Polyformes - Waterproof and Dustproof Military Cases, Weapons Containers, Foam Inserts and Protective Cushioning

Polyformes is the UK’s main supplier of Explorer military cases with the added bonus of being the largest protective foam insert manufacturer in the UK. This means optimum protection for all military and defence equipment that needs transportation or storage in extreme conditions. Explorer military cases are waterproof and dustproof to IP67, meeting Defence Standard 81-41 Level J, with STANAG 4280 certification and NATO stock codes.

Polyformes supplies a full range of Explorer cases including weapons case and rifle case sizes, complete with UK Ministry of Defence DEF-STAN 81-116 grade Plastazote foam inserts customised to house all military equipment such as communications, electronics, weapons, tool control trays, repair kits, and security and detection equipment.

Waterproof, dustproof and shockproof military cases

Explorer military cases are waterproof, dustproof and shockproof, and are currently in use worldwide for military and industrial applications. Superior performance is guaranteed in extreme environments thanks to the injected copolymer polypropylene structural resin used in their manufacture. Polyformes Explorer cases have reinforced angles and ribs, and are corrosion proof with resistance to chemical fluid and acid corrosion. They have a lifetime guarantee against breakage of materials.

Lightweight aluminium military transit cases

Polyformes lightweight aluminium transit cases can be manufactured in NATO Green and Desert Sand aluminium alloy. These military containers can be supplied either empty, with basic cushioned compartments, or with customised foam inserts.

Foam inserts and protective cushioning

Plastazote foam inserts and protective cushioning can be customised to offer optimum protection for all types, sizes and weights of equipment. Plastazote foam meets the UK Ministry of Defence DEF STAN 81-116 GP A-D including the explosive compatible QX grade. Plastazote foam is supplied in black, olive green and sand colour. It is a totally inert material with excellent stability and cushioning performance. It is also probably the world’s most reliable closed-cell polyethylene foam cushioning material thanks to its unique manufacturing and cross-linking process. It is water and chemical-resistant and non-corrosive.

Foam components and inserts

Foam components and inserts produced by Polyformes include high-temperature seals and gaskets, aircraft seating and armrest pads, ejector seat head-cushion pads, military helmet trauma liners, missile cushion packaging, night vision pouch foams, and ammunitions box foams. With material densities ranging from 15kg/m³ to 300kg/m³, weight and size of product isn’t an issue. Polyformes can offer foam components in sheets, cut pieces, CNC routings, thermoformed parts, water-jet and die-cut pieces. We utilise robot technology, laser marking and CNC profile cutting.

Timber crates, solidboard cartons and composite packs

Timber crates, solidboard cartons and composite packs are produced at our Gamlingay company, PSP UK, to complement Polyformes Explorer cases and foam inserts. As a major supplier to the aerospace and defence industries, PSP’s Def Pkg DR/14 Military Packaging Capability Accreditation ensures effective design. This authority enables the creation of new pack designs and the relative SPIS’s (services packing instruction sheet).

Supply chain services

PSP have facilities for storage, distribution and packing services, able to manage your inbound, outbound and alternative site supply and logistics needs including component and spares collating and kitting.

Outsourcing supply and services offers many benefits including cost reduction through space saving, damage elimination, increased manufacturing efficiency, single supplier reliable provision.

Just-in-time and call-off deliveries allow short lead times, rapid replenishment, reduced management costs, improved quality control.

Call PSP on 01767 652221 if you wish to discuss these opportunities in further detail and what the cost-saving implications are for your business.