What is EPS?

EPS stands for expanded polystyrene, which is a rigid, lightweight material with a closed-cell structure. You may often hear of expanded polystyrene being referred to as “styrofoam.” However, styrofoam is actually a trademarked brand for extruded polystyrene (XPS). You have most likely seen EPS when getting a coffee, takeout, or meat from the grocery store (foam cups, takeout containers, meat packaging).

Common Uses:

Construction
Roofing
Insulation
EIFS (exterior insulation & finish systems)
Perimeter Insulation
Concrete construction
SIPS (structural insulated panels)
Rafter vents
Ceiling tile
Cold storage
Geofoam
Stadium seating

Rooftop landscape
Cold ship
Cushion Packaging
Cushion contour packing
EIFS arches, moldings, trim
Architectural shapes
Custom designs
Sculpting & props
Floatation
Spad covers
Archery blocks
Surf board cores

Manufacturing Process:

Raw beads are expanded by using steam and pressure to create pre buff beads of various densities, which are stored in silo bags before being transferred to our molding machine which again uses steam and pressure to then form a block. The blocks created in the molding machine at Insulation Technology Inc are 2′ x 4′ x 16′. These blocks (billets) are stored on the floor in our warehouse where they age before being custom cut for various applications. Our aged material is stored on the floor for a minimum of six weeks, whereas our non-aged material only sits for a minimum of two to three days.