Prototype Support

Key points to consider

If a designer can keep 3 key points in mind, it will benefit the sealing performance of the part:

Wider bead widths generally have higher sealing performance – larger sealing faces
Higher compression levels increase sealing performance
Harder foam will generally improve sealing performance

However the constraints of the part design; i.e. part flexibility, span and size of fixing points, wall thickness etc. all play a contributing factor.

About sealing performance

Initial component evaluation of sealing interface (CAD)
Processing of 1-off rapid prototype samples
Dedicated lab facility
Functional testing (IP 55-69K)
Commercial and technical feedback

Expertise comes from experience and being the largest contract foam sealing business in the UK, Robafoam represents a considerable design resource for our customers offers. Your interaction with our experts can be both commercial and technically beneficial to your development process. For further information regarding part design, please download our design guide.

With our years of industry experience working with global brands such as JLR, BMW, and Mercedes, we have built up a wealth of knowledge across a wide range of industries.

Automotive

Used and approved by most Global Auto OEM’s for many interior and exterior sealing and NVH applications.

Lighting

Robafoam seals ensure high IP rating for all lighting environments. From glass and plastic diffusers to cast ferrous components.

Marine

Used for decades in boat and yacht furniture assembly and sealing. From window frame to deck hatches and access points. A robust seal to last the life of the product.

Construction

Used extensively on door cassette sealing requirements. However, the technology is suitable for all water and air-tight component assemblies.

Electrical/ Electronic

For sealing, bonding and potting of many electrical demands including 1000’s of enclosure designs. Highly suitable for EV battery pack sealing.

Telecoms

Our ability to achieve IP69 for a demanding underground environment, means Robafoam are chosen extensively for component junctions with fibre optic and power distribution networks.

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What makes Robafoam different?

We are the UK’ only dedicated robotic foam sealing specialist company

Dedicated laboratory cell, located within our technical centre capable of processing parts up to 2m x 3m

With decades of experience across many industry types, give our company a huge depth of knowledge in meeting sealing performance.

Working closely with designers we can give valuable insight to enhancing component deign for optimal sealing performance.