Double and single sided foams are used throughout industry for a multitude of fascinating applications ranging from sealing double glazing units to cushioning in safety helmets. The majority of foam tapes are constructed from EPDM, Polyethylene, PVC, Polyurethane or Neoprene.
All these combinations of foams are available in varying thicknesses and adhesive types, therefore satisfying a multitude of end user applications.
Many foams have high specification flame retardant characteristics which are essential for the electrical switchgear, aviation and automotive industries.
Single and double sided foam tapes are generally supplied in sheet, strip, roll, or gasket formats.
The adhesive type plays a significant role in the overall performance of the product. Pure acrylic, solvent acrylic and synthetic rubbers are standard adhesives for double and single sided foam tape products.
Single and double sided foam tapes are constructed from either low, medium or high density foam. This density rating determines the level of compression of the foam and in turn the application it may be used for. Some single sided foam tapes are supplied pre-compressed in their roll format, and so on unwind, will expand to its designated width. These types of single sided foam tapes are particularly useful for sealing smooth or irregular joints. The primary functions for single sided foam tapes are to create a seal which prevents air, dust and moisture contaminants.
Double sided foam tapes are generally of a higher specification than the single sided foams. This is because of how and where the foams are expected to perform. Foam density combined with high performance adhesives ensures excellent tack, peel and holding power. Industrial mounting and anti vibration applications are typical uses for double sided foam tapes. A particular range of double sided foam tapes are used in industry for a direct replacement for mechanical fixings. These double sided foam tapes are known as VHB or foamed acrylics.
Single and double sided foam tapes are re-known for their conformability and this combined with many other unique characteristics make for a range of products essential for bonding and sealing applications.
Why Not Have a Foam Dance Party at Your Next Indiana Event
The term “foam dance party” is really confusing to a lot of people. What is it? Why would someone want to do play in foam? Where can you find one?
A foam dance party can be simple with foam pouring out of a machine into your back yard. You can also contain the foam in an inflatable pit or you can get really elaborate and add black lights disco balls and loud music. And if you wonder why everyone likes them? Just remember how fun it was to play in a bubble bath when you were a child. And then multiply that feeling again and again. Not only is it fun to be in the foam…but watching the bubbles float up through the sky is an entertaining experience.
In the past you could find foam dance parties at colleges but they are becoming more and more popular each year for the average backyard party. Of course there are always a lot of questions when the subject of the foam party comes up. I’ll try to answer some of them here:
* The foam is a specialty foam although you can actually use baby shampoo if you don’t have foam available.
* Foam Machines and Pits can be found at Specialty Party Rental Companies
* If you’re more of a DIY type person….you can find instructions for building your own foam machine on the internet. They are fairly simple to make.
* Nope…you’re not supposed to be naked. Clothing is good!
* Foam parties can work for all ages. You can adjust the amount of foam that’s filling the area to meet the needs of your guests.
Generally you’ll want to have your event outside and for safety’s sake you’ll need an area that isn’t slippery when it’s wet. Some inflatable foam pits have vinyl bottoms but most are just inflatable retaining walls.
If you rent equipment the cost for the parties generally runs from $300-$2000.00 depending on the amount of foam needed and the length of time for your event. This year you’ll probably see foam parties at Company Picnics, Birthday Parties, College Events, Fundraising parties and festivals.