Extruded Polystyrene Applications

Extruded Polystyrene is a versatile and adaptable product that is suited to a variety of applications. Below is some information on our most common applications, but if you need information on an application not listed, please contact us.

Concrete Roof Insulation

Foamular Extruded Polystyrene is placed directly over the waterproof membrane, providing protection for the membrane, but also creating a continuous thermal barrier on the roof.

 

Commercial Underslab Insulation

Concrete possesses very poor thermal properties but it is essential for modern large-scale construction. Extruded Polystyrene has been successfully used to boost insulation under commercial concrete slabs.

Cold Storage Floor Insulation

Cold storage is one of the most extreme environments insulation can be exposed to, there is extreme cold, massive amounts of moisture from condensation, plus floor insulation has to cope with extreme pressure from stored products.

Insulated Concrete Sandwich Panel Wall System

Typical concrete tilt wall panels must be insulated after casting and installation. Using Extruded Polystyrene insulation and connector ties, the panel is insulated during casting, prior to erection. Thus, the insulation is integral to the wall, which results in easier and faster construction.

Masonry/Brick Wall Insulation

Masonry and brick are very good at storing heat but they are also very good at transferring heat. Extruded polystyrene acts as a barrier, limiting this transfer, reducing the need for artificial air conditioning and reducing energy consumption.

Lightweight Construction – EIFS

Using extruded polystyrene as an external insulation is up to 30% more efficient than between stud insulation. Foamular is fixed directly to the studs, providing a continuous thermal barrier around your home.

Green Roof Garden Insulation

Green Garden Roofs will provide some insulation from the soil and plants, but for adequate R-values, added insulation is needed. Extruded Polystyrene is placed below the soil but above the concrete roof, creating a continuous thermal barrier.

On Ground Slabs With Floor Heating Systems

On-ground slabs with in-slab heating systems are a healthy and efficient way to heat a house. Unfortunately the cold ground the slabs sit on and cool air around it draw much of the heat out of the slab, so the system has to work harder and longer to maintain the temperatures.

Wine Cellar And Wine Storage Insulation

Successful wine storage requires constant temperature and high humidity, creating some unique problems for insulation. Most insulation would underperform in these conditions, but Foamular is not affected by moisture in the air, so it is ideal for this unique circumstance.

Model Making Foam

Extruded Polystyrene has been used extensively for model making, including model railways, model boats, surf boards, architectural modelling, sculptures and table top games like Warhammer.

 

 

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