Nomaco debuts bio-based protective foam

Nomaco launches sugarcane-based NomaGreen Natural foam at Pack Expo, providing a more sustainable alternative to PE foam while maintaining the same high performance. Also learn about an LDPE blend that performs just like polyurethane foam and an innovative edge solution to protect heavier items, such as windshields, during shipping.

Melissa Larson
Nov 13, 2014
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