Acid reflux is a disease that affects millions of people on a daily basis. Long-term acid reflux can cause serious esophageal damage, such as bleeding, ulcers or scarring that can reduce swallowing ability. For some people, it may only occur on rare occasion but for those experiencing it twice a week or more, it is classified as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). People can spend thousands of dollars a year on acid reflux treatment or even undergo surgeries to correct ... (Read More)
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The Types, Qualities, and Benefits of Foam Rubber Products
Foam rubbers are durable materials made of varying blends of polymers and elastomers that produce some of the most versatile and unique materials in the world of foam. With their substantial list of applications and characteristics, neoprene sheets and gymnastic rubber are two of the most useful and utilitarian products in Foam Factory, Inc.’s catalog, and can easily be customized to fit any application for which their attributes provide the best solution. A medium-weight, resistant material, neoprene is a ... (Read More)
Get Creative with Arts and Crafts with Foam!
While numerous, foam’s applications are often thought of in a functional sense; a utility material that gets the job done. Whether it’s deadening a room’s sound, softening a firm mattress or keeping delicates safe in packaging, foam is a go-to material for many things. But at the end of the day, foam doesn’t necessarily have to be left at the job site. It is also a wonderful product for arts and crafts at home with the family, at school ... (Read More)
Foam Toys For Worry-Free Fun From Foam Factory
Just like the people who use it, foam can take on many different roles in life. Foam can always be found working hard as insulation, floor padding, packaging or sound treatment; tasks it excels in. But once the workday is done and the weekend arrives, foam gets to show its lighter side, with its ability to be made into a plethora of toys for any age. Foam Factory, Inc. is proud to offer a wide selection of foam toys, ... (Read More)
Custom Tool Inserts: Time and Money Saving Organization
Many projects in life require “the right tool for the job.” Whether it’s as basic as a hammer to drive a nail or as intricate as mechanical testing components in a mobile workstation, keeping tools secure and organized is vital to getting projects completed as quickly and efficiently as possible. With Foam Factory, Inc.’s custom foam tool casing, form-fit inserts can be made for your carry-along toolbox, the cases for precision instruments or the drawers and shelves of your ... (Read More)
Tailor Your Home’s Comfort with Custom Decor Filling
Our homes are the single place we know we can always go to get away from the anxiety and hassle of our daily lives. They’re where we have total control, so we surround ourselves with comfortable furniture, pillows, and other decorations, in designs and styles to match our personalities and put us at ease. But someday, when you go to unwind in your favorite chair, you might notice it’s not quite as comfortable as it used to be. When ... (Read More)
Get a Creative, Eye-Catching Foam Novelty for Your Event or Business
A creative, custom foam cutout is sure to maximize the value of your promotional product at your next big event. Does your business want to add an extra layer of fun and memorability? Foam Factory has what you need to make your next event a success! Foam can be a great material for promotional items that are aesthetically pleasing. These types of items are fun to receive as part of a prize ensemble in sweepstakes or giveaways. These products ... (Read More)
Understanding and Applying Shore Durometer Hardness Values
Understanding the hardness of a material that can be used in a variety of applications is vital for selecting its proper use. With the different varieties of foam and the multitude of uses for each type, hardness is one of the most important factors that help decide the practicality of a particular foam type in a given application. The hardness testing for foam and foam rubber products is performed by a Shore Durometer, which assigns a hardness value to ... (Read More)
Expanded Polystyrene Foam: Uses and Qualities
As one of the world’s most popular materials, we use polystyrene daily, often times without even noticing. Beyond the visible goods we encounter (cups, food trays, coolers, toys and packaging material), polystyrene is also used as a component in insulation, flotation devices, and construction. Its versatility, practicality, and affordability is why Foam Factory, Inc. offers polystyrene in 4-pack quantities to suit commercial, residential, or personal needs, whatever they may be. There are two main varieties of polystyrene foam, defined ... (Read More)
Protection and Comfort in Athletics with Custom Foam Padding
As the world of sports has evolved, so too have its participants. Today’s athletes are bigger, stronger, faster and better prepared than ever before. Unfortunately, this progress comes with a cost, as the increased physical masses and speeds seen on the field of play directly correlate to a greater potential for injury. Now more than ever, proper safety equipment and padding is vital in athletics. Gone are the days where leather football helmets and generic goalie masks were sufficient ... (Read More)
