I think my application would require a moulded part – can the foam be moulded?

The foams can be easily moulded by known techniques such as hot press forming (compression moulding) or sheet thermoforming (vacuum forming), as well as other techniques including embossing, etc. Good mouldings can often be achieved with very simple equipment.

The forces necessary to mould foam are low and therefore wooden or plaster moulds can be used unless very long runs are likely.

Alternatively the hot foams can easily be formed to shape by hand using techniques developed in the medical industry, the hot foam can be shaped directly onto the body with no irritation or burns risk if guidance is followed.

 
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