Have you ever stopped to think about how far a component can travel before reaching your
electric vehicle? Asia remains the world’s factory, but increasingly more European manufacturers are asking themselves the same question:
What if we could manufacture closer, faster and with more control?
At ZFoam, we believe that the electric revolution involves electrifying the motor and rethinking the entire supply chain.. How? By committing to locally produced technical materials with the flexibility and precision demanded by the e-mobility industry.
Europe steps on the accelerator, more batteries, closer
Since 2022, Europe has skyrocketed its investments in battery gigafactories, driven by the urgency to reduce its foreign dependence and by the objectives of the European Green Deal.
Spain and our neighbour Portugal are no exception. Volkswagen in Sagunto, Envision in Navalmoral, and other projects underway mark a clear trend. The question is, with what materials and suppliers are we going to do it?
The link that makes the difference: customised technical foams
We could tell you about our certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, IATF 16949), our industrial experience or our high-precision CNC cutting capabilities… but today we want you to take away one key idea:
ZFoam is a local partner, not a generic supplier.
- We are in Europe.
- We speak your language.
- We respond quickly.
- We adapt our solutions to your design.
- We reduce your logistical risks.
Just-in-time and customisation are standard, and the cross-linked technical foams we manufacture and transform in Zaragoza go to the heart of electric batteries. Sealing, thermal iinsulation, vibration protection and, of course, certified flame retardancy.
The difference between having the material…and having it on time
One of the major challenges facing European manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers is their dependence on imported foams with lead times of 8–12 weeks, in addition to other added risks, such as customs, tariffs, unpredictable transport costs and limited ability to adapt to design changes.
What if we told you that with ZFoam you can have a customised solution in less than 15 days?
Yes, from the cut test to final delivery. Because when local production is aligned with engineering, efficiency and control come back home.
Foams that travel inside your EV (even if you can´t see them)
You may not see them, but the foams we design and die-cut at ZFoam:
- Thermally insulate the battery module, preventing unwanted heat transfer.
- Act as fire barriers, slowing the spread of fire (compliant with UL 94 V-0, UNECE R100).
- They dampen vibrations and shocks, protecting delicate components.
- They seal and encapsulate without adding weight, thanks to their low-density closed cells.
- And all this with custom geometries, tight tolerances and the option of ready-to- assemble multi-material kits.
Why trust a local supplier like ZFoam?
Tangible benefits for your production:
| Key aspect | ZFoam solves it in this way |
|---|---|
| Delivery time | European production = shorter lead times |
| Design changes | Agile response and express adaptations |
| Certifications | Certified materials for automotive and e-mobility |
| Sustainability | Less CO₂ per transport, more traceability |
| Trust | Direct communication, no intermediaries or time barriers |
It´s not just about geographical proximity. It´s about real closeness, technical collaboration and supporting your process from start to finish.
ZFoam as a partner in the electric reindustrialisation
We believe that Europe is undergoing a new industrial revolution, where every purchasing decision has an impact on the cost, resilience and sustainability of the production system.
That´s why, if you´re part of an electric mobility project — whether as a battery manufacturer, pack integrator or component developer — we want you to see us as a strategic ally.. With the capacity, flexibility, technical knowledge and agility that the moment demands.
Let´s talk
If you are looking for a technical foam partner who understands the pace, requirements and challenges of electric mobility in Europe…
Contact our technical team.. We will help you shape a tailor-made solution, with no obligation.
ZFoam. Technical foams driving local manufacturing.
