Foam Sheets and Rolls for Packaging
Upackarts supplies EPE foam sheets and rolls in standard and custom sizes from Wadgaon Sheri, Pune. Delivery within 3 to 4 working days across Pune and Maharashtra. GST invoice on every order.
Why EPE Foam for Packaging?
EPE foam has a closed-cell structure -- millions of sealed air pockets inside the material. This gives it three key properties that open-cell foams and bubble wrap cannot match:
Sustained cushioning: Unlike bubble wrap which loses air under sustained pressure, EPE foam maintains its thickness and protective properties throughout a 30-day sea freight voyage or months in warehouse storage.
Moisture resistance: EPE foam does not absorb water. It maintains cushioning even in humid containers or wet handling conditions.
Surface-safe: The soft, smooth face of EPE foam does not scratch polished metal, painted surfaces, lacquered wood, or screen faces -- unlike bubble wrap which can cause micro-abrasion.
Available Thicknesses and Uses
5mm foam sheet: Scratch protection and light cushioning for ceramics, glassware, jewellery, cosmetics, and small electronics under 500g.
10mm foam sheet: Standard inner box lining for electronics, automotive sensors, spare parts, and consumer goods 500g to 3 kg.
15mm foam sheet: Heavier components 3 to 8 kg including precision instruments, laboratory equipment, and industrial parts.
25mm foam sheet: Export packaging for components above 8 kg. Inner lining for wooden export crates. Heavy industrial goods.
50mm foam sheet: Very heavy or high-value goods requiring maximum cushioning. Large machinery components and precision assemblies.
Foam rolls: Same material in continuous roll format for high-volume packaging lines. 10 to 15 percent more economical per square metre than cut sheets.
How to Use Foam Sheets for Packaging
For box lining: Cut foam sheets to fit all six interior faces of your corrugated box. Place the product inside surrounded on all six sides by foam. No surface of the product should touch cardboard directly.
For item wrapping: Cut foam to 2.5 times the item length and 1.5 times the width. Place item in the centre, fold foam over, secure with tape.
For wooden export crates: Use 25mm foam on the base, 10 to 15mm on all four sides and lid. Combine with silica gel desiccant packets and VCI film for metal components.
Best Used With
5-Ply Heavy Duty Corrugated Boxes for the outer structure: upackarts.in/products/5-ply-heavy-duty-corrugated-boxes/
Wooden Export Crates for heavy goods going by sea freight: upackarts.in/products/wooden-export-crates/
Bubble Wrap Rolls as a lighter alternative for simple wrapping: upackarts.in/products/bubble-wrap-rolls/
Silica Gel Packets for moisture protection inside sealed packaging: upackarts.in/products/silica-gel-packets-packaging/
BOPP Packing Tapes for sealing the outer box: upackarts.in/products/bopp-packing-tapes/
Complete Guides on Foam Sheet Packaging
EPE foam sheet complete buyer guide: upackarts.in/blog/epe-foam-sheet-packaging-india-buyer-guide/
Foam sheet vs bubble wrap comparison: upackarts.in/blog/foam-sheet-vs-bubble-wrap-packaging-comparison/
Foam sheet price guide India 2026: upackarts.in/blog/foam-sheet-price-india-2026-buyer-guide/
Thin foam sheet for fragile items: upackarts.in/blog/thin-foam-sheet-packaging-fragile-items-india-guide/
How to use foam sheets for packaging: upackarts.in/blog/how-to-use-foam-sheets-packaging-practical-guide/
GSTIN: 27AEPPU5724A1ZB. Delivery within 3 to 4 working days. WhatsApp +91-88560-64045 for bulk pricing and custom size quotes.
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PE Foam Sheets and Rolls for Packaging and Interleaving
Polyethylene foam is a closed-cell, flexible cushioning material that provides impact absorption, surface protection, and vibration damping. Unlike bubble wrap, foam does not have discrete air pockets — the closed-cell structure is uniform, which makes it better for interleaving applications where a consistent thin layer between surfaces is needed, and for products where a foam cut-to-shape insert is required.
Upackarts supplies PE foam in sheet and roll formats from 2mm to 25mm thickness. Thinner foam (2-5mm) is used for interleaving between flat glass panels, ceramic tiles, metal sheets, and polished stone slabs. Thicker foam (10-25mm) is used for cushioning heavy components, lining wooden crates, and making cut-to-shape inserts.
Key Properties of PE Foam
Closed-cell structure means it does not absorb water or moisture — foam-packed items will not be damaged by condensation or rain exposure during transit. PE foam is chemically inert, meaning it will not react with metal surfaces, painted finishes, or chemical coatings. It is also resistant to most oils and solvents, making it suitable for industrial applications where oil contamination is a risk.
Foam sheets can be easily cut with a knife or scissors to any required shape, which makes on-site customisation straightforward for packaging operations that handle varied product sizes.
Applications in Pune Manufacturing
Glass and ceramics exporters use 3-5mm foam sheets for interleaving between individual tiles and panels during palletised shipment. Electronics manufacturers use 10-25mm foam for custom-cut inserts in component packaging trays. Auto-component manufacturers use foam sheet for protecting machined surfaces from scratch and marking during handling. Furniture manufacturers use foam rolls for wrapping polished and lacquered surfaces before shrink wrapping.
Frequently Asked Questions
What thickness of foam should I use for interleaving glass tiles?
For standard ceramic tiles (10-15mm thick), 3mm foam interleaving is the standard. For thinner glass tiles or mirror glass, 2mm foam is sufficient. For heavy stone or marble tiles, 5mm foam provides better cushioning against edge impact during palletised transit.
Is PE foam reusable?
PE foam can be reused if it is not compressed to the point of crushing the cells. For light-duty applications like interleaving, the foam can typically be reused 3-5 times. For heavy cushioning applications where the foam absorbs significant impact, it should be replaced after use.
Can foam be supplied pre-cut to specific dimensions?
Yes. Pre-cut foam sheets to specified L x W dimensions are available on bulk orders. Custom die-cut shapes for specific product inserts are also available — contact us with your product dimensions and required insert shape.
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