PE foam protective profile "U 10-20" 1m

PE foam "U 10-20" protective profile 1 m - Protection for XXL fronts, doors and panels 🛡️

The "U 10-20" profile is a strengthened version of the best-selling edge protection, created for thicker elements - countertops, furniture fronts, doors and composite panes up to 20 mm. A wider delaminated bridge and flexible arms easily embrace 10 - 20 mm material, and a fully closed-cell PE foam disperses shock energy like a dense network of micro air cushions. A one-meter section weighs only ≈ 8 g, so it does not increase freight costs. The blue color increases the visibility of the profile during packing and upon receipt of goods, facilitating quality control.

What is a PE foam protective profile?

"U" shaped foam profile is created in the process of extrusion of foamed polyethylene (EPE/LDPE). The "U 10-20" variant has a wider working gap, therefore it clasps on the edges of panels with a thickness of 10 - 20 mm. The construction ensures three key functions:

1. Damping: the bubbly foam structure dissipates impacts, protecting paint, glass, and anodized aluminum from chipping and denting.
2. Separation: a flexible spacer maintains a constant gap between panels, eliminating scratches during transport vibrations.
3. Auto-grip: the profile presses against the edge along its entire length, requiring no tape, glue, or clips.

The material has shape memory, therefore it elastically returns to nominal dimensions after deformation - the profile can circulate in closed logistics circuits for many cycles.

Material - foamed polyethylene LDPE/EPE

Foamed LDPE contains millions of closed cells filled with air, creating an extremely lightweight, flexible, and hydrophobic barrier. Technical parameters:

• Density 30 kg/m³: high elasticity, resistance to crushing up to 60% - the profile does not crumble even at -40 °C.
• Moisture resistance: no capillaries - the foam does not absorb water, it does not swell in sea containers.
• Chemical inertness: LDPE does not react with paints, metals, or glass.
• Ecology: free from CFC/HCFC, 100% suitable for recycling in LDPE #4 stream.

🛡️ Profile properties - damping & auto-grip

• 🤲 Assembly < 1 s: extended arms automatically clamp on the edge of 10–20 mm.
• 💧 Hydrophobicity: does not absorb moisture - no risk of mold and strength drops.
• 🌡️ Range −40 °C … +90 °C: does not crumble in frosts, does not soften in hot warehouses.
• 🔄 Multiple use: ≥ 10 compression cycles without permanent deformation.
• 🛠️ Easy cutting: with a knife or guillotine for non-standard lengths.

🚚 Applications in packaging and logistics

• 18 mm doors and furniture fronts: edge protection against bumps and paint chips.
• 20 mm kitchen countertops: countertop-countertop separation in pallet transport.
• Laminated glass 12–16 mm: the profile cushions micro-shocks, reducing corner cracks.
• HPL and composite panels: distance between sheets eliminates friction scratches.
• Metal casings and cassettes: protection of powder-coated edges in contract logistics.

In 3PL centers, the profile accelerates the compilation of returns and "mix-SKU" shipments, replacing time-consuming bubble wrap wrapping.

🏭 Industries using the U 10-20 mm profile

• Premium Furniture 🛋️: manufacturers of fronts, countertops and high-gloss lacquered doors.
• Aluminium Joinery 🪟: suppliers of facade panels and door leaves.
• Glass Industry 🖼️: tempered glass panels, display cases, XXL mirrors.
• Large Format Electronics 📺: LED-wall panels, 85-100ʺ televisions.
• Automotive 🚗: panoramic glass roofs and composite coverings.
• Large-scale E-commerce 📦: furniture fulfillment in "flat-pack" packages.

⚖️ Solid cardboard vs PE foam - key differences

The table below compares cardboard corners and foam profiles to make it easier to choose the right protection:

If you are looking for solid cardboard corners, check out our full offer ➜

💰 Logistic and economic benefits

• 💸 Price < 1.50 PLN/pc. when purchasing a pallet (200 pcs./carton) - ROI after one avoided door complaint.
• ⚖️ Marginal weight: < 0.015% of the weight of a typical 50 kg countertop.
• ⏱️ You install "click & slide" - you save approx. 20% of time compared to cutting cardboard and taping.
• 🔄 > 10 re-use cycles in a closed return circuit.
• 📉 Complaints -55% (data from front manufacturers, Q1 2025).

⚙️ Technical specifications

• Model / Name: U Profile 10-20 mm, length 1 000 mm
• Material: foamed polyethylene (EPE LDPE)
• Edge thickness range: 10 – 20 mm
• Segment length: 1 000 mm
• Foam density: 30 kg/m³
• Color: blue
• Weight: ≈ 8 g/pc.
• Product code: POU-10-20 / EAN 5905489976288
• Packaging: LDPE bag 200 pcs./carton; 10 cartons/pallet = 2 000 pcs.

🛠️ Custom product configurators - match the filling to your process

In addition to ready-made U foam profiles, you can order dedicated PE foam sheets and cardboard dividers in a few clicks to create a complete, layered protective system tailored to your logistics.

🔹 Custom PE foam sheets

In the %%p<span translate="no">%</span>:1021:foam sheet%% creator, you specify the length, width and thickness (10–50 mm) and choose the color - you will immediately see the price. The sheets serve as:

• 🛡️ Shock-absorbing dividers between layers of stacked goods.
• 📐 Spacers inside collective cartons for surface isolation.
• ✂️ Inserts cut at the packing station for unusual shapes.

🔸 Custom cardboard dividers

The %%p<span translate="no">%</span>:1151:cardboard dividers%% creator allows you to choose the format, number of layers and weight. Applications:

• 📦 Layer stabilizers in packs of bottles or cans.
• 🧩 Cardboard separators when stacking pallets - protect the lids from denting.
• ♻️ Eco-friendly fillings - 100% paper, easy recycling.

🚀 How to combine elements into a coherent system?

1. Strengthen the edges of products with U profiles 10-20 mm.
2. Separate layers with PE foam sheets to dampen shocks.
3. Add cardboard dividers to evenly distribute pressure.
4. Order everything in one basket - the configurators will calculate the price online, and we will synchronize production.

💡 Why is it worth it?

• ⚡ Instant price – immediate online quote.
• 🎯 Zero material loss – each element produced to measure.
• 📉 Less logistics damage thanks to the customized layered system.
• 🛒 One invoice – U profiles, foam sheets and dividers in one basket.
• 🚚 Shortened lead time – parallel production of all components.

📞 Wholesale orders and advice

Packing thick furniture fronts, doors or composite glazing? Contact the Boxmarket team - we will prepare a comprehensive offer for U foam profiles 10-20 and match PE sheets and cardboard dividers to make your supply chain fast, safe and economical.