Thermal Insulation
The thermal insulation properties of EPS are outstanding due to its closed air-filled cell structure, which inhibits the passage of heat or cold. The density and thickness of the material can be varied to suit your insulation requirements. This is why EPS is used in food transport and storage, transporting liquids and even human organs - in fact any application where insulation from outside temperatures is essential. The Williams Formula 1 team has their meat delivered around the globe in sealed EPS boxes with the contents wrapped in ice blankets (EPS is also used in the construction of the seats used by Jensen Button and Michael Schumacher amongst others).
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| EPS is a superb choice of material where thermal conductivity is an issue. This graph shows how EPS compares to other common packaging materials. |
EPS has also long been used in household insulation - it is suitable for Roof, Wall and Under Floor applications. Another reason why EPS is helping with the environmental issues we face today.
Sound Insulation
EPS also has first class sound insulation properties - another reason why the material is increasingly being used in the construction of homes and offices.
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