Why More Power Equipment Manufacturers Are Switching to Melamine Foam Insulation

JIAXING, China - July 13, 2025 - PRLog -- The Shift Toward Advanced Materials Has Begun—Who's Leading the Change?

Melamine foam (https://www.sinoyqx.com/products/melamine-foam/), with its inherent flame resistance, ultra-low smoke emission, excellent electrical insulation, and high thermal stability, is rapidly becoming the new standard for next-generation power systems. At the forefront of this transformation is SINOYQX, a trusted name in high-performance melamine foam innovation.

Policy & Standards: Safer, Greener Materials Are No Longer Optional

Global regulations and national standards are driving the transition toward safer, low-emission insulation materials:

✅ IMO Part 2 & Part 5: Require insulation materials for offshore power and marine systems to meet low smoke and low toxicity thresholds

✅ EN 45545-2: EU standard for railway applications requires multi-level (HL2/HL3) compliance with fire safety and smoke emission

✅ State Grid Green Procurement Guidelines (China): Recommend halogen-free, recyclable, and low-VOC materials

✅ Draft Energy Storage Station Safety Standards: Demand materials with high thermal endurance and fire containment capability

In short: Without upgrading insulation materials, power systems risk non-compliance with the future of engineering and regulation.

Performance Comparison: SINOYQX Melamine Foam vs. Traditional Materials

Property   SINOYQX Melamine Foam   EVA / PU / EPDM Foam

Flame Resistance   Inherent, UL94 V-0   Needs additives, degrades over time

Smoke Density (SDR)   < 30, compliant with IMO   >100, hazardous in fire

Surface Resistivity   ≥10¹⁸ Ω, excellent insulator   10⁸ – 10¹⁰ Ω, decreases with aging

Operating Temperature Range   -180°C to +240°C   -20°C to +90°C

Environmental Compliance   Low-formaldehyde, halogen-free, RoHS   Often contains VOCs or toxic retardants

Service Life   ≥10 years, anti-aging   2–3 years, prone to crumbling

Weight   8.5 kg/m³, adjustable   Heavier and harder to engineer

Recyclability   Physically recyclable, no heavy metals   Typically incinerated

Application Scenarios: From Switchgear to Energy Storage—The Foam Revolution

SINOYQX melamine foam is not just an insulator. It enables multi-functional performance for the next generation of electric power systems:

High-Voltage Switchgear

→ Used for busbar insulation, fire protection spacers, and acoustic damping fillers

Energy Storage Battery Modules

→ Delivers thermal stability, flame retardancy, and electrical isolation in one lightweight solution

Cable Trays / Capacitor Cabinets / Transformer Rooms

→ Acts as a dielectric barrier, shock absorber, and heat insulator all at once

Rail & Marine Power Equipment

→ Fully compliant with EN 45545-2 and IMO fire-safety standards, ideal for harsh environments

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