Expanded polystyrene (EPS) has been used for decades as insulation and structural material in the building industry, and as lightweight backfill in road construction.
What’s more, the creative expression of architects, engineers, designers and inventors opens up a host of new applications.
For several years now, EPS has been used in many aspects of civil engineering and even in the construction sector.
Construction sites use it for major projects such as freeway construction and renovation, viaducts, bridges, etc.
Expanded polystyrene can also be very useful for floor and wall insulation and formwork.
Expanded polystyrene can be used for many applications, such as road and water pipe insulation, floor and wall insulation, lightweight architectural blocks and more.
It can also be used for lightweight backfill (Geofoam). These lightweight EPS backfill blocks are 98% air. This combination of plastic and air makes them lightweight, but also ensures their strength. The use of Geofoam blocks is the optimum solution when the soil is soft and cannot support conventional backfill loads. Geofoam blocks are designed to create lightweight backfill that meets the standards and requirements of civil engineering and the Quebec Ministry of Transport.
What’s more, the creative expression of architects, engineers, designers and inventors opens up a host of new applications.
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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.
What about end-of-life recycling? EPS is a stable, inert material; it does not degrade easily or release harmful substances when buried or burned under controlled conditions.
Landfilling EPS is a safe option. If recycling is not possible, it can be landfilled without risk to the environment, as it does not break down into toxic elements.
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