EPS

The range of applications for expanded polystyrene is very wide. We are going to focus on these applications by putting them into three main categories and underline the properties that make EPS ideal for each one.

The three categories are:

• Packaging
• Construction
• Other applications

Packaging

Any product of any shape or size may be packaged in expanded polystyrene. The following range of applications only scratches the surface of what could be possible. The following only scratches the surface of what is possible in both the industrial and food packaging sectors using EPS

Packing Products

EPS is the best packaging option for almost any high value heavy product. Completely protected and safe from risk in transport and handling, EPS provides total protection for industrial products. These range from fragile pharmaceutical products to electronic components, electrical consumer goods, toys through to horticultural or garden products. All of these, and more, are able to arrive at their destination — often the home of the consumer — in perfect condition courtesy of their EPS packaging. EPS can be designed to fit perfectly into automated production lines, which include the packing of the product. The EPS pack adapts superbly to integrated production systems. The EPS packaging system is often the best alternative in terms of cost, versatility and efficiency. It is easy for workers to handle with no sharp edges or staples and can work equally well with sophisticated machinery.

Food Packaging

Fish and shellfish, meat, fruit, ice cream — EPS packaging is the best way of keeping any foodstuff fresh. The perfect protection avoids hazards, breakages and wastage in the different stages of production and transport. Every day EPS packaging is ensuring that many different foods reach the retailer or the final consumer in perfect condition.

Food safety is paramount; a badly protected or poorly insulated product could arrive in a substandard condition. This could be a serious health risk to consumers or a serious wastage issue for a supermarket or food supplier.

This is an important ecological benefit of EPS. Its capacity to conserve food helps to reduce wastage of food and guarantees food safety.