Rigid Polyurethane Foam

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Isothane industrial foams are PU and PIR, rigid and flexible foam. Used in a multitude of processes and applications, creating finished or semi-finished items; copper cylinder insulation (Isothane Ecocyl); general moulding including high service temperature articles (Isothane HT) and timber alternative product (Isothane Reprocell); laminating adhesive foam (Isothane Ecofill 36); scenery replication (Isothane Themespray), etc.

Q: How is Isothane’s range of Industrial Foams used?

A: These formulated systems produce factory made rigid or flexible foam items by ‘pour in place’, ‘moulded’, or ‘spray’ techniques.

Q: Where are Isothane’s rigid foams used?

A: Insulation, structural and decorative moulded items.

Q: What are some typical insulation applications?

A: Building components such as:-

Dis-continuous panels, especially for high temperature environments.
Hot Water Heater cabinets and domestic Copper Cylinders.
Refrigerated food cabinets.

Q: What structural and decorative applications can use Isothane industrial foams?

A: Wood or plaster replacement in:-

Internal wall and ceiling decoration.
Semi-structural external supports for porch furniture.

Q: Where are Isothane’s flexible foams used?

A: Energy absorption applications such as:-

Automotive interior trims.
Furniture arm rests and seating.

Q: What type of blowing agents are used?

A. All the chemicals used in Isothane’s systems satisfy the Montreal Protocol.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Isothane can supply a range of product literature, technical specifications and generic details to support your information requirements. You can request further information or ask a question through our Ask A Question Form.

Alternatively, you can contact John Richards, Sales Manager at john.richards@isothane.com, or Ray Herridge, Technical Director, at ray.herridge@isothane.com.