The Expanding Polystyrene or popularly known as EPS has become the backbone of the construction companies. The first-ever moulding plant for EPS was established in the year 1965. But at that time there was only a specific size. 

Presently, EPS blocks are obtained in different sizes by cutting them according to the requirement. EPS finds its usage in several places like landfill applications and floatation. However, the most important use is as EPS wall panels used for insulation.

What Makes EPS Ideal for Wall Panels?

EPS is a polystyrene bead that possesses features and characteristics that help it to be used as a good insulator. According to the professionals, it is an ideal material that has almost all the required mechanical and physical properties to be used for insulation. 

In addition to this, the way it is manufactured does not make it lose its most important property- the ability to remain a good long-term thermal insulator. The EPS also has exceptional durability and strength and helps a construction project to finish quickly.

In addition to these, EPS wall panels are versatile and flexible. This means that these can be cut or transformed into slabs, sheets, or any desired shape as per the requirement of the building. 

The present-day construction uses EPS in roofs, floors, foundations and can be customised to make it a primary part of structural insulation panel as a reliable insulator.

In precise, it has grown up to become a humble insulating material in the world of construction.

Places where EPS Panels can be used

Being an integral part of the construction, the EPS wall panels find their utility at several places. These are—

• Wall, Floors, and Ceilings

Irrespective of the type of construction- commercial or residential- EPS insulation has stood up to the expectation of not only the owners but also the construction and structural engineers.

The insulation acts as an envelope around the building sheathing the entire structure from all sorts of cavities.

The padding protects the interior of the house or office from the moisture or cold air to penetrate through the cavities or gaps present.

The best thing about the usage of EPS wall panels is that these can be used in new construction and, if required, during the renovation as well. It is because of its compatibility with steel and wood framing and masonry. 

• In the Exterior Insulation

According to the professionals, EPS panels can give a smooth and flawless finish to the surface. The usage of EPS has rendered the exterior walls of many commercial buildings a stucco-like finish giving the building a beautiful look.

In addition to this, it offers builders with a range of options- colour flexibility and design variation.

There are several advantages associated with the use of EPS wall panels as well. These are low-cost maintenance, energy efficiency, and unmatched durability.

The associated advantages have made it a popular item to be used in construction and a majority of commercial constructions use EPS panels.

Conclusion

The future market of EPS stands bright. The growing inclination of people and the priority by the constructors have made it to be sold like hotcakes.

Apart from this, the product has almost all the properties to be used in the construction industry.