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PET foam sandwich panels are a new type of foam composite panel. Compared with other common foam sandwich panels (such as polystyrene (EPS) and polyurethane (PU) foam panels), it not only performs well in performance, but also has significant environmental protection and recyclability advantages. Therefore, it has been widely used in many industries. It is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) foam as the core material, combined with different types of skin materials (such as metal, fiber reinforced plastic, aluminum foil, wood, etc.) to form a lightweight, high-strength, excellent thermal insulation and sound insulation composite panel.

TOPOLOGROUP – Innovative Sandwich Panel Manufacturer

TOPOLOGROUP is a leading PET foam sandwich panel manufacturer in China, focusing on the research, development, production and sales of high-performance composite materials. As a technology-driven company, TOPOLOGROUP uses advanced production processes and equipment to provide a variety of PET foam sandwich panels of different specifications and application scenarios to meet the needs of different industries for lightweight, high-strength and environmentally friendly materials.


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Specifications

Standard StructureInner facing + PET foam core + Outer facing.
FacingFRP/GRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic) sheet.
CFRT (Continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic).
Aluminum sheet.
Coated steel sheet.
Wood (plywood, MDF).
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) Plastic.
PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Plastic.
CorePET (Polyethylene terephthalate) foam. (Density: 60-300kg/m³)
Composite MethodAdhesive Bonding or Thermal Composite.
Thickness10-150mm.
Length≤12000mm.
Width≤3200mm.

Structural Diagram

As a composite material that is both lightweight and high-performance, the classic three-layer structure (facing – core – facing) of PET sandwich panels is the core design to achieve structural stability and functional diversity. This composite form seems simple, but through the synergy of each layer of material, it achieves an efficient balance in mechanical properties, lightweight and application adaptability.

Understand Common PET Foam Sandwich Panels


Common Applications of PET Foam Sandwich Panels

  • Box truck bodies made of fiberglass facing PET sandwich panels are light, strong and durable.
  • In buses, subways, high-speed trains and other means of transportation, fiberglass facing PET foam sandwich panels are used in floors and other parts to reduce the weight of the vehicle.
  • Fiberglass facing PET sandwich panels are used as wall panels, and Plywood facing PET sandwich panels are used as floors.
  • PVC/PET facing PET foam sandwich panels are used in the production of modular furniture (such as partitions, bookcases, desktops, bed frames, cabinets, bathroom wall panels, etc.).

PET Foam Core

01. Closed-cell structure

The structural characteristic of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) foam is that the bubbles inside the foam are closed and not connected to the outside world. This special structure gives PET foam the following unique advantages:

  • Low water absorption: Since the bubbles are closed, water cannot enter the foam, making it extremely low in water absorption and able to be used stably for a long time in a humid or underwater environment.
  • High mechanical strength: The closed bubbles provide strong structural support, making the closed-cell PET foam show higher compressive strength and bending resistance when subjected to external forces.

02. Can be recycled multiple times

  • PET foam has significant advantages in environmental protection. After steps such as crushing, cleaning, drying, and melt granulation, the generated PET particles can be used to produce new PET foam or other PET products.

03. Performance parameter of PET foam

Test itemsStandardunitValueTS80TS100TS120TS150TS200TS50
DensityISO845kg/m³Range85-95100-110120-130150-160190-210235-260
Compression strengthISO844MPaAVG0.851.201.802.403.905.20
Compression modulusISO844MPaAVG73100115140200235
Tensile strengthASTM C297MPaAVG1.401.802.202.503.204.00
Tensile modulusASTM C297MPaAVG90110120160210275
Shear StrengthISO1922-2012MPaAVG0.550.800.901.251.702.05
Shear modulusISO1922-2012MPaAVG13.523.027.035.051.070.0
Roller peelingASTM D1781mm.N/mAVG202020202020

Performance Comparison of Different Facing

Skin MaterialFRP/CFRTAluminumPrepainted SteelPlywoodPVC/PET
WeightLightweightLightweightLightweightModerate to HeavyModerate to Heavy
StrengthHigh strength and impact resistanceHigh strength and stiffnessHigh strength and stiffnessModerate strengthModerate strength
DurabilityExcellent resistance to corrosion and environmental factorsExcellent durability, resistant to weather and corrosionGood durability, resistant to corrosion and UVModerate durability, susceptible to moistureModerate durability, but resistant to moisture
Thermal InsulationGood insulation propertiesGood insulation propertiesPoor insulation propertiesModerate insulation propertiesGood insulation properties
Moisture ResistanceExcellent (resistant to water and moisture)Excellent (waterproof)Moderate moisture resistancePoor (susceptible to swelling and rot in humid environments)Good (moisture-resistant, but not waterproof)
Corrosion ResistanceVery High (corrosion-resistant)Very High (resistant to corrosion)High (corrosion-resistant with coating)Low (wood can rot, susceptible to pests)Moderate (resistant to many chemicals, but not UV stable)
CostMedium to HighHighMediumMediumMedium
UV ResistanceHighModerateModerate to High Low Low
FlexibilityModerate LowLowHighModerate to High
Fire ResistanceGoodModerate Moderate PoorModerate
Aesthetic QualityGlossy, smooth finishSmooth, metallic finishSmooth, customizable finish (variety of colors and designs)Natural, wood-like finishSmooth, glossy, and customizable in colors

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