RE: polyethylene foam plank

[Karen Gausch <karen_gausch@harvard.edu>]

Thanks Richard, I will check it out.


At 12:15 PM 1/3/2007, you wrote:

Karen,
 
    In Houston, we have a local vendor by the name of Sterling Manufacturing where we get our poly products. They make a product they refer to as polylam. It is a polyethylene laminated product that is softer than 2.2 poly plank. It has memory and works well for packing and storage. We have used it in the past, but I prefer not to use it because it is too soft, it crushes too easily under even a slight weight. It might be a product that you can use. Their phone number is (713) 695-5333.
 
Richard Hinson

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From: pacinlist-bounces@pacin.org [ mailto:pacinlist-bounces@pacin.org] On Behalf Of Karen Gausch
Sent: Wednesday, January 03, 2007 10:37 AM
To: pacinlist@pacin.org
Subject: polyethylene foam plank

Hello all.
I am looking for a polyethylene "Ethafoam" plank in a lower density than 2.2 lbs for packing and long-term storage.
We temporary pack and move art work between our museums and around campus, using the grey polyurethane foam because it is so soft.
I am looking for a Polyethylene alternative in a low density that is soft enough for packing, but can also translate into long term storage mounts.
Any suggestions appreciated.
Thanks.
 

Karen Gausch
Chief Preparator
Collections Management
Harvard University Art Museums
32 Quincy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617 495-3690

Karen Gausch
Chief Preparator
Collections Management
Harvard University Art Museums
32 Quincy Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
617 495-3690