The origins of FEF flexible elastomeric rubber foam insulation materials can be traced back to the early 20th century.
At that time, people discovered the insulating properties of rubber and plastics and began experimenting with their use in insulation. However, limited technological advancements and high production costs slowed development. In the late 1940s, sheet-like rubber-plastic insulation materials, similar to modern materials, were commercialized through compression molding and initially used primarily for military insulation and filling. In the 1950s, rubber-plastic insulated pipes were developed. In the 1970s, some developed countries began to prioritize building energy efficiency, mandating that the construction industry adhere to energy-saving standards in new buildings. As a result, rubber-plastic insulation materials gained widespread application in building energy conservation efforts.
The development trends of rubber and plastic insulation materials are characterized by market growth, accelerated technological innovation, and expanded application areas. Specifically, they are as follows:
Continued Market Growth: Research indicates that China’s rubber and plastic insulation materials industry is expected to maintain steady growth from 2025 to 2030, with the market size projected to increase from nearly 200 billion yuan in 2025 to a higher level by 2030, maintaining a compound annual growth rate of approximately 8%.
Continuous Technological Innovation: Breakthroughs will be achieved in nanocomposites, chemical recycling, and intelligent production processes, and rising environmental standards will drive the development of low-VOC and bio-based materials. Kingflex keeps pace with the times, and its R&D team is actively developing new products daily.
Product Structure Optimization and Upgrading: Closed-cell foaming products will expand their market share, while demand for traditional open-cell materials will shift to industrial piping. Furthermore, heat-reflective composite layer technology has become a research and development hot spot.
Continuously Expanding Application Areas: Beyond traditional applications such as construction and industrial pipe insulation, demand for rubber and plastic insulation materials is surging in emerging sectors such as new energy vehicles and data centers. For example, in the new energy vehicle sector, rubber-plastic insulation materials are used in battery pack thermal management systems to prevent overheating and improve the energy density and safety of battery packs.
A clear trend toward green environmental protection is emerging: With increasingly stringent environmental regulations, rubber-plastic insulation materials will further reduce their environmental impact. The use of renewable raw materials, the development of harmless production technologies, and the realization of product recyclability are becoming increasingly common trends.
Post time: Oct-16-2025
