Introduction In a footwear market that relentlessly pursues the balance between "lightweight" and "support," EVA (Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate) remains the undisputed cornerstone. As a closed-cell foam, EVA’s minimal weight, superior shock absorption, and exceptional moldability make it the premier choice for everything from daily casual footwear to professional medical-grade orthotic bases.
Technical Versatility and Performance
The core value of EVA lies in its highly customizable hardness spectrum. By adjusting the expansion ratio, we can produce a sponge-like cushioning layer or a rigid, plastic-like structural shank. Its closed-cell structure provides natural hydrophobicity, ensuring the material is moisture-resistant and easy to clean. Furthermore, EVA possesses excellent thermoplasticity, allowing it to be precision-molded to match a user's unique plantar contour through secondary heating.
Aybroad’s Manufacturing Depth: The Art of Cold and Hot Pressing
At Aybroad, we specialize in two distinct manufacturing processes for EVA to meet diverse functional requirements:
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Hot-Pressing: Primarily used for lightweight casual insoles, this process excels at creating complex surface textures and high-definition logo embossing.
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Cold-Pressing: This is our "secret weapon" for orthotic series. By placing heat-softened EVA into a chilled mold for rapid setting, we maintain superior internal tension. This ensures that arch support remains precise and firm even after months of heavy use.
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Precision Control: We maintain a Shore C hardness tolerance of within ±2 degrees, a high technical benchmark in B2B manufacturing that guarantees consistent quality across every batch.
Commitment to Sustainability
In response to global brands' focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), Aybroad actively promotes rEVA (Recycled EVA) solutions. By reclaiming production off-cuts and reintegrating them into the manufacturing cycle, we help our partners reduce their carbon footprint and enhance their eco-friendly brand image without compromising performance.