PACKAGING MATERIALS CAPABILITIES FAQS ABOUT US CONTACT US CAREERS Polystyrene (PS) Plastic PS is a versatile plastic that can be rigid or foamed. Pure polystyrene is a colorless, hard plastic with limited flexibility, and has a relatively low melting point. Typical applications include protective packaging, food service packaging, bottles, and food containers. Polystyrene (PS) Characteristics Clarity – mostly colored opaque (can be clear) Versatility – can be rigid or foamed Strength – significant stiffness in both foamed and rigid forms Excellent moisture barrier for short shelf-life products Low thermal conductivity and exceptional insulation properties in foamed form Ease of forming – medium soft (some cracking) Longer heat cycle Some shrink issues High yield Polystyrene (PS) Common Forms Disposable food containers like hinged takeout containers (clamshells) Meat and poultry containers, and rigid food containers Food service applications: cups, plates, bowls, and cutlery Compact disc jackets Egg cartons Aspirin bottles Other Types of Materials High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Plastic Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET, PETE, RPET, PETG) Plastic Polylactic Acid (PLA) Plastic Polypropylene (PP) Plastic Polystyrene (PS) Plastic Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic ABOUT UPPI UPPI is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and marketer of specialized, custom thermoformed plastic packaging. Our business is the design, creation, and production of effective, yet cost-efficient packaging for the retail, medical, electronics, industrial, and food industries. If you would like to learn more about our services, fill out the form, and a member of our team will be in touch. How did you hear about us? Search Engine LinkedIn ThomasNet YouTube Other Want more information on UPPI? CONTACT US TODAY Latest News from UPPI Headquarters UPPI 61 Texaco Road Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 Phone: 800-544-6649 Fax: 717-766-2133 Email: sales@uppi.com Quality at UPPI The Quality Management System at Universal Protective Packaging, Inc. (UPPI) is certified to ISO 9001 International Quality Standard by SAI Global. SAI Global is a leading global management systems Certification Body. UPPI has maintained its ISO 9001 certification since 2002. LEARN ABOUT US REQUEST A QUOTE Copyright 2021 © Universal Protective Packaging, Inc.