Dublin, Sept. 10, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/27k2pb/the_european) has announced the addition of the "The European Market for Thermal Insulation Products - Tenth Edition - Expanded Polystyrene" report to their offering.
This report covers the market for expanded polystyrene (EPS) thermal insulation products in Europe and is drawn from the study set on The European Market for Thermal Insulation Products.
EPS is a relatively low cost material with excellent insulating properties. Its lightweight nature means that it adds little to structural weight, yet still offers high dimensional stability. The foam is closed cell and therefore resistant to water penetration, although it is not a water vapour barrier. EPS does not deteriorate, it is non-toxic, non-irritant, and does not contain blowing agents. EPS has a low thermal conductivity and therefore good thermal insulation properties. Its chief disadvantages are its susceptibility to physical damage, its flammability characteristics, and its low resistance to chemical attack, including substances like dilute acids, alkalis, methanol and i-propanol. EPS foam can also be used at extremely low temperatures without any time restriction.
EPS is typically encountered in three forms:
- As rigid lightweight slab or board for use in wall, floor and roof insulation and cavity fill
- EPS sheet bonded to plaster for use in dry lining and roofing extensions
- Loose fill bead for use in cavity fill and loft insulation
Key Topics Covered:
1. Introduction - EPS
2. Market Influences - EPS
3. Market Summary & Spot Forecasts - EPS
4. EU Market Review - EPS
5. Profiles of Key European Suppliers
6. Directory of Expanded Polystyrene Suppliers
Companies Mentioned
- Armacell
- BASF
- Dow Chemical
- Kingspan
- Knauf Insulation
- Recticel
- Rockwool
- Saint-Gobain Isover
- URSA
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