The method of claim 15 wherein the core is selected from the group consisting of urethane, elastomeric thermoplastics, neoprene rubber, silicone, and foams thereof; the mesh is a woven or braided material having less than 35 openings per square inch; and the metal foil strip is selected from the group consisting of tinned copper, copper, stainless steel, and noble metal plated non-noble metals.