Custom Foam Cutting: Die-Cut Foam Gaskets, Seals, Pads & Inserts
Send us a drawing, a sample part or just the dimensions. We convert EPDM, neoprene, polyethylene, polyurethane, silicone sponge, PVC/nitrile and Poron into finished, ready-to-fit components.
About Us
Why work with RGH?
RGH operates under rigorous management systems that guarantee consistency and reliability in every product.
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3M™ Preferred Converter
One of a select group of UK converters approved by 3M; with direct access to 3M technical support and specialist grades most suppliers can't source.
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40 Years' Converting
Four decades solving bonding, sealing and insulation challenges for UK manufacturers; we've almost certainly cut your material before.
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UK & Poland Facilities
Converted, quality-checked and dispatched from one of our manufacturing plants closest to you. Shorter lead times, no middlemen.
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ISO & IATF Certified
Every part produced under our certified quality management system, with full traceability from master roll to finished part.
Materials Range
Which foam do you need?
We work with a wide range of foam and sponge materials; each selected for their unique performance properties and tailored to your application needs. Whether you're looking for sealing against air and moisture, vibration damping, insulation, or cushioning, we help you choose the right foam from trusted manufacturers.
Not sure which grade? Send us the application and the environment it sits in, and an engineer will specify it.
Our Foam Capabilities
What we make from foam
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Gaskets & Seals
Compression seals for enclosures, housings and covers. Cut from closed cell EPDM, neoprene, silicone sponge or PVC/nitrile depending on what the joint has to keep out.
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Washers & Spacers
Die-cut foam washers, shims and standoffs that absorb tolerance stack-up and stop metal-on-metal contact in an assembly.
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Cushioning Pads & Strips
Impact, vibration and noise damping in pads, strips and continuous lengths. Polyurethane, polyethylene and Poron® for the higher-duty jobs.
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Case & Packaging Inserts
Routed and die-cut foam that holds a product in position in transit. Flight cases, instrument trays, tool control and protective packaging.
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Adhesive-Backed Foam Parts
Foam laminated to a pressure-sensitive adhesive and die-cut in one process, so the part arrives ready to peel and place.
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Multi-Layer Laminated Foam
Two or more materials bonded into a single part. Foam to film, foam to rubber, or different densities combined to do two jobs at once.
One drawing is all it takes to get started
From Master Roll to Finished Part
Every job follows the same path: you send us a drawing or sample, our engineers pick the right material and tooling, and you get parts cut to spec — kiss-cut, sheeted or waste-removed, ready for your line. Raw material in, application-ready components out.
Engineer-Led From Day One
From your first enquiry, you're talking to the people who'll actually make your parts; not a call centre working through a script. That means straight answers on materials, tolerances and cost, and an honest "it depends" when it genuinely does. If die-cutting isn't the right process for your part, we'll tell you that too.
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Send Your Drawing
A DXF, DWG or dimensioned PDF is ideal; but a sketch, photo or sample part in the post works too.
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Engineer Review
We check material, tolerances, tooling and whether an existing die in our library can save you setup cost.
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Rapid Quoting
A clear price covering prototype and production quantities, with material options if there's a better fit.
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Sample & Approve
We cut samples for you to test in your real application before you commit to a production run.
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Production & Repeat Supply
Parts delivered kiss-cut, sheeted or waste-removed and ready for your line, with repeat orders held to the same spec.
We Solve
Industries We Cut For
Benefits
Why Choose Die-Cutting from RGH?
From low- to medium-volume production runs, flat bed die-cutting provides a reliable, cost-effective solution for custom parts. Here’s why manufacturers choose RGH:
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Precision Kiss-Cutting
Cut adhesive parts while leaving the liner intact; ideal for roll presentation and fast application.
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Custom Shapes & Sizes
Supports complex geometries for gaskets, strips, and pads up to 600mm square.
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Flexible Presentation Options
Parts can be delivered sheeted, stacked, kiss-cut, waste-removed, or with finger-lift tabs.
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No-Waste Gapping Capabilities
Create spacing between components without the need to strip waste; reducing cost and material handling.
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Optimised for Manual or Automated Use
Products can be peeled and applied by hand or through automated systems for production-line efficiency.
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Material Compatibility
Works across foams, rubbers, adhesive tapes, and multi-layered constructions.
Send a drawing, a photo of the part you're replacing, or just the dimensions and the job it has to do.
United Kingdom
RGH Rubber & Plastics Ltd,
Acorn House, Oak Industrial Park,
Great Dunmow, Essex CM6 1XN
Phone number
+44 (0) 1371 875 941Email address
sales@rghrubber.co.ukGet a quote for your foam part
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Frequently Asked Questions
Foam FAQs
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What benefits do double-sided foam tapes provide?
They offer gap filling, vibration damping, and strong adhesion—ideal for uneven or textured surfaces.
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What foam carriers are available?
Common carriers include PE, PU and PVC. Each offers different mechanical and environmental properties.
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Are foam tapes suitable for automotive applications?
Yes. Many grades meet automotive standards for trim mounting, interior bonding, and vibration management.
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How well do foam tapes resist temperature and moisture?
Acrylic foam tapes provide the best durability, including excellent resistance to heat, humidity, and outdoor environments.
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Can double-sided foam tapes be converted into shaped components?
Absolutely. RGH die-cut foam tapes into gaskets, spacers, bonding pads, and assembly-ready components