Space Balls Alternative | Panel Buddies & Panel Balls
Panel Buddies and Panel Balls provide alternative floating panel spacing solutions for cabinet and passage door manufacturers seeking consistent panel support and expansion control.
Designed for manufacturing effieciency and reliable panel movement, our spacers are used in cabinet shops, custom furniture operations, and OEM door production.
Floating panels require controlled spacing to:
- reduce/eliminate rattling
- allow wood expansion
- maintain consistent fitment
- improve finished product quality
Panel Buddies and Panel Balls help manufacturers maintain reliable panel positioning while supporting natural wood movement.
Panel Buddies are made from specifically sized foam rubber that applies controlled pressure within the panel groove.
Benefits include:
- consistent compression
- reliable positioning
- easy insertion
- manufacturing-friendly design
- bulk quantity available
Panel Balls use a proprietary rubber ball design that adapts to varying groove and panel tolerances.
Benefits include:
- quick installation
- consistent spacing
- no leaching issues
- cabinet and passage door compatible
- use in your current automated machinery
Materials and Finish Considerations:
Testing spacer materials within your finishing process is recommended. A side by side comparison can be seen below that shows some products contribute to oil migration or finishing concerns.
