We have all heard many times that “the foot is the second heart of the human”. This sentence might seem like a cliché, but an undeniable truth lies within it. Foot health has a direct impact on the health of the spine, back, knees, and even the neck. Imagine you are about to spend a long and busy day; if the shoes you are wearing are not standard, your energy will deplete in the very first hours of the day. But what makes a shoe standard, comfortable, and bearable? Beautiful design? Famous brand? Or the raw materials used in making it? Undoubtedly, the most important factor in determining the quality and comfort of a shoe is the material and raw ingredients used in its sole, insole, and upper. In today’s industrial world, major shoe manufacturers are looking for materials that are lightweight yet highly resistant and can neutralize the pressure exerted from the ground to the foot. This is where the name of an amazing product shines: EVA Foam. Foamiran Industrial Factory, as one of the pioneers in the country’s foam production industry, with a deep understanding of market needs and consumer health, produces the best types of industrial foams for the bag and shoe industries. In this article, we intend to examine in detail why EVA foam is the best choice for shoe production and how Foamiran products have elevated the standards of this industry. We will also introduce another vital product for athletes, namely sports flooring, further on.
What is EVA Foam and Why is it the King of the Shoemaking Industry?
❓ The Nature of EVA Foam
The term EVA stands for “Ethylene Vinyl Acetate”. This material is a very flexible and rubber-like copolymer that possesses unique characteristics due to its specific molecular structure. In the shoemaking industry, EVA foam is mainly used to make the Midsole and sometimes the Outsole. But why do they call it the king of the shoe industry?
The first and most important feature of this foam is its “very low weight”. Shoes made with EVA soles are so light that you sometimes feel like you aren’t wearing anything. This lightness ensures that leg muscles get tired later during long walks. The second feature is its “extraordinary elasticity”. EVA foam acts like a spring; it absorbs the energy of stepping and returns it to the foot. At the Foamiran factory, utilizing advanced machinery, we produce EVA foams with different densities to suit the needs of manufacturers of sports shoes, formal shoes, safety shoes, and sandals. These foams have a closed-cell structure, meaning they are resistant to water penetration and do not lose their properties in humid environments.
Key Features of Foamiran Foams for Shoe Sole Production
Manufacturers of shoe sole foam are always looking for materials that facilitate the production process and guarantee the quality of the final product. Foamiran products, possessing current world standards, offer features that every manufacturer needs:
- •1. High Shock Absorption: When walking or running, an impact equivalent to several times the body weight is applied to the heel. Foamiran foams absorb this impact and prevent its transmission to the knees and back.
- •2. Flexibility in Cold and Heat: Many polymer materials become dry and brittle in winter and overly soft in summer. Foamiran’s special formulation ensures our foams maintain their elasticity across a wide temperature range.
- •3. Easy Formability: For shoe manufacturers, easy cutting and molding of foam is a major advantage. Foamiran foam sheets cut easily and are fully compatible with industrial adhesives.
- •4. High Durability and Longevity: Abrasion and wear of shoe soles is a common problem. Our compressed foams have excellent abrasion resistance and do not wear out quickly.
- •5. Diverse Color Range: Aesthetics play a leading role in the fashion and apparel industry. Foamiran has made it possible to produce foam sheets in a wide range of colors so shoe designers have no limits on creativity.
The Role of Foam in Ergonomics and Skeletal Health
It might be interesting for you to know that many chronic back and neck pains are rooted in the soles of the feet. If the shoe sole is hard (like wood or low-quality compressed plastic), the entire reaction force from the ground is applied directly to the joints. In the long run, this causes wear on knee joints and lumbar discs. Using standard Foamiran foams in the middle layers of the shoe causes uniform distribution of body weight across the surface of the foot. This reduces pressure points and prevents corns and blisters. Also, EVA foam has a relative “memory property”; meaning after some use, it takes the shape of the user’s foot to some extent and acts like a custom mold, doubling the comfort.
Comparison Table: EVA Foam vs. Other Polymer Materials
To better understand the difference and superiority of EVA foam produced at Foamiran compared to other common materials in the market, we have prepared the following table for you. This table helps you decide why EVA is the best option for producing comfortable and sports shoes.
As you can see in the table, EVA foam creates a very good balance between weight, price, and performance, making it unrivaled for the mass production of everyday and sports shoes.
The Supplement to Your Shoe Comfort: Introducing Foamiran Sports Flooring
So far, we have talked about the importance of shoe sole foam. But let’s change our perspective a bit. Imagine you are wearing the best sports shoe in the world made of the best EVA foam, but you are going to exercise or wrestle on a hard, rigid concrete surface. Is your safety still guaranteed? Definitely not.
A standard shoe is only half the way to an athlete’s health; the other half is the surface and ground on which you are active. This is where another product of the Foamiran factory, sports flooring, enters the field.
Foamiran, utilizing compressed and standard foams (like Tatami foam and rubber foams), produces various types of sports floorings used in martial arts clubs, gyms, kindergartens, and aerobics halls.
Why Foamiran Sports Flooring?
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Maximum Safety: These floorings have high elasticity and prevent serious injuries and fractures in case the athlete falls.
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Hygienic and Washable: The surface of these floorings is such that it does not absorb contamination and is easily cleaned with ordinary detergents. This feature is vital for kindergartens and clubs.
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Easy Installation: Foamiran Tatami floorings are designed like a puzzle, and installing or collecting them is very quick and easy.
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Variety in Thickness and Density: Depending on the type of sport (wrestling, yoga, or children’s play), we suggest different thicknesses and hardnesses.
Therefore, if you are a gym manager or a sports equipment manufacturer, know that the combination of “standard shoes” and “standard Foamiran flooring” brings the ultimate safety and satisfaction to your customers.
Application of Foamiran Industrial Foams in Other Industries
Although the main focus of this article was on the application of foam in the bag and shoe industry, it is necessary to know that the capability of the Foamiran factory goes far beyond this field. Our products, due to the variety in formulation (such as EPDM foam, EPDM/NBR foam, Neoprene foam, TPE foam, T foam sheet, and elastic and flexible foams), are also used in sensitive and strategic industries of the country:
- Automotive Industries: Use of sound insulation and vibration damping foams in the body and dashboard of cars for cabin silence and tranquility.
- Military Industries: Production of special foams for weapon transport boxes, impact-resistant vests, and sensitive equipment needing high protection.
- Shipbuilding Industries: Use of floating foams and moisture insulators that are resistant to sea saltwater.
- Medical Industries: Production of orthopedic foams, medical neck collars, and corrective insoles requiring anti-allergic and hygienic materials.
- Packaging Industries: Protecting luxury and fragile goods using precise and engineered packaging foams.
- Insulation: Various tubular and sheet foams for thermal and cryogenic insulation in buildings and industrial facilities.
This breadth of products demonstrates the high technical knowledge of Foamiran experts and the advanced equipment of this factory, which is capable of responding to any need in the field of polymer and sponge foams.
Conclusion and Final Words
In today’s competitive world, the final quality of your product depends on the quality of the raw materials you choose. Whether you are a shoe manufacturer looking for the lightest and most comfortable sole for your customers, or a sports club manager looking for the safest sports flooring, “Foamiran” is your reliable partner.
Foamiran EVA foam, with features such as lightness, flexibility, high durability, and affordable price, is the foundation of comfort in the shoe industry. Choosing this foam means respecting consumer health and guaranteeing return on investment for the manufacturer. We at Foamiran are proud to set the wheels of various industries in the country in motion by producing a wide range of industrial foams, from EPDM to compressed and elastic foams.
Do not forget that details make the differences. Using high-quality foam can transform your product from an ordinary item into a popular brand.
