POLYURETHANE FOAM SOLUTIONS FOR COMMERCIAL VESSELS & PRIVATE WATERCRAFT
Maintaining proper buoyancy is critical for the safety and performance of any watercraft. Over time, traditional factory foam can become waterlogged, adding “dead weight” that reduces fuel efficiency and compromises stability.
Empire Foam Solutions provides high-density, closed-cell marine flotation foam designed to replace saturated materials and provide permanent, unsinkable protection for your boat.
WHY CHOOSE OUR MARINE FLOTATION FOAM?
Our marine grade foam is lab-tested and engineered to exceed the rigorous Physical Properties specified by MIL-P-21929C.
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USCG-Accepted Reliability: We utilize 2.2 pcf closed-cell, slow-rise foam specifically developed to meet or exceed USCG requirements for flotation and fuel resistance.
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Buoyancy Restoration: Remove heavy, waterlogged foam and replace it with our high-yield marine flotation foam to restore your boat’s original displacement and handling.
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Structural Reinforcement: Beyond flotation, our high-density foam acts as a rigid support for hulls, stringers, and bulkheads, significantly reducing hull vibration.
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Environmental Safety: Our water-blown, bio-renewable formulations are 100% ozone-friendly, containing zero CFCs or HCFCs—safe for all sensitive waterways.
CLIMATE CONTROL & HABITAT INSULATION
If your vessel or ship is used for habitation or cargo requiring climate control, our spray foam insulation offers a dual-purpose solution. Our 1.8 lb. Closed-cell Bio-Renewable Spray Foam increases comfort and reduces energy consumption through superior thermal performance.
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High Thermal Resistance: With an R-Value of 6.5 per inch, it provides industry-leading insulation for maritime assets.
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Simultaneous Flotation: This insulation does more than regulate temperature; it simultaneously adds 59 lbs. of positive flotation force for every cubic foot of installed product.
CUSTOM BUILD & NEW CONSTRUCTION: SINK-PROOF HULLS
In the maritime industry, specialized builds like houseboats, skiffs, and work platforms often require more than standard, off-the-shelf plastic tubs can provide. We enable you to create 100% sink-proof, custom-shaped foam cores that fit your exact design requirements.
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Custom Geometry: Use low-cost forms to create any size or shape needed for specialized buoyancy.
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Encapsulated Protection: After foaming, coat your forms with Spray Polyurea for a finish that is impervious to salt, oils, and impact.
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Unsinkable Results: This process creates a solid-core system that is 100% unsinkable and significantly stronger than hollow alternatives.
CASE STUDY HIGHLIGHT: HOUSEBOAT BUOYANCY RESTORATION
Cypress Cove Marina partnered with us to save a high-value houseboat in Venice, LA, by utilizing our marine flotation foam to avoid a costly hull replacement. By filling the lower compartments to one foot above the waterline, we provided a permanent, maintenance-free solution that restored structural stability and ensured the vessel remains a trouble-free home for years to come.
KEEP YOUR VESSEL IN SHIP SHAPE WITH EMPIRE FOAM SOLUTIONS
If you’ve purchased a new vessel, or if your current boat is showing signs of waterlogged foam and compromised flotation, don’t wait! Don’t let saturated foam compromise your safety or fuel efficiency. Fill out the form below or give us a call at 518-852-2812 to learn more about our marine flotation foam.