Protective / Foam

 

Procell keeps your products in perfect condition – it leaves no marks.
Ideal for glass, polished wood, or painted surfaces. Use 2.5mm for all glue-less wood and laminate flooring.

Benefits:

• Light as a feather
• Soft yet sturdy
• Simple to apply and durable
• Moisture resistant insulation
• 100% recyclable
• CFC and HCFC Free
• 4 thicknesses (1mm, 1.5mm, 2.5mm, 4mm)
• 5 widths (500mm, 600mm, 750mm, 1,000mm, 1,500mm)
• 4 lengths (75M, 120M, 200M, 300M)
• BondMark approved for peace of mind

Order Code	Description	Width(mm)	Length(m)	Pack Quantity
14F61	Foam wrap 1.0mm	600	300	2
14F71	Foam wrap 1.0mm	750	300	2
14F101	Foam wrap 1.0mm	1000	300	1
14F151	Foam wrap 1.0mm	1500	300	1
14F515	Foam wrap 1.5mm	500	200	3
14F1515	Foam wrap 1.5mm	1500	200	1
14F1025	Foam wrap 2.5mm	1000	120	1
14F1525	Foam wrap 2.5mm	1500	120	1
14F54	Foam wrap 4.00mm	500	75	3
14F104	Foam wrap 4.00m	1000	75	1
14F154	Foam wrap 4.0mm	1500	75	1

 

Product Code	Description
14F71	750x1mm - Foam Rolls
14F101	1,000x1mm - Foam Rolls
14F151	1,500x1mm - Foam Rolls
14F1515	1,500x1.5mm - Foam Rolls
14F1025	1,000x2.5mm - Foam Rolls
14F1525	1,500x2.5mm - Foam Rolls
14F54	500x4mm - Foam Rolls
14F104	1,000x4mm - Foam Rolls
14F154	1,500x4mm - Foam Rolls
14F515	500x1.5mm - Foam Rolls
14FS25	340x340x25mm - RX25 Grey Foam

Protective Foam Wrap (Procell) — Overview

Protective foam wrap is a lightweight, closed-cell cushioning material designed to protect delicate surfaces and reduce damage from knocks, vibration, and abrasion during handling, storage, and transport. In this collection you’ll find foam wrap rolls in multiple thicknesses and widths, making it easy to match the protection level to the item being packed. Foam wrap is especially useful where you need a clean, non-scratching layer between products (for example glass, polished timber, painted finishes, laminates, and coated metals) and where you want a wrap that stays soft yet resilient.

Because foam wrap is moisture resistant and provides light insulation, it’s commonly used as an interleaving layer inside cartons, as a wrap around individual items, or as a protective liner between stacked components. It is also easy to cut, fold, and tape, helping packers create consistent protection without adding excessive weight or bulk.

Protective Foam Wrap — Helpful Guide

1) Foam wrap rolls (surface protection + cushioning)

Foam wrap rolls are the core product type in this category. They are supplied as continuous rolls so you can wrap items fully, create pads, or cut sheets to size. Choosing the right thickness is the main decision: thinner foam is ideal for scratch prevention and light cushioning, while thicker foam provides better impact absorption and separation between heavier or more fragile items.

• Foam wrap 1.0mm (14F61) — thin, flexible foam for scratch prevention and light cushioning; useful as an interleaving layer between smooth surfaces.

• Foam wrap 1.0mm (14F71) — same thickness in an alternate width for faster wrapping of wider items and panels.

• Foam wrap 1.0mm (14F101) — wider roll option for covering larger surfaces with fewer seams.

• Foam wrap 1.0mm (14F151) — extra-wide roll for large components, furniture parts, and broad panels where continuous coverage matters.

• Foam wrap 1.5mm (14F62) — a step up in cushioning while remaining easy to conform around corners and profiles.

• Foam wrap 1.5mm (14F72) — alternate width for efficient wrapping and reduced overlap on medium-to-large items.

• Foam wrap 1.5mm (14F102) — wider roll for faster coverage and improved productivity on larger packs.

• Foam wrap 1.5mm (14F152) — extra-wide roll for broad surfaces and panel protection.

• Foam wrap 2.5mm (14F63) — commonly chosen for glue-less wood and laminate flooring protection; provides stronger cushioning and separation.

• Foam wrap 2.5mm (14F73) — alternate width for wrapping longer or wider items with fewer joins.

• Foam wrap 2.5mm (14F103) — wider roll for higher throughput and consistent coverage on larger packs.

• Foam wrap 2.5mm (14F153) — extra-wide roll for large panels, doors, benchtops, and furniture components.

• Foam wrap 4.0mm (14F64) — thicker cushioning for higher-risk handling, heavier items, or where extra separation is needed.

• Foam wrap 4.0mm (14F74) — alternate width for efficient wrapping of bulky or wide items.

• Foam wrap 4.0mm (14F104) — wider roll for faster coverage and fewer seams on large packs.

• Foam wrap 4.0mm (14F154) — extra-wide roll for large-format protection and high-volume packing lines.

2) Understanding thickness (1.0mm vs 1.5mm vs 2.5mm vs 4.0mm)

1.0mm is best when the main goal is preventing scuffs and scratches on sensitive finishes. It’s easy to wrap tightly around corners and is ideal as an interleaving layer between stacked items.

1.5mm adds a noticeable increase in cushioning while still remaining highly flexible. It’s a good general-purpose option for mixed shipments where you want more protection without significantly increasing pack size.

2.5mm is often selected for higher-value surfaces and for applications where you want stronger separation and impact absorption. It’s also commonly used for glue-less wood and laminate flooring protection because it cushions without marking.

4.0mm provides the highest cushioning in this range and is suited to heavier items, higher drop-risk handling, or when you need extra spacing between components to prevent contact damage.

3) Choosing width and roll length

Width affects both protection quality and packing speed. A roll that is too narrow can lead to multiple overlaps and seams, while a roll that is too wide can be harder to control around small items. As a practical approach:

• Choose a width that covers the broadest face of the item with minimal overlap.

• For long, flat products (panels, benchtops, doors), wider rolls reduce seams and improve consistency.

• For small or irregular items, narrower rolls can reduce waste and improve handling.

Roll length influences changeover frequency. Longer rolls reduce downtime on packing benches and lines, while shorter rolls can be easier to store and handle in low-volume environments.

4) Key material properties (why foam wrap behaves differently to paper or bubble)

• Closed-cell structure: helps resist moisture uptake and provides resilient cushioning.

• Non-abrasive surface: designed to protect finishes without leaving marks on many sensitive surfaces.

• Lightweight: adds protection without significantly increasing shipping weight.

• Easy converting: can be cut into sheets, folded into corner pads, or layered for extra cushioning.

Case Study: Reducing surface damage on finished components

A manufacturer shipping painted and polished components was experiencing cosmetic damage caused by item-to-item contact inside cartons. Switching from loose fill and paper-only separation to a consistent foam interleaving and wrap process reduced scuffing and edge rub. The team standardized on thinner foam for interleaving and thicker foam for edge and corner build-up, improving pack consistency and reducing rework caused by surface defects.

Key takeaways from this type of application:

• Use foam as a contact barrier wherever two finished surfaces may touch.

• Increase thickness at edges and corners, where damage risk is highest.

• Standardize widths to reduce waste and speed up packing.

How to choose the correct protective foam wrap

Step 1: Identify the primary risk

• Scratch/scuff risk: prioritize a clean, non-abrasive barrier (often thinner foam is sufficient).

• Impact/vibration risk: prioritize cushioning (often thicker foam or multiple layers).

• Compression/stacking risk: consider thicker foam and ensure the outer carton provides adequate strength.

Step 2: Match thickness to fragility and handling

If items are handled frequently, shipped via multi-drop routes, or packed with limited void space, choose a thickness that maintains separation even when the carton is bumped or squeezed. For very delicate finishes, use foam as the first layer against the product, then add secondary protection (such as corner protection or additional cushioning) as needed.

Step 3: Select width to minimize seams

Seams can become weak points where surfaces may rub or where tape can contact the product. A wider roll can reduce seams on large items, while a narrower roll can be easier to control on small items. Aim for consistent coverage with minimal overlap.

Step 4: Build a repeatable packing method

• Wrap the item with enough overlap to prevent exposed edges.

• Secure foam to foam (not directly to delicate surfaces) where possible.

• Add extra layers at corners, handles, protrusions, and contact points.

• Use test packs and drop/handling simulations to confirm performance before scaling.

Common applications

• Glass and glazed items: wrap to prevent abrasion and reduce edge chipping risk when combined with rigid outer packaging.

• Furniture and joinery: protect painted and polished surfaces; use thicker foam at corners and edges.

• Flooring and panels: use foam as a protective layer to prevent rub marks and minor impact damage during transport and storage.

• Metal and coated components: interleave to prevent surface-to-surface contact and transit scuffing.

Handling, storage, and sustainability notes

Store foam wrap rolls in a clean, dry area away from sharp edges that could puncture or tear the material. Keep rolls protected from prolonged UV exposure to maintain performance. Where recycling streams exist for polyethylene materials, segregating clean foam from mixed waste can improve recyclability outcomes. This foam wrap range is also produced without CFC and HCFC blowing agents.

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