Expanded Polystyrene

Closed cell lightweight cellular plastics foam produced from polystyrene

Material has been modified by the addition of flame retardant additives

Produced to meet the requirements of the Australian Standard 1366 part 3

Products not covered in the standard are made for special applications

Gains exceptional insulating properties from the stabilised air trapped within its cellular structure

Contains no CFCs or any other gas that can escape to harm the ozone layer or decrease its insulation properties

Highly resistant to the adverse effects of moisture content

Excellent floatation properties

Low cost compared with other insulating foams

Able to withstand the effects of temperature cycling thereby providing long term performance in low temperature applications

Provides no nutritional value to vermin or pests, including termites

Styrene can be painted with any non-solvent based paint

Insulation of homes, commercial premises, vehicles, and pipes

Widely used to clad (as a base for render) residential homes as it provides an insulated, energy efficient home

Packaging of products to minimise damage in shipment

Cost effective void formers in building and construction applications

Construction of signs, letters and shapes for a variety of uses

Film and stage sets

Marine buoyancy devices

Polystyrene is the most commonly used of all foam due to its comparatively low cost, versatility and ease of use. AUSBLOX cuts and supplies all standards specified in Australian Standard 1366.3, and several other grades for speciality uses. Contact us for details of our products.