Specialty Foams
Thermotec offers an extensive range of proven closed cell foams so that you can now select the best sheet foam for your particular application.
Buoyancy FoamsLow Density Cross Linked Closed Cell Polyethylene foam, acid, solvent and water resistant. Innovative design to help you meet Australian Builders Plate and USL regulations for the boating industry. Available in plank 50mm thick x 1000mm wide x 2000mm long. Can be cut into strips on request. . Compliant and certified buoyancy foam with the National Register of Compliant Equipment until 2011. For more information
Special Note: Thermotec Buoya is specifically manufactured for use in all alloy and steel construction boats and is suitable for use where it is welded into sealed compartments as well as for use in all GRP, Wooden etc. boats.
- Care must always be taken when welding near any Polyethylene Foam Products. Due to high temperatures, caused by welding, it is possible for P.E. Foam to ignite. We recommend the use of a glass fibre cloth to be placed over the foam where welding to protect against ignition from the high temperature heat produced. Thermotec can supply the glass fibre cloth on request.
Supafoam
Direct extruded foam sheeting. Available in a range of densities, widths and thicknesses. Manufactured by Thermotec in Australia for more than 20 years. Reusable and recyclable.
- Proven in thousands of applications.
- Foamwrap Anti-abrasion protection
- Foampac Custom fabricated impact protection sections
- WMP Waterproof membrane protection
- Insulation Tank, spa, floor and general thermal insulation, as well as impact sound insulation and floating floor underlay
- Jointfill Expansion joint filler
- Rooftherm Under-roof insulation
- Walltherm Wall insulation
- Ductwrap Foil faced for duct insulation.
Available in pipe, rod and net form
Pipe insulation for thermal and acoustic applications Protective foam netting for fruit and bottle protection Sealant backing rod for joint filling "Pool noodle"- chairs & lounges Profiles for furniture industry Roof-rack protectors.
Softfoam
Cross-linked polyethylene and EVA foams - fine, closed-cell foam. Available in sheets in a full range of thicknesses and densities. Aesthetically pleasing foam available in a range of colours. Comprehensively tested and proven in Australian conditions.
- Child Safety
- Spa Covers
- Crash Wall Mats
- Body Protection
- Gaskets & Seals
- Sleeping Mats
- Eaves Fillers
- Life Jackets
- Case Inserts
- Exercise Mats
- Boat Fenders
- Pool Games
- Water Sports Products
Plankfoam
Non cross-linked polyethylene foam planks. Proven product performance in a wide variety of applications. Plankfoam is lightweight, resilient, tough, waterproof and resists aging, rotting and chemicals. Available in a full range of densities and thicknesses.. Re-useable and recyclable. Cushion Packaging Protection packaging against single and multiple impacts and vibration. Ensures appropriate protection with a minimum of foam. Component Parts A material for products requiring shock absorbing, vibration dampening, insulating, barrier or buoyancy component.
- Floating Covers
- Bodyboard Cores
- Component Separators
- Archery Targets
- Life Jackets
- Case Inserts
- Ammunition Filler
Thermotec Australia's substantial experience over the past 18 years has enabled the company to successfully offer clients a range of converting services. In particular we specialise in high volume, long run converting for OEM manufacturers and other high volume users of specialty foam components. Products are tailor-made to meet client's requirements. Many of the converted products are specifically designed for impact protection packaging applications but the company is also able to make a wide range of products by using its computer aided cutting, slitting, spliting, die cutting, sheeting and laminating facilities.
Some of the many products that the company can produce to client's order using various open and closed cell foams include:
- computer protection
- swim kick boards
- novelty hats and peaks
- engine seals
- gaskets
- camping mats
- stadium cushions
- life jacket buoyancy inserts
- educational jigsaws





