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Zotefoams : appoints Polyformes as approved fabricator for EMEA
Zotefoams : appoints Polyformes as approved fabricator for
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Zotefoams , the global foam manufacturer whose advanced foam materials enable lightweight, high-performance applications and packaging for globally recognised brands such as Boeing, Airbus and Nike, has appointed Leighton Buzzard-based Polyformes as an Approved Fabricator for EMEA under the company's Global Approved Partner Programme . Zotefoams , the global foam manufacturer whose advanced foam materials enable lightweight, high-performance applications and packaging for globally recognised brands such as Boeing, Airbus and Nike, has appointed Leighton Buzzard-based Polyformes as an Approved Fabricator for EMEA under the company's Global Approved Partner Programme . The appointment strengthens Zotefoams capability in engineered industrial packaging, with a particular focus on protective foam inserts, trays and case solutions for high-value equipment, tools, technical components and defence-related applications where product protection, identification and reliable handling are critical. Polyformes, part of Macfarlane Packaging since 2024, is one of Europe's largest polyethylene (PE) foam converters and a specialist manufacturer, supplier and converter of high-performance foam products. With more than four decades of experience, the business provides bespoke foam packaging, trays and inserts, engineered parts, cases, bags and boxes for customers across industrial and technical markets. Polyformes brings advanced converting capability, including machining, moulding, thermoforming, waterjet cutting, splitting, skiving, printing, die cutting, laser engraving and bespoke flight case making. This capability enables technical foam materials to be converted into precision-engineered packaging and component solutions for applications where equipment protection, repeatable fit and durability are critical. Industrial packaging is a highly technical application, particularly where customers are moving, storing or handling high-value equipment, tools or precision components. Polyformes brings deep expertise in precision-engineered foam packaging and a strong understanding of how materials need to perform once they are converted into inserts, trays, cases and protective assemblies. Formalising the relationship through our Global Approved Partner Programme strengthens our ability to support customers across EMEA with approved fabrication expertise, dependable service and a clear route to specialist packaging support. Fabrice Lacroix Sales Director EMEA, Zotefoams This appointment formalises a long-standing relationship between Zotefoams and Polyformes and is the latest in a host of partnerships designed to connect customers with specialist partners that combine material understanding, fabrication expertise and local market knowledge through Zotefoams Gobal Approved Partner Programme. The partnership strengthens Zotefoams ability to support industrial packaging customers across EMEA through a specialist fabrication partner with established conversion expertise, technical understanding and customer reach. For Polyformes, the appointment provides closer alignment with Zotefoams wider materials portfolio and technical expertise, creating a stronger platform for future growth across industrial and defence-related sectors. Joining Zotefoams Global Approved Partner Programme is an important milestone for Polyformes and reflects the strength of the relationship we have built with Zotefoams to date. Our business has always focused on converting foam materials into practical, engineered solutions that protect valuable equipment and make handling, storage and transport more reliable. This appointment gives us a strong platform to support customers across industrial packaging and defence-related markets, backed by Zotefoams technical knowledge and materials portfolio. Emma Atterbury General Manager, Polyformes The recently-launched Global Partner Programme provides a structured framework for working with select fabricators, distributors and specialist partners across Europe, North America and Asia. It is designed to strengthen service delivery across markets and applications, giving customers a clear and reliable route to partners that meet Zotefoams stringent technical and commercial standards. The announcement marks a key milestone in the EMEA expansion of Zotefoams Global Approved Partner Programme and signals how the company intends to work more closely with specialist partners across priority markets and applications. For more information on Zotefoams Global Partner Programme, visit here .