That leaves us without a good package to store the locomotive in.
Expanding foam packaging diy.
Would the pressure of the foam expanding to fit the model.
Foams dispensed from aerosol cans are generally used for insulation in buildings but can work well for packing items in a container much like foam peanuts because the function is basically the same.
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Spray packing foam is a liquid polyurethane combination of two formulas that become a semi hard foam when exposed to air.
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The instapak quick bag expands around the product and against the carton to form a top cushion.
Place a second expanding foam filled bag on top of the product and close the carton flaps.
Expanding spray foam can be used to build mountains albeit small ones which is perfect for school projects or hobbies such as model volcanoes or scenery for miniature train sets.
I ve been very frustrated as some manufactures atlas bowser ect have moved away from the clamshell style packaging to the screw to a base packaging for locomotives.
One small box of instapak quick instant spray foam packaging can produce product protective cushions for up to 24 cartons.
This type of foam is excellent for packaging odd shaped or fragile objects for shipping because it conforms completely to the object and absorbs a great deal of shock.
Lynch metals uses a state of the art liquid foam packaging process to ensure the safety of all products during shipment.