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As the opening date for Zotefoams’ new plant in Poland moves closer, Group CEO David Stirling provides answers to some FAQs about the choice of location and plans for opening the facility. Q: Why did you choose Poland as the location for Zotefoams’ third foam manufacturing site? A: Poland was a clear choice from the
READ MOREZotefoams is pleased to announce renewed approval from the UK Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) for specific grades in its AZOTE® polyolefin foams range, confirming their suitability for contact with potable water up to 50°C for domestic purposes. The re-certification confirms that Plastazote® grades from 15-70 kg/m3 in LDPE and 30-110 kg/m3 in HDPE, as
READ MOREFollowing comprehensive testing to demonstrate compliance with the EU Commission Regulation No 10/2011 on plastic materials intended to come into contact with food, Plastazote from Zotefoams’ AZOTE® range has been selected as a lightweight alternative to traditional rubber protective seals for world-famous Parmesan cheese. Plastazote is a range of lightweight, crosslinked polyethylene block foams from
READ MOREZotefoams plc is pleased to announce that it has successfully qualified for the new ISO 45001 international safety standard, following an audit conducted remotely to maintain the company’s safe working practices during the COVID-19 pandemic. The certification applies to the company’s Croydon, UK headquarters and manufacturing site, where some 310 staff from a total global
READ MORESpace tourism will become a reality later this year with inaugural commercial flights already booked out and demand for tickets surging, according to the companies vying to take the lead in this latest space race. By some estimates, the commercial space industry – including space tourism – is expected to be worth $1 trillion (£766bn)
READ MOREAs the world battles the current COVID-19 pandemic, Zotefoams is pleased to be able to support the medical community using Plastazote® polyethylene foams from the AZOTE® range. Latex-free, non-toxic and hypoallergenic, Plastazote is already the most-cited thermoplastic foam in medical literature for skin contact suitability, with medical grades tested to ISO10993 (Biological evaluation of medical
READ MOREContact the AZOTE® team for more information or samples Zotefoams, has added to its groundbreaking AZOTE® Adapt range with the introduction of LZ45 Matt Black, which promises improved efficiency and appearance combined with better protection of luxury items. AZOTE Adapt is a range of crosslinked polyethylene foams with fine cell structure, excellent consistency and low
READ MOREThe latest news from the team responsible for Zotefoams’ new facility in Brzeg, Poland, is that we are on schedule for production to commence in Q3 of this year as planned. The plant will add 50,000m3 – an increase of some 15% – to our annual global foam production capacity and the site is large
READ MOREZotefoams, a world leader in cellular materials technology, premieres its latest closed cell OSU grade foam, ZOTEK® F OSU XR, promising huge weight savings for aircraft manufacturers, as the company extends its High-Performance Product (HPP) line. Zotefoams’ latest polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) foam, ZOTEK F XR, is an extra-rigid closed cell crosslinked foam available in densities
READ MOREZotefoams will present its unparalleled line-up of closed cell foams from the AZOTE® polyolefin range plus High-Performance Products (HPP) from ZOTEK®, including ZOTEK N and latest innovation ZOTEK T on booth 2208. In the heartland of North America’s automobile industry, Zotefoams will demonstrate how it can help manufacturers rise to the triple challenge of evolving
READ MOREZotefoams has been recognised by a leading veterans’ charity for its commitment to supporting ex-service personnel and people with disabilities through its business choices. Celebrating its centenary year, RBLI presented Zotefoams with an engraved 10-inch Tommy figure and certificate, in recognition of its ongoing support. The charity was founded to meet the specific needs of
READ MORET-FIT® unique insulation technology, a Zotefoams plc business, has set up a sales and service operation in one of India’s pharma hubs, Ahmedabad, in response to increased demand and opportunity for the technical insulation range. T-FIT is a range of unique, technical pipework insulation products designed for highly controlled production environments. Its range includes T-FIT
READ MOREFollowing the huge interest generated by the launch of ReZorceTM, a range of recyclable mono-material barrier packaging, advanced cellular materials manufacturer Zotefoams plc has appointed Paul Turner as a Non-Executive Director of its Boston, USA-based MuCell Extrusion LLC business. Paul has over 25 years’ experience in the chemical Industry, holding senior executive roles with organisations
READ MOREZotefoams will be premiering an industry first in recyclable barrier packaging, launching under the brand name ReZorce™ at this year’s K 2019 show in Dusseldorf, Germany, as well as showcasing recent innovations from its AZOTE® and ZOTEK® premium and High-Performance foam ranges. ReZorce is a range of HDPE mono-materials with barrier properties that meet or
READ MOREFollowing the successful launch of AZOTE® Adapt last month, Zotefoams will present the new polyolefin block foam at K 2019 demonstrating its unique process that redefines chemical foaming. Zotefoams, a world leader in cellular materials, has delivered another innovation from leading range AZOTE®, a range of crosslinked polyethylene foams with a fine cell structure, excellent
READ MOREReZorce™ is a range of recyclable HDPE mono-materials offering barrier properties that meet or exceed all food industry standards as an alternative to composite packaging. The multi-layer structure of ReZorce allows incorporation of recycled material within the core of the material Available for licensing to brand owners and converters, ReZorce is suitable for a wide
READ MOREZotefoams, world leaders in cellular material technology, is headed to this year’s NBAA show in Las Vegas, USA to highlight the potential of its unique, high-performance foam ZOTEK® F to reduce the fuel consumption of an aircraft while offering fast and instant changes that add a customizable, luxury feel to cabin interiors. Following a year
READ MOREZotefoams demonstrates technological leadership with new crosslinked polyolefin block foam manufactured via a unique process that redefines chemical foaming.
READ MOREZotefoams today premieres innovations in its AZOTE® polyolefin foams and ZOTEK® high-performance products (HPP) ranges, including a significant development in crosslinked polyethylene foams
READ MOREZotefoams will be displaying its unique range of closed cell foams ideal for the automotive industry at this year’s Foam Expo Europe in Stuttgart, Germany – the birthplace of the automobile.
READ MOREZotefoams’ Interim Report for the six months ended 30 June 2019 updates on successful execution of growth and capacity plans
READ MORESwiss Shielding Corporation AAG (SSC), a developer of innovative concepts and system components for railway vehicle construction, has employed Plastazote® MP15FR, a lightweight polyethylene block foam from Zotefoams’ AZOTE® range, to produce the award-winning rail insulation system SSC-Q, enabling energy savings of up to 26% in comparison with other traditional methods.
READ MOREOutdoor enthusiasts and suppliers of outdoor gear are hitting the trail to Zotefoams Inc’s booth at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market to talk about AZOTE® – the most widely used closed cell foam in the outdoor clothing and equipment sector.
READ MOREZotefoams, a world leader in cellular materials technology, is pleased to announce it is now an accredited Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) following a three-day audit.
READ MOREAZOTE® polyolefin foams will be the focal point for Zotefoams, the world’s largest producer of lightweight, cross-linked polyolefin block foams, at this year’s APFE exhibition in Shanghai, China.
READ MORET-FIT®, a Zotefoams plc business, will be showcasing the exceptional performance benefits from the pharmaceutical cleanroom piping insulation of choice, T-FIT Clean, at this year’s P-MEC exhibition, co-located with CPhI China (18 – 20 June 2019) in Shanghai. T-FIT is a unique, modular technical pipework insulation system purposely designed for highly controlled production environments. Visitors
READ MORET-FIT®, a Zotefoams plc business, will be launching the latest product, T-FIT Process, from its advanced insulation technology range designed for high temperature processing environments at this year’s AchemAsia.
READ MOREZotefoams plc, the world’s largest manufacturer of lightweight cross-linked block foams, has announced two new grades in its bestselling Plastazote® polyolefin foams range designed to improve efficiencies in product protection applications. Plastazote, a low-density polyethylene foam range in the AZOTE® family, has set the standard for protection of products in transit, long-term storage and conservation
READ MORET-FIT®, a Zotefoams plc business, will be highlighting the various challenges affecting cleanroom operations at this year’s Cleanroom Technology Conference with its leading product, T-FIT Clean.
READ MOREZotefoams plc, a world leader in cellular materials technology, has announced the appointment of Benito Sala to the role of Managing Director Europe. Benito was formerly Plant Director and Managing Director at PPG of the Quattordio Plant in Italy.
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