Materials

Forma-CL Universal Closure

Our Forma-CL is a specially engineered hybrid foam sealer that conforms to most shapes, creating a water seal at over 50% compression. Forma CL provides excellent compressibility with rapid recovery to fill gaps. The UV resistance properties ensures the foam will not dry out and become hard and brittle. The material comes with a custom adhesive backing, which is easy to apply and handle during installation.

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Product Description

Our Forma-CL is a specially engineered hybrid foam sealer that conforms to most shapes, creating a water seal at over 50% compression. Forma CL provides excellent compressibility with rapid recovery to fill gaps. The UV resistance properties ensures the foam will not dry out and become hard and brittle. The material comes with a custom adhesive backing, which is easy to apply and handle during installation.

Technical Data

WATER PENETRATION – AAMA 810-92
Visual AnalysisCompressionDurationObservations
Polyurethane Foam50%1 MinuteImmediate Loss of Water
Tar Impregnated Foam80%1 Hour0.5″ Drop in Water Level
Forma-CL50%1 Hour
24 Hours
48 Hours		No Leak
0.375″ Drop in Water Level
0.875″ Drop in Water Level
AGEING (VISUAL OBSERVATIONS UNDER THE SAME CONTROL CONDITIONS)
Visual AnalysisCompressionDurationObservations
Polyurethane Foam55°C
70°C		1 WeekNo Change
Bleeding adhesive,
Film delamination from foam
Tar Impregnated Foam55°C
70°C		1 WeekBleeding adhesive,
Film delamination from foam
Bleeding adhesive,
Film delamination from foam
Forma-CL55°C
70°C		1 WeekNo Change
No Change
UV STABILITY (VISUAL OBSERVATIONS UNDER THA SAME CONTROL CONDITIONS)
Visual AnalysisCompressionDurationObservations
Polyurethane FoamVarious / Gradual1 WeekDiscolouration / Flaking
Tar Impregnated FoamVarious / Gradual1 WeekDiscolouration / Flaking
Forma-CLVarious / Gradual1 WeekNo Change
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Material Samples

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