EPS FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING

Civils

The way that EPS performs when under loads and compression makes it an ideal infill material for numerous civil engineering applications, including:

Road & Rail Embankments
Sound bunds
Landscaping
Pontoons
Swimming Pool Infill
Groundworks

EPS for Infill

We manufacture large EPS blocks measuring 2500 x 1200 x 1000mm for any void fill applications, other sizes are available as required. We can supply arctic loads cut down to size and delivery UK wide.

Cost effective void fill
Reduced foundations
Lightweight, easy handling
Quick to install
Will not degrade over time

Case Study

As DS Smith Plastics, Foam Products we have supplied MegaTech Projects Ltd with EPS blocks for over 20 railway stations. Modular EPS blocks drastically shorten railway platform construction time.

Offering excellent compressive strength, durability and ease of handling. This method is cheaper and up to 3 times faster than traditional steel systems.

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Material Specification Sheet

Physical Properties BS EN13163:2016	EPS 70E	EPS 100E	EPS 150E	EPS 200E	EPS 250E	EPS 300E	EPS 350E	EPS 400E
Compressive Strength at 10% (kPa)	70	100	150	200	250	300	350	400
Cross Breaking Strength (Bending Strength) (kPa)	115	150	200	250	350	450	525	600
Fire Classification	Euroclass E
Max Thermal Conductivity at 10oC (W/mKLambda 90/90)	0.038	0.036	0.034	0.033	0.033	0.033	0.033	0.033
Water Vapour resistivity (MN.s.g-1 m-1)	100-200	150-350	150-350	200-500	200-500	200-500	200-500	200-500
Water Absorption (V/V)	<= 10%	<= 10%	<= 10%	<= 10%	<= 10%	<= 10%	<= 10%	<= 10%
Nominal Density (kg/m3)	15	20	25	30	35	40	45	50