Innovative solutions for Insulation, Dampening, Cushioning and Sealing Applications
Indica offers a wide range of Acoustic and Thermal materials designed to absorb sound and insulate heat for a variety of industries. Ranging from polyurethane to fibre technologies indica offers materials that are compliant with automotive, marine, cabin and building regulations in terms of flammability, VOCs (“Volatile Organic Compounds”) and emission control. Acoustic and Thermal levels remain crucial to the functionality and experience of a product or vehicle as well as work place and HVAC ergonomics. Indica provides a wide range of materials to assist NVH departments and acoustic engineers and original equipment manufacturers in effective noise and heat control management.
Technical SpecIndica offers a wide range of reticulated polyether and polyester based foams for water and air filteration. The porosity or breathability of the foam is determined by the cell count per inch. Indica ensures that its products meet a high standard of cell structure control. Foams can be subject to pressure drop testing where filteration control of smaller elements is crucial.
Technical SpecIndica offers a wide range of materials which “dampen” and attenuate low frequency noises. These range from heavy density barriers, fibreglass and rockwool solutions to decoupler sandwich composites which can be tailor made to insulate against specific noise problems.
Technical SpecWe offer a range of high resilience and durable polyethers for bespoke comfort applications as well as viscoelastic “memory foam” which can provide high levels of weight distribution relieving pressure and allowing for a relaxing and comfortable experience. We also specialise in bio-compatible facings and coatings which are approved for safe use by recognised medical standards.
Technical SpecIndica offers an extensive range of flexible to heavy duty sealing control for the HVAC and Automotive industry. These range from EPDM’s, Neoprene, Cross Linked Polyethelynes to semi-closed cell rubbers and sponges. This allows a wide range of choice to choose the correct material in terms of compression set and weatheribility for the desired application. Aside from sealing applications, many of these materials can be used effectively as bumpers and spacers for squeak and rattle applications. Indica is also able to provide cutting solutions for quick and easy on the line applications. We are also able to advise on the correct choice of adhesives that laminate well to various materials and substrates ranging from PP, Steel, ABS, and Aluminium amongst others.
Technical SpecIndica has a range of materials which are best suited for high performance in terms of weight savings, high temperature, weatheribilty, flame retardency and resiliency. These range from polyamide and melamine foams to silicone foams. Special applications can be coalescent filters, “Class O” or specially treated for hydrophobic or hydrophilic applications.
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Material Grade | Density | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Low Density Polyurethane | 14 - 20kg/m3 | FMVSS 302 | Automotive, Thermoformable |
Polyether "Open Cell" PU Foam | 23 - 35kg/m3 | FMVSS 302, VDA 278 | Automotive Interiors |
Polyether "Open Cell" PU Foam | 35 - 55kg/m3 | FMVSS 302, VDA 278 | Automotive Interiors |
Polyether "Open Cell" PU Foam | 23 - 35kg/m3 | UL 94 | Acoustics and Insulations |
Polyether "Open Cell" PU Foam | 35 - 55kg/m3 | UL 94 | Acoustics and Insulations |
Fibre Glass Insulation | Acoustics and Insulations | ||
Polypropyline Fibres | 7 - 27kg/m3 | FMVSS 302 | Acoustics and Thermal Insulation |
Reconstituted Rebond Foam | 60 - 120kg/m3 | FR | Acoustics and Thermal Insulation |
Closed Cell Nitrile Foam | 60 - 80kg/m3 | FMVSS 302 and BS476 Class 0 | Thermal Insulation |
Material Grade | Density | Pores Per Inch | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Open Cell Reticulated Polyester Foam | 30 - 32kg/m3 | 8 - 120ppi | F.M.V.S.S. 302 | Dust Control |
Open Cell Reticulated Polyester Foam | 32 - 36kg/m3 | 8 - 120ppi | F.M.V.S.S. 302 | Dust Control |
Material Grade | Density | Pores Per Inch | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Open Cell Reticulated Polyester Foam | 25kg/m3 | 10 - 80ppi | N/A | Water Control |
Open Cell Reticulated Polyester Foam | 30kg/m3 | 10 - 80ppi | N/A | Water Control |
Material Grade | Density | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Mass Loaded Barrier Mats | 1.5 - 5g/m2 | FMVSS 302 | Sound Dampening |
Bituman Damping Sheets | Various | FMVSS 302 | Sound Dampening |
Neoprene Rubber | Various | FR | Sound Dampening |
Foam Decouplers | Various | FR | Sound Dampening |
Material Grade | Density | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Open Cell Fast Drying Foams ("Calipore") | 25 - 31kg/m3 | N/A | Outdoor Seating, Quick Drying |
Graphite combustion modified Polyethers | 50 - 79kg/m3 | Aerospace + Rail Compliant | Special Seating (Rail/Aerospace) |
Visco Elastic Foams | 55 - 65kg/m3 | BS 5852 | Seating, Furniture and Bedding |
Material Grade | Density | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Closed Cell Cross Linked Expanded Polyethylene Foam | 28kg/m3 | FMVSS302, VDA 278v | Seals, Gaskets & Anti Rattle bumpers |
Closed Cell Cross Linked Expanded Polyethylene Foam | 45kg/m3 | FMVSS302, VDA 278 | Seals, Gaskets & Anti Rattle bumpers |
Closed Cell Cross Linked Expanded Polyethylene Foam | 60kg/m3 | FMVSS302, VDA 278 | Seals, Gaskets & Anti Rattle bumpers |
Closed Cell Cross Linked Expanded Polyethylene Foam | 165kg/m3 | FMVSS302 | Seals, Gaskets & Anti Rattle bumpers |
Closed Cell E.P.D.M Sponge Foam | 110 - 150kg/m3 | UL94 HF, FMVSS302 | Seals, Gaskets & Anti Rattle bumpers |
Chloroprene rubber foam | 150 - 300kg/m3 | FMVSS302 | Seals, Gaskets & Anti Rattle bumpers |
Closed Cell Sealing Foams | 40 - 60kg/m3 | FMVSS302 | HVAC Seals & Gaskets |
Semi Closed Cell EPDM | 90 - 120kg/m3 | UL94 HF, FMVSS302 | Seals & Gaskets |
Material Grade | Density | Testing Criteria | Applications |
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Melamine "Basotect" Foam | 9kg/m3 | UL94-HF1, BS476 Class 0 | Sound and Thermal Insulation |
Polyamide "Solamide" Foam | 5kg/m3 | UL94-HF1, FMVSS302, BS476 Class 0 | Sound and Thermal Insulation |
Class O Foams | 50 - 70kg/m3 | BS476 Class 0 | Sound Insulation |
Silicone Foams | 130 - 250kg/m3 | BS 6853 and BS 5852 | Seals and Gaskets |
PVC Spray Coated Foams (Composite) | Various | N/A | Sound Insulation |
PU Film Faced Foams (Composite) | Various | N/A | Sound Insulation |
Foil Faced Foams (Composite) | Various | N/A | Sound Insulation |