Military & Defence
JOSCAR-registered specialist in bespoke military-grade foam
When precision, protection, and reliability matter most, procurement teams across the UK defence and aerospace sectors turn to Kewell Converters. With over 50 years of working exclusively in foam conversion and fabrication, we design and manufacture custom-made military-grade foam solutions that protect people, equipment, and mission-critical assets in the toughest environments.
Unlike general fabricators, our core focus is solely on foam. That depth of expertise allows us to get the very best from branded foams such as Zotefoams’ Azote® (Plastazote®, Evazote®, Supazote® & Ecozote) and Zotek ® ranges), engineering parts that are lightweight, high-strength, and fully traceable to defence standards.
Trusted foam converter for military & defence applications
For heads of procurement, supplier reliability is everything. Kewell Converters is a JOSCAR-approved supplier, trusted by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Tier 1 contractors, and defence technology firms for decades. Working with us means:
- Reduced supplier complexity – we can manage sourcing, design, prototyping and production in-house
- Compliance assured – all military foam solutions are supplied with full traceability and meet the relevant defence standards
- Cost-efficiency through expertise – our engineers optimise every design to minimise waste and improve performance
- Mission-ready results – components built to withstand shock, impact, vibration, chemicals, and extreme climates
Military-grade foam uses
Our bespoke military-grade foam is used in:
- Protective packaging for military cargo and equipment
- Custom foam inserts for secure weapons transport and storage
- Impact-resistant and shock-absorbing foam for armoured vehicles
- Helmet linings, body armour padding, and ejection seat systems
- DEF STAN 81-116 compliant explosive-compatible packaging
- High-density polyethylene foams (LD24, LD33, LD45) for MoD applications
Engineering foam to your requirements
Every project starts with understanding your requirements. Whether you need high-density foam for weapons storage, lightweight foam for aircraft systems, or shock-absorbing protective foam for defence equipment, our team provides:
- CAD design and optimisation – ensuring the most effective and efficient solution
- Material selection guidance – matching performance characteristics to your specific military application
- Prototyping and testing – validating designs before full production
- Scaled production runs – from specialist one-offs to large-volume supply
This approach ensures procurement teams get reliable, compliant solutions quickly, while engineers and quality managers have confidence in every detail.
Why defence leaders choose Kewell Converters
- Exclusive focus on foam – 50 years’ experience as the UK’s longest-established independent foam converter
- In-house engineering expertise – a larger, more experienced design team than competitors
- Seamless project delivery – fewer suppliers to manage, faster lead times, consistent results
- Military-grade quality without compromise – proven track record in delivering bespoke protective foam packaging and components for mission-critical projects
I wanted to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for the exemplary service and support you have provided us with thus far. Your dedication to delivering comprehensive high-quality samples has not gone unnoticed, and we are truly grateful for your efforts. Thank you once again for your outstanding contributions
Speak to the military foam experts
Kewell Converters is a JOSCAR-approved foam fabricator with a long-standing record of delivering specialist foam solutions to the military and defence industry. Let’s talk about your next project.
FAQs
Our military-grade foam is engineered to meet strict defence specifications, with options for explosive compatibility, high impact resistance, and long-term durability.
Yes. We can supply sample foams including Plastazote®, Azote®, Zotek ® and other specialised military foams for testing and evaluation.
Yes. We can produce one off/prototype of parts for testing, compliance and development as well low volume production runs.
Yes. We are a JOSCAR-registered supplier, and our solutions are fully traceable with compliance certifications.
We design and manufacture protective foam packaging, inserts, gaskets, seals, panels, and specialist components for military vehicles, aircraft, electronics, and weapons transport.
Yes. We have an inhouse Quality Team and can offer FAI reporting in accordance with your inspection and compliance requirements.
