EPS (expanded polystyrene) is the classic among raw materials for economic construction, rational and secure packaging and many additional creative applications. Despite its low material costs - 98% of EPS consists of air - it has a high degree of stability and elasticity. The air trapped in the pearls provides top thermal properties. EPS is an FCKW-free granulated foam plastic containing an expanding agent which is produced as a granulate with a range of 0.2 to 3.0 mm. The granulate rigid foam originates from three processing stages - pre-foaming, temporary storage and foaming to produce a mould.Â
The key properties of PMPF mouldings made from EPS:
- Heat-insulating- Noise-insulatingÂ
- Suitable for the packaging of food
- Insensitive to dampness
- highly pressure resistant
- high shock absorber
- light weight
- 100% recyclable
Applications:
Its special thermal properties make EPS mouldings an indispensable part of the construction and packaging industry for many years now. Roller shutters as well as window and door reveals made of EPS reduce energy costs and CO2 emissions from heat considerably. Heat and cold boxes, protective helmets, toys and more besides are made from EPS. In case of falls, it buckles, warps and therefore traps the vibration energy.
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