Plastics came into being in the XXth century, and underwent intensive development during the Second World War. It was during this evolution that expanded polystyrene (EPS) made its appearance in the 50s. This organic compound is derived from natural gas and oil.
Plastics, all = 5% / EPS = 0.1
Fuels = 85
Asphalt, lubricants and others = 10
A very small fraction of the oil extracted (0.1%) is destined for conversion into EPS. Nearly 85% of the oil consumed worldwide is burned for various industrial and transport applications.
Shaped by heat and easily recyclable (PS, PP, PE, ABS, PVC, PET, etc.). Expanded resins belong to these families
Shaped by an irreversible chemical reaction, they are difficult to recycle (polyester, polyurethanes, epoxies, etc.).
These polymers have “elastic” properties, obtained after cross-linking, and are difficult to recycle (Buna, silicones, EPDM, etc.).
The exceptional properties of expanded polystyrene (EPS) make it possible to create products that outperform many other materials:
ICFs are durable products that deliver substantial energy savings! A building constructed using ICFs can reduce heating and cooling costs by up to 30% compared with conventional construction. As a result, the amount of oil and energy used to manufacture the product is offset hundreds of times over by the heating and cooling savings it will deliver during the building’s useful life. What’s more, a concrete house built with ICFs will last longer than a wood house. It’s more resistant to bad weather, tornadoes, humidity and insects. The building also offers better fire resistance, greater safety and lower insurance costs.
This everyday consumer product is a proven ecological solution, despite certain myth-based perceptions:
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