Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom EPS & EPP Foam Solutions for Automotive, Aerospace & Packaging
Modern Polymers, Inc. has been a trusted leader in Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) and Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) technology since 1970. Our family-owned business, now in its second generation, combines over a century of cumulative management experience with state-of-the-art molding facilities to deliver innovative foam solutions. We specialize in custom-engineered products for automotive, aerospace, and packaging industries, prioritizing durability, energy absorption, and precision. Our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through our pioneering role in EPS recycling and active membership in the Association of Foam Packaging Recyclers.With on-site CNC routing, coordinated measurement machines, and turnkey product development capabilities, we provide tailored solutions that meet exact specifications. Our closely-knit team ensures exceptional employee retention and operational consistency, reflecting our core family values. We serve clients nationally and internationally, maintaining our reputation as an industry leader through continuous technological advancement and customer-focused service.
Services
EPS Molding
EPP Molding
Custom Packaging
Product Development
Recycling Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1970 with second-generation leadership since 2009
- Management team with over a century of combined industry experience
- Pioneers in EPS foam recycling technology
- State-of-the-art EPP molding and CNC routing capabilities
- Custom-engineered solutions for automotive, aerospace, and packaging sectors
Associations and certifications
- Association of Foam Packaging Recyclers (AFPR)
Services
EPS Molding
Our EPS molding process creates lightweight, durable packaging and automotive components with excellent impact resistance. Using closed-cell foam technology, we produce materials that protect products during transit while maintaining structural integrity. This solution serves industries requiring customizable protective packaging and safety components.
EPP Molding
Advanced EPP molding produces energy-absorbing components for automotive and aerospace applications. The closed-cell foam beads form lightweight yet durable parts that excel in crash protection systems. Our steam chest injection process ensures precise customization for specialized safety requirements.
Custom Packaging
We design packaging solutions tailored to exact specifications, offering customizable impact resistance. Our foam materials protect sensitive cargo by redirecting impact forces away from products. This service caters to clients needing specialized protection for irregularly shaped or fragile items.
Product Development
Our turnkey product development includes on-site CNC routing and coordinated measurement machine verification. We support clients from concept to production, ensuring dimensional accuracy and functional performance. This service integrates with molding processes for complete manufacturing solutions.
Recycling Solutions
As EPS recycling pioneers, we offer closed-loop recycling systems for foam materials. Our AFPR-certified processes transform post-industrial and post-consumer EPS waste into reusable materials. This service supports environmental compliance and waste reduction initiatives for manufacturing clients.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve automotive, aerospace, and packaging industries with customized foam solutions for safety components and protective packaging.
What is EPS foam used for?
EPS foam provides lightweight, impact-resistant packaging and automotive safety components like bumper inserts and child seat protectors.
What makes EPP different from EPS?
EPP offers superior energy absorption and durability while maintaining lightweight properties, making it ideal for aerospace and high-impact automotive applications.
Can you create custom packaging solutions?
Yes, we engineer packaging to precise specifications with customizable impact resistance for unique product protection requirements.
Do you offer recycling services for foam materials?
We pioneered EPS recycling and maintain closed-loop systems to process both post-industrial and post-consumer foam waste materials.
