklet.

Commonly known as ‘egg box’ or ‘egg crate’ foam packaging, lightweight convoluted open-cell foam is used for a variety of different packaging applications to protect all manner of delicate, fragile and valuable items.

The peaks and troughs design of egg box foam is engineered to give stability to items and ensure that they’re kept firmly in place, whether that’s for storage or transit. Two layers of convoluted open-cell polyurethane foam are used together, with one layer at the top and the other at the bottom, securing items in position so they remain static during transit. Convoluted polyurethane foam is ideal for protecting delicate items due to its abrasion-resistant qualities, larger surface area and super-soft surface.

Key benefits for open-cell polyurethane:

• Lightweight
• Comes in several grades and thicknesses
• Shock absorbent
• Suitable for all kinds of protective packaging applications
• Protective and secure
• Odourless
• High density and extremely durable
• Non-toxic
• Anti-static grades available

Convoluted polyurethane foam inserts are commonly used to protect items in flight cases, especially electronics, due to their anti-static properties. We can create combination inserts depending on your specifications - especially in Peli cases for the enhanced protection of tools, medical equipment and high-end camera equipment and lighting.

That means combining convoluted foam inserts with polyethylene foam inserts, which we can either water-jet cut or route into the most intricate of shapes to secure items and add our convoluted foam inserts into case lids and bases, to ensure anti-static and shock absorption.

All of our foams are highly durable and are perfect for packaging inserts to ensure the protection of valuable items. We recently worked with Rolls-Royce to create a line of chemically cross-linked closed-cell polyethylene foam inserts for their turbine blades in the Airbus A350XWB.

At Zouch, our foam is soft and lightweight but highly durable, absorbing shocks into the foam material by softening the surfaces of the environment during transit.

Depending on your specific project, we can develop any convoluted absorbing foam material for your specific needs. Open-cell foam is easily cut and installed and our products come in a whole range of formats, including sheets and rolls – with or without punched components, CNC contoured cuts and special impregnations.

Our experienced in-house technical team can work with you to choose the best material for any design, so you can effectively secure fragile items for storage and transit. Get in touch with your latest challenge and we can help choose the right protective foam material for your project.

Astroturf has seen a rise in popularity over recent years with many looking for a low maintenance alternative to grass, without losing a lush green view in the way that patio and decking so often does. We’ve been working alongside an astroturf business to create sustainable drainage pads from recycled astroturf and recycled cross-linked closed-cell polyethylene.

In the light of the pandemic, many have found themselves seeking green space, especially those living in high rise buildings and apartments with no access to a garden. Balconies and roof gardens have become a common area for cross-linked foam solutions to create a green space in the urban environment. It makes a change from the interior of the home and provides a healthier living space and has a positive impact on mental health.

Our recycled cross-linked closed cell polyethylene has a high resistance to wear and tear, a pleasant texture and is available in different densities and colours. Its high resistance makes it especially durable and will endure tougher weather conditions.

This makes the combined use of synthetic polypropylene (Astroturf) and cross-linked closed cell polyethylene perfect for:

Playgrounds and play areas

Synthetic polypropylene is especially soft to the touch and as closed-cell polyethylene has excellent shock absorption, the protective shock pad underlay makes play spaces safer and reduces injury.

Rooftop gardens, patios and balconies

As well as being highly durable, the cross-linked formation of closed-cell polyethylene has been designed to be environmentally friendly and ideal for energy absorption, insulation and to aid drainage. Not only does the recycled combination of Astroturf and closed-cell polyethylene look great - it’s sustainable, easily maintained, long-lasting and makes short work of rainy spells by absorbing and draining the water by slow release.

The choice to opt for a green roof system is proved to last longer than regular roofing options. Cross-linked closed-cell polyethylene protects roofs from UV radiation and the environmental effects of materials when used outdoors, so when it comes to fluctuation in temperature - in the UK especially - green roofs won’t deteriorate.

Sport and leisure facilities

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor facilities, the closed-cell polyethylene drainage pads come in varying sizes. The most common sizes of the underlay are 8mm, 12.5mm and 25mm thick and all tiles can be bespoke and cut to size. That allows for varying levels of terrain depending on what a leisure facility needs. The hard-wearing nature of both recycled products means that they’re built to last, even in the most demanding conditions and the superb shock absorbency of cross-linked closed-cell polyethylene makes for a great option for impact sports.

Leisure activities

Our drainage pads are often used amongst golfers for a suitable patch to tee off from. They’re especially lightweight, which makes them easily transportable and are a great option for the range. They’re also popular amongst horse riders for use in stables.

Key benefits of recycled cross-linked closed-cell polyethylene:

• Lightweight substitute for gravel
• Environmentally friendly
• Ideal for energy and shock absorption
• Offers great insulation
• Provides drainage against wet weather conditions
• Protects against UV
• Durable and hard-wearing
• Available in different densities and colours
• Pleasant, soft texture
• Can be cut to size

“We’ve seen a big demand from people looking for ways to create green spaces for their homes, which are more suitable for families, as well as creating roof gardens or adding greenery to the floors of balconies. The closed cell polyethylene and Astroturf combo is a lasting solution and it makes a big difference to someone’s well being, when they’re restricted to their homes.”

- Rob West, Director

No matter what you need to achieve, our expert team can work with you to design and develop products and components, choosing and using the very best materials for the job. Get in touch to talk to us about your latest challenge and our unbiased team will be on hand to offer advice about the best product options for your project.

Open-cell foam has many qualities that make it the perfect candidate for low viscosity (water-like) liquids that need to be applied for even and comfortable coverage. Open-cell foam acts as a filtration foam that is highly moisture absorbent and breathable, so that the open-cell foam allows air and liquid to pass through to be absorbed. That means that liquid is slowly released as the foam is worked against a surface.

It allows for low viscosity liquid products to be easily 'sponged on' and offers versatile coverage, as the liquid slowly penetrates through the sponge's open cells. The foam's soft, pliable surface means that streaks aren't left on characters and the slow release of the liquid stops larger quantities of product from being wasted.

The concept is to allow consumers to apply a wide range of skincare products to their skin; without using their hands. This includes sunscreen; fake tan products, mosquito repellents, moisturisers, pain relief gels etc. The market is now trending in this direction and there are already inferior products in the market currently fulfilling this function.

Our open-cell foam is hypoallergenic and can be exclusively designed to contact even the most sensitive skin. They're also straightforward to clean, non-swelling and durable for long-lasting use.

Different densities of open-cell foam can be joined with adhesive to create layers and levels for liquids to pass through. This can be especially handy for products with two types of liquid (often within the cosmetic industry) to be distributed simultaneously with a push of the outer casing. It allows for a lower viscosity liquid to be expressed more freely than a thicker liquid, where less product or coverage is needed.

This type of liquid application is becoming more and more popular within the beauty and cosmetic industry. Whereas before it might have been more widely used for cleaning products, such as shoe cleaning and waterproofing, the slow release of product through sponge allows for more flawless and streak-free application for cosmetics too.

With brands like Maybelline using sponges in their famous 'Instant Anti Age Eraser Concealer' and Benefit Cosmetics turning to sponge for their 'Watt's Up' highlighter to blend for a luminous sheen, it's no surprise that open-cell foams popularity has increased ten-fold in recent years. We wouldn't be surprised to see brands turning to sponge applicators already applied to foundation bottles, instead of blender sponges in the next decade.

If you have a new project or challenge when it comes to open-cell foam and sponge to apply liquid, no matter the industry or complexity of the applicator, our expert technical team are on hand to offer unbiased advice.

Our open-cell foams come in grey, white or black as standard, but can be custom made in a range of colours such as: blue, yellow, green, violet and red, or even different skin tone shades. They can be cut and formed to the shape and size you desire. We offer environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic, quality foam products to suit all sectors of the cosmetic, beauty and personal care markets.

Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your specific application, and we will support you from prototype to customer-ready product, as well as sending out samples of foam to ensure you're happy with your final application.

Choosing the correct roller for a paint job makes all the difference when it comes to the wall finish and the quality of the final outcome. Suitable to use on most interior and exterior walls, foam paint rollers are used to create smooth and even surfaces for new paint finishes with emulsion paints.

Due to their durable and sponge-like consistency, the foam rollers can be used on smooth and uneven surfaces, quickly moving between rooms and wall texture changes.

Why open-cell polyurethane foam?

Open-cell foam quickly absorbs moisture and whilst that might seem like a disadvantage to paint rolling; it actually helps to provide a smoother finish. By absorbing some of the paint into the foam, it slowly releases the liquid with each roll and will evenly dispense paint over walls. Thin paint absorbs well, and varieties like water-based or latex paints are ideal for foam roller usage. Most paint rollers will come with a plastic core that's moisture resistant, maintaining the foam's shape.

Due to its ability to absorb the paint, open-cell foam can take larger volumes of colour than other roller materials such as microfibre. That means that larger surface areas can be tackled without continually dipping the roller in a paint tray.

As its name suggests, the foam has open cells that are specifically created smaller for paint rollers to avoid any air pockets or bubbles when rolled. This denser foam doesn't leave air bubbles behind on walls and maintains an even finish. Polyurethane foam applies paint thinly and leaves fewer lap marks as coats are applied.

Open-cell polyurethane is excellent value for money, and though cheap, the foam itself is high quality and doesn't cause spatter. The quality of foam makes a huge difference when it comes to decoration, and high-quality rollers improve the overall look of the paint and allow for better results in less time. Not to mention the quality of the roller will allow for longevity and reuse. Foam is much easier to clean with warm water under a running tap than microfibre rollers.

Top-level benefits:

• High-quality, low-cost foam
• Evenly applies paint
• Easy to clean
• Can be used on even and uneven surfaces
• Can be used more than once
• Good density so doesn't leave air bubbles behind

Common surfaces foam paint rollers can be used on:

• Plastered walls
• Uneven walls such as brick
• Furniture such as cabinets and wardrobes
• Shelving
• Doors
• Wooden panelling
• Frames
• Fencing

Our open-cell foams come in grey, white or black as standard, but can be custom made in beige, blue, yellow, green, violet and red. We can cut and form our open-cell polyurethane foam to the shape you desire, allowing for a range of different sized sleeves both in length, diameter and width trim.

At Zouch, our specialist open cell foam can perform in even the most demanding conditions. Our in-house design and development engineers are always focused on optimum performance and cost-effectiveness. Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your specific application, and we will support you from prototype to product or supply our readily available solutions.

The gifting period feels like it’s long behind us but with Valentine’s day coming in fast, Mother’s Day on our heels and online shopping more and more popular, bespoke foam to secure products has become more of a necessity for transit.

Many brands and companies are looking to create bespoke presentation cases to market their product to gain shelf appeal over competitors. Whilst brand positioning and packaging design plays a key role, consumers also look to the quality of packaging when gifting to family, friends and loved ones.

Quality doesn’t only include the design and strength of packaging, but the level of protection in securing the item that’s presented. Low-cost items are often overlooked when it comes to ensuring an item is well protected and stable within said packaging - especially with consumers using online shopping more than ever before.

More often than not, retail items in-store or those shipped can suffer the consequences of handling and general wear-and-tear. If the contents aren’t well secured, they can end up damaged leading to disappointed customers, returns and broken goods - and less profit!

With a surge in gifting loved ones since we can't see them as often as we'd like at present, it’s important that packaging and protective inserts are durable.

We design and supply high quality, low cost cross-linked closed cell foam at Zouch that’s perfect for packaging and inserts. When closed cell foam has been cross-linked, it’s stronger, denser and slightly heavier than open cell foam - making the foam much more durable.

Its impervious cells are resistant to air, water and liquid leaks preventing any mould and bacteria growth. We can add EVA or metallocene to our closed cell foam to make the foam softer and more elastic dependent on project requirements.

Our closed cell foam can be supplied in sheets and rolls and we can split, saw, rout, die cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, adhere, thermoform or compression mould all and cut to size all of our foams to create even the most complex shapes and sizes.

We can also add an adhesive, pressure-sensitive backing to easily stick our foam to different packaging materials, such as plastics and cardboard. Foam can be flocked to give the appearance and feel of velvet to add that little extra touch of luxury to showcase products.

No matter the project or complexity, our expert team will work closely with you to understand your challenges and with unbiased advice on the best products to meet them. We work with businesses worldwide to deliver packaging and inserts for products from the beauty industry, automotive and technology industry, to ensure that items are secure and safe.

Simply get in touch with us to discuss your requirements.

Here at Zouch we are very much business as usual and this will continue unless we are otherwise advised by the Government.

As at all stages of the Pandemic, we continue to follow Government guidelines and legal requirements to ensure the safety of our workforce and minimise risk to them and others they come into contact with.

Our Production and Distribution functions remain operational and we work diligently to ensure an uninterrupted supply to our customers. Our stock levels are constantly monitored and we strive to mitigate any impact of movement restrictions via alternative arrangements when necessary.

Please be assured that we hold stock of both raw materials and our full product range and have taken all necessary and possible precautions so that we can continue supplying our products to our customers.

As always, the situation is subject to changes at short notice and we at Zouch review our position regularly in line with Government advice which we will comply with in all cases.

We will endeavour to keep you informed of any changes and would like to thank you for your continued support and together let’s look forward to a return to normal life in the not too distant future.

In the meantime stay safe and if you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team.

Zouch have introduced a new anti-fog design for a PPE face visor to further compliment their range of Personal Protective Equipment. The ZOUCH PPE Visor Category III are re-usable and can be cleaned with warm soapy water, anti-bacterial solution or 70% alcohol solution to kill most bacteria and viruses including Covid-19.

These face visors are made from a 500 micron PETG face shield offering high unobscured visibility, whist protecting the user. It's become more and more apparent that in humid conditions or for those that wear glasses or require goggles, misting and fogging of both eyewear and shields is a prevalent issue.

The head frame of the face shield is a super soft polypropylene, with top ventilation held away from the face. That means the operative can wear glasses under the visor with far less opportunity to mist or fog the shield or spectacles.

This is supported by two bands of 10mm wide stretch elastic to give support in several directions. The elastic is adjustable via a buckle to give the maximum amount of comfort, so the visor can be worn for many hours with minimum discomfort.

These are 100% made in the UK and are robust for continual use and comfort.

Product Type: ZOUCH PPE Visor Category III | Standards/Technical specification used: EN166:2001

Here at Zouch, our growing range of PPE for ensures the safety of individuals, employees and customers. Our selection of personal protective equipment (PPE) includes Face Shields (CE Certified), Face Shield Kits, Face Masks and Social Distancing Barriers.

Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your requirements and how Zouch can help you and your business in preventing the spread of Coronavirus.

We've been supplying Medical Grade Face Shields to the NHS across the UK together with PPE equipment to Key Workers and businesses such as Beauty Salons, Hair Salons, Barbers and Tattoo Shops as they continue to re-open.

While we've been working with our customers, they've requested the supply of Face Masks continuously, too, and so, we've worked with other suppliers to be able to keep up with the demand across the nation.

We're now supplying ONY Face Masks which are reusable and antibacterial with SILVADUR™ Technology, which has been specially designed for day to day use for protection against bacteria, disease, dust and germs.

Through state of the art engineered SILVADUR™ Polymer and Silver Ion, the ONY Mask offers unmatched antimicrobial technology that controls bacteria flow.

The ONY Face Mask has a 100% cotton layer to isolate dust and larger particles, an inner layer of SILVADUR™ Technology to stop small bacteria, disease and pollution, and finally, an inner gauze that traps moisture for comfort and easy breathing

Key benefits of the ONY Face Mask

Odour Control

Fresh antibacterial SILVADUR™ Technology controls odour and keeps the ONY Mask feeling fresh all day long.

Ear Loop

The ONY Face Mask has adjustable ear toggles that can be pulled along the ear loop to the desired tightness, for natural comfort and easy sizing.

Washable Fabric

Washable SILVADUR™ protective fabric & cotton that can be washed at up to 130 degrees and up to 50 times for reuse. The SILVADUR™ Technology has an antibacterial layer with an AAA security standard against harmful bacteria. Other added benefits are AG+ sterilisation, breathability, dustproof fabric and ultra-soft cotton for comfort.

3-Ply Face Mask

If preferred, we're also supplying disposable 3-Ply Face Masks that prevent any droplets from being released into the air when you speak, cough and sneeze. The droplets that are released into the atmosphere may carry harmful particles, and so, wearing a Face Mask reduces the number of droplets thereby protecting those around you. These Face Masks offer a comfortable fit whilst being lightweight, secure and pinch-able at the nose for a better fit.

Here at Zouch, our growing range of PPE for barbers, self-employed hairdressers, hair and beauty salons ensures the safety of individuals, employees and customers. Our selection of personal protective equipment (PPE) includes Face Shields (CE Certified), Face Shield Kits, Face Masks and Social Distancing Barriers.

Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your requirements and how Zouch can help you and your business in preventing the spread of Coronavirus.

Preventing the spread of coronavirus in your hair salon or barber means having the right Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Using Face Masks and clear, well-fitting Face Shields, disposable gloves and gowns have been recommended, as well as ensuring that social distancing is adhered to at all times.

According to the government guidelines, you don’t need to ask clients to wear a face mask if you are wearing a visor and if you can maintain social distancing. Based on the guidelines for hairdressers and barbers of using distancing screens or barriers, to separate clients from one another, we’ve introduced Zouch Social Distancing Barriers to our product range to help Hair Salons provide clear direction and distance for employees and customers.

Our Social Distancing Partitions come with and without a clear window, so it’s easy to see the comings and goings of the salon, as well as where other members of staff and customers may be situated.

Zouch Social Distancing Barrier specs:

• Muted steel grey
• Size WxDxH (mm) - 714 x 525 x 1830
• Strong EB Flute (Board)
• Clear plastic screen (APET or Polypropylene depending on available stocks)
• Supplied flat packed in plastic wrappers, the barrier can be simply slotted together and used immediately
• Outer coated lining that is easily cleaned by wiping gently with a very light spray of antibacterial alcohol or disinfectant.

We also supply ZOUCH Face Shields made from a Crystal Clear Medical APET Polyester, with an ultra-soft foam cushioning aid for long term use and comfort. The Face Shield covers the face from the hairline and over the chin for full protection against preventing Coronavirus.

Being a UK based manufacturer, we are able to produce and manufacture Face Shields quickly and daily to help combat the supply and demand for PPE equipment. Our shatter-resistant and fully flexible Face Shields are suitable for use with glasses, prescription lenses and protective masks.

Benefits of our Zouch Face Shields:

• Manufactured in the UK
• CE Certified - Meets European Standards for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection
• Shatter Resistant & Fully Flexible
• Visor suitable for use with glasses, prescription lenses and protective masks
• Low Cost & Effective Solution
• Unsurpassed Gloss & Transparency for the ultimate in product visibility
• Anti-Fogging and can be used for prolonged periods
• Full Face Visor to provide a high level of protection from fluid or spray
• Ultra Soft Self-Adhesive Non-Toxic Foam Cushioning Aid for comfort and to secure a front seal
• Can be cleaned with Alcohol or Hypochlorite

We supply our Face Shields individually, in bulk, and in reusable kits. Our most popular Face Shield by far is the Reusable Premium Visor which is CE Level 2 Certified and comes in a kit that lasts the wearer 30 days. The kit comprises of:

• 1 x Fully Assembled Full Face Visor
• 29 x Additional Low Tack Peelable Foam Aids
• 29 x Additional Low Tack Peelable Labels
• 1 x Premium Quality Personalised Outer Carton with Label and Name Tag

Here at Zouch, our growing range of PPE for barbers, self-employed hairdressers, hair and beauty salons ensures the safety of individuals, employees and customers. Our selection of personal protective equipment (PPE) includes Face Shields (CE Certified), Face Shield Kits, Face Masks and Social Distancing Barriers.

Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your requirements and how Zouch can help you and your business in preventing Coronavirus.

We were approached by Crown Hockey whose mission is simple, to push forward the technology and innovation in field hockey equipment. Tired of the same factories producing 90% of the world’s hockey sticks, Crown Hockey has been implementing a radical change and are manufacturing their equipment in the UK; with innovation and product development at the heart of their process.

When they came to Zouch, however, whilst still within the sport & leisure industry, their brief was for a different sport with their expansion into table tennis. Now developing and manufacturing tennis table blades within the Crown office in England, Crown needed a packaging insert that would keep the blades safe during transit by preventing any unnecessary damage, blemishes or scratches.

Our expert team worked with Crown Hockey to develop a Chemically Cross-Linked Closed-Cell Microcellular Non-toxic Polyethylene foam—ZOUCH eFoam XLPE 40A—that has been used for routing inserts and pockets, to hold a table tennis blade in place.

We’re big fans of sport at Zouch, so it's been a pleasure working with the team at Crown Industry to create a foam to keep their table tennis blades secure during transit to their customers. We always offer unbiased advice and are keen to ensure our clients use the right foam type for the application.

- - Rob West - Director - Zouch Converters.

When it comes to foams that are used to protect items from impact, especially during transit, energy absorption is an important benefit. The energy and shock absorbed by foam are dependent on a range of variables including the raw material, the density, the impact speed and the thickness of the foam. Generally, the stiffer and more dense a foam is, the greater the energy it can absorb.

At Zouch, a wide range of polymer combinations are available to give increased stiffness, improved temperature resistance and improved moldability. The Zouch eFoam range of closed-cell Polyethylene foams is engineered to offer superior performance and lighter weight.

Zouch eFoams are available in:

• A range of densities from 15kg/m3 to 200kg/m3
• A variety of attractive colours which can also be combined
• EVA Grades for extra toughness & resilience
• Metallocene grades for easier thermo-compression behaviour
• Special grades with increased flame-retarding properties, and/or conductive or static-dissipative characteristics

As a specialist supplier and manufacturer of foam, tapes and sealing solutions, we always make it our duty to ensure that our customers receive the very best quality foam for their project.

No matter the challenge, we have the biggest range of specialist Physically Cross-Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam available in the UK and are happy to send out our ZOUCH eFoam sample brochure for your latest project.

Zouch eFoams are used in a variety of industries including:

• Packaging & Protection (including case inserts)
• Automotive (thermoformed parts)
• Aerospace
• Electronics
• Healthcare & Beauty (thanks to their inert qualities)
• Building & Construction
• Sports & Leisure (protective padding)
• Marine & Flotation (where buoyancy is crucial)
• Industrial (seals, gaskets & washers)

If you’re interested in speaking to Zouch Converters about your next project, get in touch with our expert team and we’ll work with you to design and develop your idea to make it a reality.

Dean Watson has 20 years of interior experience and has been creating luxury bespoke projects with award winning craftsmanship for over a decade. It’s been a privilege working with Dean on this recent project for bespoke foam inserts for a luxury watch display.

As a bespoke furniture designer, everything I create is unique and so any requirements for foam inserts are likely to be a one off. Zouch Converters was the first company that I came across that were willing to create a single part required for a bespoke furniture commission. Zouch were really helpful in providing options for different foam types and helped with the actual design of our foam insert, to ensure it would look and perform great.”

- Dean Watson - Owner - Dean Watson Bespoke Interiors.

We supplied Dean Watson with our ZOUCH eFoam IXPE 20 in black which is a Closed Cell Cross-Linked Polyethylene Foam at 45 Kgs/m3 density. We routed out 12 apertures to form an insert to display luxury watches within a display cabinet’s drawers. This ensured that the display insert was completely bespoke, measured and cut to size to snugly fit within the drawer.

The closed cell foam was flock coated to give the appearance and feel of a more luxurious material and allow for the watches themselves to look even more striking.

View the journey of Dean Watson's Luxury Distressed Leather & Dark Oak Console featuring our Cross-Linked Polyethylene Foam.

“Their prices are very competitive and their turnaround, even with our special one off machine set up requirements, was very quick indeed! Zouch will be my first point of contact for any future foam insert requirements I have for any future bespoke furniture projects.”

- Dean Watson - Owner - Dean Watson Bespoke Interiors.

Our ZOUCH eFoam IXPE 20 is highly durable and strong making it perfect for regular use and for display purposes. It’s chemically inert and pure and doesn’t release any gasses or chemicals that may rot or tinge product on display. The closed cell foam itself is part of our wide range of hygienic non-toxic foam sponges we produce and is inherently water and chemically resistant, flame retardant with very low weight.

It's been a pleasure working alongside Dean to create a one off foam insert for his bespoke furniture. Our technical team are always on hand to ensure our clients are using the right foam type for the job, no matter how big or small that is.

- Rob West - Director - Zouch Converters.

If you’re interested in speaking to Zouch Converters about your next project, get in touch with our expert team and we’ll work with you to design and develop your idea to make it a reality.

Due to the upcoming changes in Government guidelines, many of us will be returning to work this week, especially within the construction and manufacturing industries. Amid uncertainty, Zouch Converters has been working with the likes of the NHS, Care Homes and other businesses, to help drive the manufacturer of PPE Face Shields and Visors, to ensure those who need it can access the equipment.

Whilst the key message is “Stay Alert” for the manual workers who have been asked to return to work, if they can, are more vulnerable with the increase in individuals and social distancing being easier said than done in some working environments.

Physical distancing in the likes of factories might prove difficult at times with the possibility of colleagues needing to work side-by-side for two different machines, at the same time, and with many individuals having underlying health issues. That means that many of the people returning to work this week are having to weigh up the risks to their health against the consequence of their finances, if they were to stay at home.

Our face shields protect the wearer's facial area against particles associated with COVID-19, preventing splashes and splatters of body fluids from coming into contact with the wearer’s eyes, nose and mouth. All materials used are free of irritants and odourless, lightweight with an adjustable headband.

Whilst they’re an essential element of PPE for healthcare workers, it’s becoming increasingly evident that they may be required across some industries, where contact and social distancing may be harder to abide by (in some cases).

Our UK based manufacturers and warehouses are able to produce face shields daily, and are already supplying to the NHS Birmingham as well as other businesses across the nation - to help meet the ever growing demand for face visors for not only those considered key workers, but manual workers across the UK, too: from manufacturing and construction, to schools, hairdressers, doctors surgeries and more.

If you’re a business within industries for manual work and are looking for face shields during the Coronavirus outbreak, for your business and employees, we can help and are with you every step of the way. Simply get in touch via our online form, email us at sales@zouchconverters.co.uk or call us on +44 (0) 115 856 2025.

Displaying watches is a game changer for many retail outlets when selling high end, luxury watches that can sometimes have a much longer ‘shelf life’ due to the cost of the item. Beautifully laid out, flocked and uniformly positioned display inserts can truly add to the aspirational desire of consumers looking for an affluent timepiece.

Our ZOUCH eFoam IXPE 20 has been used recently by Dean Watson for his bespoke interiors. It’s a highly durable and strong closed cell foam, which is perfect for regular use and display purposes.

Due to its chemical inertness, it doesn’t release any gasses or chemicals that my rot or tinge metal products on display. The closed cell foam itself is part of our wide range of hygienic foam sponges we produce and is inherently water and chemically resistant, flame retardant and very low weight. That makes it perfect for use in retail displays or even bespoke displays for at home dressing rooms and luxury consoles.

Benefits of our closed cell foam for display inserts and storage:

• Lightweight (especially good for hanging displays or drawers for display)
• Durable and robust (for general shop wear and tear and storing)
• Available in a range of grades and densities
• Low cost alternative
• Comes in a range of colours
• Water-resistant, flame retardant, non-toxic and chemically inert
• Works with adhesives to bond other materials
• Flocking available in a range of colours as well as printing

We can split, saw, rout, die cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, flock, adhere, thermoform or compression mould all of our foams to create even the most complex shapes, sizes and finishes, with a range of colours available dependant on your display requirements.

We supplied Dean Watson with our ZOUCH eFoam IXPE 20 in black which is a Closed Cell Cross-Linked Polyethylene Foam at 45 Kgs/m3 density. We routed out 12 apertures to form an insert to display luxury watches within a display cabinet’s drawers. This ensured that the display insert was completely bespoke, measured and cut to size to snugly fit within the drawer. Read more about this project with our case study.

Whether you know exactly what you need for your project or would like to discuss specifications with our technical team of experts, get in touch about your latest challenge today.

Anti slip pads allow for the protection of marks and scrapes on surfaces across households, hospitality and businesses, to keep furniture, flooring (wooden, laminate and lino), and appliances such as washing machines, free from accidental scratches.

As suppliers and manufacturers of a wide range of sponge rubbers, we manufacture our anti slip pads from one of our specialist sponges EPDM. It’s a very flexible and resistant sponge rubber and as an expanded closed cell sponge, its versatility ensures that it is both resistant to UV and weathering, as well as being highly durable for extensive use and protection.

By combining EPDM’s (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) durability and strength with its optimum resistance to ageing, it makes for a highly popular material to be used for safeguarding surfaces - when combined with a self-adhesive backing to keep the pads themselves in place and secure.

Benefits of EPDM Foam

• Flexible, low-cost, closed-cell synthetic rubber
• Excellent UV, ozone, temperature, weathering and age resistance
• Wide range of civil engineering, construction and electrical uses
• Ideal for seals and gaskets around vehicle doors, boots and bonnets
• Used for heat insulation seals, roofing, air conditioners and fridge seals
• Low resistance to oils, gasoline and acids

We offer our EPDM anti slip pads in rolls, sheets and endless long strips for easy processing and adaptation to meet all individual customer requirements. If you’re looking to use EPDM for other applications, we're able to develop a wide range of densities, sizes, rolls, blocks and sheets, which can all be self-adhesive backed, if required.

We can split, saw, rout, die cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, adhere, thermoform or compression mould and cut to size all of our foams, to create even the most complex shapes and sizes.

Interested in receiving sample sponge rubber from the team at Zouch Converters? Simply get in touch via our online form, email at sales@zouchconverters.co.uk or call us on +44 (0) 115 856 2025.

Foam plugs and stoppers are used in the pharmaceutical industry within plastic or glass containers to protect medication, pharmaceutical or dietary and nutritional supplement tablets too. The foam stoppers protect medication during transit to prevent shaking or breakage of tablets or capsules.

We’ve been working with pharma companies to create open cell polyurethane foam stoppers due to its uniform density, compressible structure and non-toxic qualities. The foam is manufactured to be chemically resistant and doesn’t let off odour. Foam stoppers are a beneficial method of closing sterile containers and vials to protect medication.

Our open cell polyurethane foam stoppers have been especially designed to be effective for nutritional supplements or vitamin tablets in soft gel format or hard pressed powder format.

Due to the structure of open cell foam, whilst its uniform density keeps its shape, it’s possible to squeeze and compress the foam - its both soft and flexible so it can easily be squashed into a container and form its shape to fit the space it’s placed within.

It’s a very versatile foam for all manner of applications and can be custom designed, and made to measure no matter the size or shape of the container.

Benefit highlights of using open cell polyurethane

• Non-toxic, chemically inert and hypoallergenic
• High in density and exceptionally durable
• Can easily be compressed to fit within containers
• Super soft when in contact with hands
• Available in a range of sizes, shapes and depths
• Leaves no fibres on medication
• Keeps medication secure within the container

At Zouch Converters, our highly advanced technical open cell foams are trusted by medical professionals and pharmaceutical brands across the world. We offer a customised, consultative service, fully focused on what you need – from the most effective materials on the market to a bespoke product created just for you, we’re here to support you every step of the journey.

Our chemically inert, non-toxic materials are helping pharmaceutical businesses with low-cost, high quality solutions for the packaging and protection of both medication and nutritional substances. The bespoke, problem-solving approach we use has secured interesting projects with award-winning global brands, and we’ve helped to empower them to grow creatively and strategically, whilst unlocking the potential of their product through our foam materials.

As well as being cut and formed to the shape you desire, we offer environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic, quality foam products to suit all sectors. Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your specific application and we will support you from prototype to customer-ready product and are more than happy to send sample foam products at request.

Using colour coded closed cell polyethylene foam for shadow boards boosts workplace efficiency, avoids human error, eliminates waste and ensures compliance, too. This form of visual management creates a culture of well-organised individuals that take care and ownership of their tools, no matter the industry or range of equipment.

Shadow boards make it easy to quickly detect missing tools and reduce the time and stress having to search for them after a job is complete.

Benefits of shadow boards

• Quickly identify missing items
• Not just limited to tools
• Effective workplace organisation
• Customise dependant on tool shape, size and kit
• Colour coded marking
• Minimise inventory
• Empowering efficiency
• Avoiding human error

Common uses for shadow boards in the workplace

• Quality inspection processes
• Setup & process change over
• Cleaning carts
• Postal rooms
• Tool stations and kits
• Health and safety kits
• Medical instruments

Available in grey, orange, green, yellow, red, violet and blue.

More about our closed cell polyethylene foam

Our PE foam is low-cost, lightweight and created from high performance materials we’re proud to produce. Our closed cell polyethylene foams are robust and made using physical manufacture (IXPE) and chemical cross linking (XLPE).

The range includes ethylene copolymer, conductive and static dissipative foams, as well as flame retardant and antibacterial grades, in a range of densities, colours and sizes. Each one is non-toxic, thermally insulating and resistant to UV, moisture and chemicals. We also produce bespoke grades for demanding conditions - such as differing temperatures and shock absorption during transportation.

Closed cell polyethylene offers real advantages over traditional rubber or sponge materials like EPDM and neoprene, with a high strength-to-weight ratio, attractive aesthetics and low odour.

We can split, saw, rout, die cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, adhere, thermoform or compression mould and cut to size all of our foams, to create even the most complex shapes and sizes. We also supply our polyethylene foam in sheets, rolls and blocks.

Interested in receiving sample foam brochures from the team at Zouch Converters? Simply get in touch via our online form, email at sales@zouchconverters.co.uk or call us on +44 (0) 115 856 2025.

Daily baths aren’t generally necessary, since it’s possible to dry out a baby's delicate skin, however, experts recommend bathing a baby three times a week until they’re a year old.

Whether parents choose the morning or an evening bedtime ritual, it’s important to ensure the materials used to wash a baby with are kind, gentle and hypoallergenic when it comes into contact with skin - especially when babies are more prone to rashes.

We specially designed our open cell polyurethane foam sponges to be super soft and silky to the touch for a baby’s bath time. They’re much smoother and gentler to delicate skin compared to regular bath sponges for adults. Now sold to consumers by a national value retail group in their baby care, Zouch's open cell polyurethane foam is protecting baby's skin during bath time across the UK.

Benefits of open cell polyurethane foam

Open cell structure

Open cell foams are produced by forming bubbles within a liquid and as the tiny foam cells aren’t completely closed, air fills the open spaces inside - this gives foam a more ‘sponge’ like structure that absorbs liquid.

High density foam

High in density (70 Kgs/m3) and exceptionally durable, our open cell foams can withstand regular use without crumbling.

Super soft

Designed to feel super soft and silky to the touch, they’re especially gentle and can be used on those with delicate and sensitive skin, such as babies. They’re also snow white in colour, but can be manufactured in pink or fluorescent yellow subject to volume.

Hypoallergenic & Non-Toxic

Our open cell polyurethane foam is hypoallergenic and our foam is exclusively designed for contact with sensitive skin.

Quick drying

Due to its open cell structure, our polyurethane foam is especially quick drying and can be easily cleaned.

At Zouch Converters, our highly advanced technical open cell foams are trusted by health professionals worldwide. We offer a customised, consultative service, fully focused on what you need – from the most effective materials on the market to a bespoke product created just for you, we’re here to support you every step of the journey.

Our skin-friendly, hypoallergenic materials are helping the health industry with innovative new products. Zouch’s open cell foams come in grey, white or black as standard, but can be custom made in beige, blue, yellow, green, violet and red.

As well as being cut and formed to the shape you desire. We offer environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic, quality foam products to suit all sectors of the cosmetic market.

Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your specific application and we will support you from prototype to customer-ready product.

There are many applicable treaties and international customary laws that apply to conduct at sea, but the severity of piracy and maritime crime has been at an all time high within the twenty-first century; so much so it’s often resulted in death. It’s estimated that roughly 90% of the world’s goods are carried by sea and maritime transport, with over 70% of that as containerised cargo.

According to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) piracy attacks have been on the increase, a statement that exposes the frightening vulnerability of sea-bordering countries across the world. This type of robbery puts all aspects of sea-borne trade and tourism at risk, making the protection of sea borders a common interest that has the potential to impact trade on a global scale.

With the Gulf of Arden and the Indian Ocean as high risk areas for piracy and armed robbery against vessel activities, both international and coastal states have deployed efforts to find ways to address the depths of the issue.

The growing number of sea routes within a country’s territorial waters, is infringed upon by pirates, and that has led to a partnership between Zouch Converters and a marine engineering company - to develop a closed cell polyethylene foam boom application.

The application consists of closed cell foam buoys that are joined together with thick steel float ropes which debilitate hijackers before they reach their target vessels. The foam boom creates a parameter around the vessel, that cuts off engines and forces any boats away from port and starboard. The unsurpassable barrier is designed to initiate engine failure.

The closed cell foam renders the barriers unsinkable even when perforated by bullet hole. The application is of increasing interest to all sea-faring trade – from cruise liners to oil tankers too. Several countries across the globe are considering foam and steel barriers as a pivotal mark of their peripheral marine defence, particularly as insurgent hijackers become increasingly ambitious in their piracy efforts.

ZOUCH eFoam closed cell polyethylene foams are amongst the most diverse and highest quality foams available. They are durable, lightweight, have low water absorption rates, are non-corrosive and non-toxic, making them ideal for this type of application.

Key benefits of closed cell polyethylene foam buoys

Unsinkable

Due to the separate closed cell structure, PE foam won’t allow water to migrate into the foam as each cell is enclosed. Polyethylene foam doesn’t act like a sponge and will not absorb water, even when the skin is punctured the foam buoys will not sink - keeping the thick steel ropes afloat and now allowing for a break in defence.

Durable against wear and tear

Fam buoys are incredibly durable when faced with the daily maritime environment and are exceptionally resilient to punctures.

Absorb impact

Each closed cell is completely enclosed and as they are packed tightly together, they will not compress or settle over time. That means polyethylene foam can absorb impacts without damage, and won’t crush or flatten at point of contact when berthing. They have low corresponding reaction force and unlike pneumatic tube systems which will loose shape and buoyancy with heavy impact.

At Zouch, our specialist marine and flotation foams are strong, durable and lightweight, algae and fungus resistant, with low water absorption – ideal for a whole range of buoyancy, flotation and protection products. Our in-house design and development engineers are constantly focused on optimum performance and cost effectiveness, as well as on reducing environmental impact.

For even more peace of mind, many of our materials carry the SOLAS approval – the international maritime standard for Safety of Life at Sea in construction, equipment and Operation. Get in touch with our expert team to discuss your specific application and we will support you from prototype

Zouch Cross-Linked Closed Cell Expanded Polyethylene foam materials are utilised in so many areas within the aircraft industry; available in an extensive range of densities and grades, it means that the foam materials can be used for many different applications within aviation and aerospace.

We recently worked with Rolls-Royce to create high performing foam inserts that protect heavy cast mouldings unique to Rolls-Royce. The turbine blades are used in their Trent XWB Aircraft Engines using high-bypass turbofan jet engines, exclusively for the Airbus A350XWB. It was crucial that the foam inserts protected the very expensive turbine blades and components during transportation after manufacturing to then be fitted within the engines themselves.

It's no surprise that such protective measures were taken for the foam inserts to secure each turbine component, considering Gareth Davies words in The Foundry Mag:

“Rolls-Royce is committed to investing in innovative technology and world-class facilities to help us deliver our record £73.7 billion order book. This facility will use ground-breaking manufacturing techniques to produce single crystal turbine blades for our Trent engines, including the world's most efficient aero civil engine, the Trent XWB.”

- Gareth Davies, Rolls-Royce executive vice president, Turbines

The foam inserts are made from our premium quality ZOUCH eFoam XLPE 20 material which is extremely rugged and durable cross-linked closed cell polyethylene foam; the toughest and most repeatedly used foam inserts. The material is resilient, chemical and oil resistant, UV resistant, not harmful and waterproof. There is no higher class of foam for items that can be stored for long periods without staining and degradation.

The ZOUCH eFoam we generally use for aircraft components and protective cushioning inserts, is an advanced packaging material that is stable, non-corrosive and offers long term stability. Zouch Converters have the skills and experience to fabricate our eFoams in an optimum manner - thermoforming, routing, water-jet cutting and profiling. This capability ensures that ergonomic and economic design is achievable no matter the shape and structure of the component needing protective foam storage.

It's been a great honour working alongside Rolls-Royce to create bespoke foam inserts for such a vital component in their Trent XWB Aircraft Engines. It was an exciting challenge and we look forward to working with them again in the future.

- Rob West, Director, Zouch Converters

No matter what you need to achieve, our expert team can work with you to design and develop products and components, choosing and using the very best materials for the job. Get in touch to talk to use about your latest challenge and our unbiased team will be on hand to offer advice.

Receive a ZOUCH eFoam sample brochure for your latest project now

As a specialist supplier and manufacturer of foam, tapes and sealing solutions, we always make it our duty to ensure that our customers receive the very best quality foam for their project. No matter the challenge, we have the biggest range of specialist Physically Cross-Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam available in the UK.

Our innovative ZOUCH eFoam range features some of the most diverse, high-quality and high density foams available today.

To make it easier for the customers we work with, both new and on-going, we’ve created our latest sample brochure specifically for Physically Cross-Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene Foams. Our selection of tactile foam samples ranges in colour, thickness, density and grade, so no matter your challenge, we’ve got a foam to suit your needs.

Key Benefits and features of Physically Cross-Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene Foams

• Flexible
• Odourless
• Hypoallergenic
• Mould and stain resistant
• Durable and shock absorbent
• High strength to weight ratio
• A range of colour options
• Thermally insulating and non-toxic
• Resistant to UV, moisture and chemicals

Interested in receiving sample foam brochures from the team at Zouch Converters? Simply get in touch via our online form, email at sales@zouchconverters.co.uk or call us on +44 (0) 115 856 2025.

For home insulation and ensuring energy efficiency, draught-proofing is one of the cheapest ways to save energy and money, as well as being one of the most effective. Draught-proofing helps to control indoor temperature by blocking any unwanted gaps and loose seals around the home that let the cold air in and warm air out. By capturing the warm air in your home, less energy will need to be used to heat rooms and thus money is saved long-term.

According to the Energy Saving Trust, Draught-proofing just around windows and doors can save around £20 per year for a typical gas-fuelled semi-detached property in England, Wales and Scotland. It’s worth considering the type of home you live in, as some homes such as a Victorian terrace or those with wooden window frames and single glazing, can be much more difficult to draught-proof and could require the help of a professional fitter.

Draught-proofing sealing tapes come in a range of densities, foams, rubbers and compression, to ensure that tape is optimal for the space it’s filling. At Zouch, we have a vast range of draught seals dependant on the application and can create bespoke weather sealing tapes for both indoor and outdoor sealing.

Generally speaking, draught-proofing is only required between spaces where warm air circulates, so between rooms that are heated, it’s not a necessity. Doors that lead outdoors, windows and rooms that are unoccupied, will let the cold air in and so need the added barrier.

Semi open cell foam is often used for doors, walls and windows as an air, dust or draught seal. Our ZOUCHseal product line, and particularly the ZOUCHseal 90 is a great example.

ZOUCHseal 90 is a semi open cell PVC foam with a very low density and a low force to compress. The special design of this tape allows a quick application without problems. ZouchSeal 90 is designed to create a watertight seal with a minimal amount of force.

This ability allows it to conform easily to rough or irregular surfaces. It is also ideal for sealing thin gauge metals or plastics which could deform easily under greater pressures. To create an adequate seal, the foam must be compressed a minimum of 30% in the thermal joint. Once in place, the foam will be able to handle normal joint movement due to thermal expansion or environmental forces.

Suitable for a huge range of uses, our bespoke self-adhesive foam and rubber tapes have excellent sealing and insulation properties, protecting against water, air, dust, noise and weather damage. We offer soft, medium and firm closed-cell foams and sponge rubbers, with a variety of adhesives, substrates and liners.

Depending on the combination, they provide cushioning, insulation, slip resistance, sound absorbency, weatherproofing and ozone resistance. Our Zouch tape is pressure-sensitive, easy to apply and clean to use, with no drying time. They’re available as sheets, log rolls, slit rolls, die-cut shapes, gaskets or washers.

All of our Self Adhesive Foam Tapes are designed to be economical, consistent and highly effective components you can rely on in even the most demanding situations. Whatever your project, our expert team will work closely with you to understand your challenges and advise on the very best product to meet them. Simply get in touch to discuss.

It’s that time of year when we’re all looking for the perfect gift for our friends and loved ones. There’s nothing worse than taking the time to venture through the crowds or endlessly scroll online to find that special something, only to receive the item damaged before gifting or worse, to gift and then find the present broken.

When it comes to packaging it is key to ensure that the surrounding foam is strong enough to withstand any potential knocks during transport, whilst keeping the item steady and intact. It’s especially important when it comes to fragile items such as glassware and protecting it from cracks and leakage.

The most popular choice of foam within packaging for our customers at Zouch is Closed Cell Polyethylene Foam as PE foams offer many benefits in ensuring safe arrival for the protected items.

Benefits of Closed Cell Foam for Packaging

Vibration and impact dampening

Closed cell foam is often used for its vibration and impact dampening qualities for fragile items that require protection during transportation, storage and contact. PE foam comes in a range of densities but it’s non-abrasive and makes for a soft surface for contact with delicate items.

Easily backed with adhesive

Adhesive backing can be added to polyethylene foam so that it can be easily joined with other materials, such as display boxes, to keep the foam in position for continual use and transportation.

We recently worked with Bread and Jam using closed cell foam to safely secure their beautiful personalised gift with adhesive backed foam.

Lightweight

Closed cell foam is incredibly lightweight but that doesn’t affect its quality. It’s a low cost alternative that still offers excellent protection for secure packaging and safe transportation.

Durable

PE foam is durable in nature due to its closed cell formation. The foam doesn’t become brittle or crumble. That means that if the item is boxed for an extended period then the foam isn’t going to wear with age and adhesive will keep its stick.

Cut to any shape

Closed cell foam is easily cut whilst retaining it’s rigid form. It can either be produced in foam rolls or foam sheets or cut to specifications and designs, as well as being lasered and die cut for all manner of shapes to protect fragile items.

Whatever type of secure packaging you’d like to achieve, our expert team can work with you to design and develop products and components, choosing and using the very best materials for the job.

We can split, saw, rout, die cut, water-jet cut, butt-weld, laminate, adhere, thermoform or compression mould all of our foams to create even the most complex shapes and sizes, so talk to us about your latest food application challenge.