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Expanded
Polystyrene Rib Blocks
As
per chemical terms, it is a thermoplastic, viz styrene. Styrene
is produced from benzene and ethylene, and polymerization is accomplished
in the presence of catalysts. As small beads containing blowing
agent.
Expanded polystyrene is a closed-cell
cellular material with a very low weight and comparatively high
standard. It is immune to water, moisture and most chemicals. It
is physiologically harmless. Neutral in taste and odour, and hygienic
and is not a nutrient for microorganisms.
Expanded polystyrene is produced in
two grades namely regular and flame retardant grades. Moulded items
made from flame retardant grade have excellent insulation properties
because of its closed celled structure and for its low "K" value.
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