Foam Industries, Inc.

06/11/2026

PE In Minnesota, sometimes it's -20F. Sometimes it's 120F. Sometimes it's both in one day.

Ok, maybe not that extreme – but temperature swings are absolutely a key concern for packaging applications where keeping your product at a consistent temperature is crucial. Foam can help with that.

06/09/2026

Medical devices create packaging challenges that standard packaging was never built to solve. Fragile parts, sensitive surfaces, odd shapes, and expensive components all raise the stakes.

Custom foam packaging is built exactly for these unusual packaging challenges.

Foam applications for the medical industry require more precision and care than other industries. We make sure that all particles and dust are eliminated.

06/05/2026

Happy National Donut day!! 🍩 One of our favorite days!!!

06/02/2026

Not all foam is the same. Each material solves a different packaging problem. Here’s how to choose the right one.

Compare the most common packaging foams: PE, PU, XLPE, EPE, EPP, EPS, and XPS to choose the right material for protection and performance.

05/27/2026

Goldilocks in the fairy tale used trail and error. Today's Golidlock's doesn't need to: she can use data.

Cushioning curves tell you exactly how much foam your product needs — not too soft, not too firm. Too little and G-forces spike. Too much and the material bottoms out and transfers shock instead of absorbing it.

The sweet spot exists. You just have to know how to find it. https://www.foam-industries.com/news/what-is-a-cushioning-curve

05/22/2026

Rainy Memorial Day BBQ at Foam Industries! 💧🇺🇸🌭

05/21/2026

Speed matters. But packaging still has to work. FastAF means fast quotes, fast samples, and protection you can still rely on. See how it works:

Discover how FastAF custom foam packaging delivers speed, precision, and protection - without long lead times or costly tooling.

05/19/2026

Before a single foam piece is cut, you can calculate EXACTLY how much your packaging will weigh — and what that means for your shipping costs.

For other materials, you find out at the scale.

With foam, you know before you ever manufacture.

05/13/2026

Still using the same packaging spec from years ago? That “safe” choice could be driving damage, labor issues, or higher costs. Here’s how to evaluate and improve it:

Inheriting a packaging spec that doesn’t work is common. Learn how to spot the warning signs, avoid quick fixes, and stabilize packaging without a full redesign.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! 💗🌸💕🎀