New high performance mid-density foam plank contains 60% regrind

29-Nov-08

North America headquartered Pregis Corp., a leading provider of packaging solutions for diverse markets has recently launched PolyPlank® Renew™, a new mid-density foam plank grade that contains up to 60% pre-consumer recycled content. As per the company, the closed-cell polyethylene (PE) product is perfectly suited for foam plank cushioning applications due to its environmental benefits and cushioning performance. The product contains 60% regrind and cuts dependence on 100% virgin resin thereby saving on petroleum-based raw materials. The new addition will have a density of approximately 1.5 pounds for cubic foot (pcf). That positions Renew midway between existing 1.2 and 1.7 pcf alternatives. The company asserts that the new foam plank is easy to fabricate, shows good water resilience and non-abrasive, provides excellent shock and vibration protection during product transport. Application market includes include medical diagnostic equipment, consumer electronics, automotive, recreational, furniture, glass doors, vending machines and ATMs.