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Hot Wire Cut EPS Foam
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In addition to being molded, Expanded Polystyrene foam can also be cut with a hot wire into various sized panels and shapes for insulation or protective packaging. EPS is available in a broad range of densities, and can sometimes even incorporate a percentage of regrind waste to lower costs. INSULATED BOX LINERS  Though generally less effective as a perishable solution, hot wire cut liner sets can sometimes act as a cost saving option for shipping less temperature sensitive materials. Because the outer (less permeable) molded skin is cut away, and gaps between panels are common; these types of containers usually offer a shorter transit life than our standard molded coolers. Keep in mind also that true savings must take into account any requirements of additional coolant to do the job, or labor costs to assemble the panels in boxes. Panels can be sized to fit nearly any container shape or dimensions, and even cut to surround an entire pallet of product. EPS panel liners are often ideal for large and irregular sized payloads, especially if they are short-term projects that would be impossible or impractical to mold. Because the panels are generally shipped flat, they also tend to conserve on storage space. Plastilite can custom fit to an existing container already in use by a customer, or source and supply an entire system to suite a need. Various sizes and densities of foam can also be used as spacers and protective packaging for a wide range of fragile and perishable products. Situationaly, simple EPS blocks can provide a permanent and economical solution, especially when volumes are small, or act as a temporary measure until longer-term resolutions can be devised. For more complex applications, these shapes can be incorporated with corrugated and other materials to form a comprehensive packaging design, or engineered as a singular solution. An experienced staff member can review options and help direct each project to its most workable and economical solution. |