Evazote® has established itself as an outstanding material in the world of technical foams. But what exactly is Evazote®, where is it used and what advantages does NOVAPOR offer you as a fabricator? This blog post will tell you everything you need to know about this remarkable foam.
What is Evazote®?
Evazote® is a closed-cell, cross-linked ethylene copolymer foam known for its exceptional toughness and resilience. This foam offers a remarkable combination of strength and flexibility, making it ideal for demanding applications where durability and resilience are critical. Compared to Plastazote® foams Evazote® foams are characterized by increased robustness and elasticity, making them a preferred choice for numerous industrial and technical applications.
Thanks to its closed-cell structure, Evazote® has excellent resistance to water, chemicals and other environmental conditions, making it ideal for use in humid or corrosive environments. These properties make Evazote® a popular choice in industries such as construction, transport, packaging, recreation and sports. Evazote® is particularly valued in the manufacture of protective equipment, padding and seals due to its excellent shock absorption and insulation.
Evazote® foams are available in a wide range of densities starting from 30 kg/m³, allowing flexible adaptation to specific requirements and applications. The wide range of attractive colours and the availability of various conductive grades further expand the application possibilities and provide solutions for specific technical requirements, including those requiring antistatic or electrostatic properties.
In addition, Evazote® foams are characterized by their ease of processing. They are easy to cut, shape and conform, making it easier to produce customized solutions. This versatility, combined with the superior physical properties, makes Evazote® an excellent choice for a wide range of applications where quality and performance are top priorities.
In summary, Evazote® is a high-performance foam that covers a wide range of industrial and technical applications thanks to its exceptional robustness, elasticity and durability. Whether in the construction industry, transportation, packaging or the leisure and sports industry, Evazote® offers reliable solutions for demanding requirements.
Where is Evazote® used?
The versatility of Evazote® is reflected in its wide range of applications. Some of the industries and products in which Evazote® foams are used include:
- Sport and recreation - Evazote® foams are found in protective padding such as durable and resilient knee pads that can withstand repeated impacts.
- Footwear – Due to their cushioning properties and durability, they are often used in shoe soles and insoles.
- Construction – Here they are used in expansion joints that compensate for movements and stresses in the structure.
- Industry - Evazote® foams are used for industrial seals that ensure reliable sealing under difficult conditions.
- Beauty products – Their soft yet sturdy structure makes them ideal for nail buffers and other beauty products.
- Shipbuilding – In shipping, they are used as boat fenders to protect boats from damage.
- Fitness – Evazote® gymnastics mats offer excellent comfort and durability for a variety of training types.
What Evazote qualities are there and what distinguishes them?
Evazote® foams are available in a range of qualities, each optimized for specific applications and requirements. Each quality is characterized by specific physical properties and performance characteristics.
Here are some of the common Evazote® qualities and their typical properties:
Evazote® EV30
Evazote® EV30 is a closed-cell, cross-linked ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer slabstock foam manufactured using Zotefoams' unique production process. With a density of 30 kg/m³ and a cell size of 0.4 mm, this foam is characterized by its excellent toughness and resistance. These properties make it ideal for applications that require high resilience and durability, such as cushioning, seals and protective equipment. The fine cell structure also provides excellent insulation and shock absorption, making Evazote® EV30 a versatile solution for various industrial and technical requirements. The standard color is black, but colors are also available depending on the order quantity.
Evazote® EV50
Evazote® EV50 Black is a closed-cell, cross-linked ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer slabstock foam manufactured using Zotefoams' innovative production process. With a density of 50 kg/m³, this foam offers an impressive combination of strength and flexibility. The black color variant of Evazote® EV50 is particularly robust and resilient, making it ideal for demanding applications where high resilience and durability are required.
Thanks to its closed-cell structure, Evazote® EV50 has excellent properties such as water and chemical resistance as well as excellent insulation properties. These features make it the ideal choice for use in a wide range of industries, including construction, transport, packaging and leisure. The high density of 50 kg/m³ provides additional strength and resilience, allowing this foam to perform reliably even under demanding conditions.
Evazote® EV50 Black is particularly suitable for the manufacture of industrial seals, shock absorbing materials and protective equipment. Its versatility and superior physical properties make it an excellent solution for applications where quality and performance are critical.
Evazote® EV45 CN
Evazote® EV 45 CN is a closed-cell, cross-linked ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer slabstock foam manufactured using Zotefoams' advanced production process. With a density of 45 kg/m³ and a cell size of 0.3 mm, this foam offers an excellent combination of strength, flexibility and fineness of the cell structure. An outstanding property of Evazote® EV 45 CN is its electrical conductivity, which makes it particularly suitable for applications where the dissipation of static electricity is required.
The closed-cell structure of the material provides excellent water and chemical resistance as well as excellent insulation properties. These properties make Evazote® EV 45 CN ideal for use in environments where electrical conductivity with a surface resistance of 10³ Ohm and protection from external influences are crucial. Typical applications include the electronics industry, where the foam is used as a packaging material for sensitive electronic components, as well as in antistatic floor coverings and seals.
Evazote® EV 45 CN combines the mechanical robustness and versatility of Evazote® foams with special conductive properties, making it an optimal solution for technically demanding and safety-critical applications. Its fine cell structure and electrically conductive properties ensure reliable performance in a wide range of industrial and technical applications.
What advantages does NOVAPOR offer as a processor of Evazote®?
As an experienced processor of Evazote® panels, NOVAPOR offers a variety of advantages that make us a preferred partner for companies from a wide range of industries. With a comprehensive machine park and in-depth specialist knowledge, we bring Evazote® panels into the desired shape and meet the highest standards of precision and quality. Whether as a cut, seal, panel or contour part - we produce your desired product from Evazote® foam with the utmost care and technical expertise.
Comprehensive range of services
Our wide range of machinery enables us to use a variety of processing methods customized to the specific requirements of our customers. We have the latest cutting and forming techniques that allow us to produce Evazote® sheets in almost any desired shape. Our services include:
- Precise cuts – With our highly developed cutting machines, we produce precisely cut pieces that are perfectly customized to your requirements.
- High-quality seals – We manufacture seals made from Evazote® that impress with their excellent elasticity and durability and function reliably in demanding environments.
- Customised foam sheets – Whether for use in the construction industry, transportation or packaging, we supply foam sheets in various sizes and thicknesses to meet your exact specifications.
- Complex contour parts – With our advanced milling and forming techniques, we produce contoured parts that meet even the most complex requirements.
State-of-the-art equipment
Our modern machines and equipment are designed to make the most of the unique properties of Evazote®. By using advanced CNC technology and precise milling machines, we guarantee a consistently high quality of our products. Our equipment includes:
- CNC cutting machines – For precise and repeated cutting.
- Waterjet and laser cutters – For processing complex contours and fine details.
- Milling machines – For the production of three-dimensional parts and complex shapes.
- Moulding and punching – For the production of seals and sheets in high quantities and with precision.
Customized solutions
At NOVAPOR, the customer takes centre stage. We offer customised solutions that are precisely suited to your needs. We accompany you through the entire process, from the initial consultation and development to production and delivery. Our flexibility and our commitment to the highest quality make us a reliable partner for companies in a wide range of industries.
Quality and Reliability
Quality and reliability are the cornerstones of our work. We rely on high-quality materials and the latest processing techniques to ensure that our products meet the highest standards. Our Quality management system ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 ensures that every production batch undergoes rigorous controls to ensure compliance with our high standards.
Recycling options for Evazote
The recycling of Evazote® contributes to sustainability by reducing the amount of waste and the need for new raw materials. With NOVAPOR's mechanical recycling, the material is shredded into small particles or foam flakes and converted into new products by our partners.
The recycled Evazote material can be used to manufacture new foam products such as paddings, mats, seals and packaging. Recycled Evazote® can be used as a filler material in various applications such as furniture upholstery, cushions or sports equipment. It also offers good damping and insulation properties. In the construction industry, recycled Evazote can be used as an insulation material or as a component of composite materials to improve the thermal and acoustic properties of buildings.
Use of Evazote in cleanroom packaging
Due to its physical and chemical properties, Evazote® is well suited for use in Cleanroom packagingIt provides protection against physical damage, prevents the ingress of contaminants and has low particle release.
Requirements for cleanroom packaging:
- Particle-free – Materials used in cleanroom packaging must have very low particle release to meet cleanroom standards. Evazote can meet this requirement in most cases.
- Outgassing – Materials should not outgas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or other substances that could affect the purity of the cleanroom. Evazote typically has low outgassing rates.
- Compatibility with sterilization procedures – The packaging must be able to be sterilized without losing its physical properties. Evazote can withstand sterilization processes such as ethylene oxide sterilization (EtO) or gamma irradiation.
These properties make it an ideal material for use in demanding environments such as clean rooms in the medical, pharmaceutical and electronics industries.
Experienced team
Our team consists of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in foam processing. We work closely with our customers to understand their requirements and develop tailor-made solutions. Our experts are able to implement even the most demanding projects, always ensuring the highest quality standards.
With NOVAPOR as your partner for processing Evazote® panels, you benefit from our extensive experience, state-of-the-art technologies and a deep understanding of our customers' needs. Trust in our expertise to implement your individual requirements precisely and efficiently.