Foam die cutting is a process that allows foam pieces to be cut to your exact specifications. When you need specific pieces for packaging your products, or require special foam pieces for your products, custom die foam cutting is the way to go.

Die cutting machines and supplies can be purchased for your business that requires high volume foam die cutting. Commercial die cutting services are available when it makes more sense have foam cut for you. Consider the following as you work with professionals to design the specific pieces you need for your products:

1. Purchase a specific foam for your custom die cutting needs

2. Buy foam die cutting systems

3. Hire a foam die cutting service that offers custom design and cutting services

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Purchase foam die cutting supplies for your specific die cutting needs

Whether you are having foam cut in house or using custom die cutting services, the right foam is key to the end result of the product. Purchase specific types of foam from a foam manufacturer.

I recommend: Bergad Specialty Foams carries an extensive line of viscoelastic foams. Custom formulated viscoelastic foam can be made to meet your specific needs. Get competitive pricing on foam die cutting supplies through SMI Materials. Work with professionals at their plant to choose materials that meet your specifications and application requirements. Advanced Materials is ISO-13485 certified, setting them apart from other die cutting foam suppliers.

Buy foam die cutting machines

When you are making custom foam pieces for your business or outsourcing your services, you will want to purchase a high-end foam die cutting machine. Commercial die cutting machines can be designed to meet your exact specifications.

I recommend: Purchasing foam die cutting machines from Associated Pacific. AP carries foam die cutting machines with feeding systems and material specific systems. AP also sells used machinery at discounted prices. Croma sells a complete range of cutting machines from Craftsman series to fully computerized Systems. They offer many options that increase the options of your foam die cutting machine.

Outsource foam die cutting to a custom specialist

When purchasing foam die cutting equipment is not feasible for your business needs, outsource to a company that specializes in custom foam die cutting. These companies have a vast supply of foam to choose from and often times will allow you to provide your own foam when they do not have something to meet your exact specifications.

I recommend: Internationally recognized as a supplier of custom die cut foam and rubber components, Thrust Industries offers a wide variety of industries and applications. Their custom laminating capabilities allow for pressure sensitive adhesives to specific areas according to your exact specifications. Design Converting is a commercial foam die cutting company that also offers custom foam die cutting services.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When you require special coatings and/or adhesives to be applied to your custom foam pieces, it is best to work with a custom die cutting service.