Applications & Substrates
How ESD surface control requirements change across materials, substrates, and real-world applications.
ESD behaviour depends heavily on the substrate involved. Materials such as plastics, foams, flooring, and work surfaces differ in how they generate, hold, and dissipate static charge. This hub focuses on application-specific considerations to help you select, specify, and validate surface control solutions correctly.
Core application areas
Each section below explores how ESD risks and control strategies change depending on material and use case.
Packaging & Trays
Managing charge generation and dissipation in packaging, trays, totes, and component handling systems.
Read article →EVA Foam & Cushions
Surface control challenges in foams used for cushioning, protection, and transport.
Read article →Plastics & Moulded Parts
How polymers, moulded components, and films behave electrically—and how coatings interact with them.
Read article →Flooring Systems
Controlling static charge in production floors, walkways, and high-traffic areas.
Read article →Work Surfaces & Benches
ESD requirements for benches, tables, and operator-facing work areas.
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