EPP vs. EPS Foam: The Ultimate Guide to Packaging Protection

When it comes to protecting your products during storage and shipping, not all foam is created equal. At Lamar Packaging Systems, we help businesses like yours find the perfect balance between cost, performance, and sustainability. Here’s a closer look at the benefits of our two molded foam solutions.

EPP (Expanded Polypropylene):

  1. Lightweight and Reusable: Reduce shipping costs with a foam that’s light yet resilient      enough for repeated use
  2. Superior Impact Resistance: Protect fragile or high-value items, even under the most      demanding conditions
  3. Eco-Friendly: 100% recyclable and ideal for businesses focusing on sustainability.
  4. Applications: Automotive components, electronics, and premium packaging solutions for reusable systems.

EPS (Expanded Polystyrene): 

  1. Highly Cost Effective: An affordable solution for businesses with large-scale, single use packaging needs.
  2. Reliable Cushioning: Provides excellent shock absorption to safeguard products from impact.
  3. Versatile: Easily molded into complex shapes for customized packaging designs
  4. Applications: Consumer goods, medical devices, and protective inserts for bulk  shipments.

Which Foam is Right for You?

If durability and reusability are top priorities, EPP is your go-to. If affordability and efficient single-use packaging are key, EPS is perfect match. We take the guesswork out of choosing the right material. Our team will collaborate with you to design a custom foam molding solution tailored to your products, ensuring maximum protection, efficiency, and value.

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