Expanded Polystyrene Foam, or EPS, commonly known as Expanded Polystyrene Rigid Foam, is a material that you frequently encounter in daily life. This material, known for its porous and white structure, is formed by compressing particles. When examined, it can be understood that its structure consists of 98% stagnant air and 2% polystyrene. This material is often one of the first options that come to mind when insulation is mentioned worldwide. You can observe this material as protective equipment when unpacking many items, such as a new refrigerator or washing machine.
Features
Application Areas
- ABS, with its technical features, generally earns everyone’s appreciation by offering the following:
- Suitable for flexible design,
- Has a smooth surface,
- Offers bright and deep color options,
- Has excellent chemical resistance,
- Resistant to impacts.
- It should be noted that EPS, commonly thought to be used as insulation and packaging material, has various other applications:
- Decoration,
- Road construction,
- Filling material in buildings,
- Can be used as protective material inside packaging.