Expanded polystyrene (EPS)

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EPS is a widely used insulation material, known for its flexibility and thermal performance.  The boards are able to receive a variety of flat roof waterproofing systems, and can be easily cut to many shapes, sizes and falls as required.
  • Rigid cellular plastic, providing a versatile, moisture resistant thermal insulation solution.
  • Suitable for use under EPDM / butyl rubber roofing and some single layer membranes.
  • The thermal conductivity (lambda value) of EPS is 0.034 - 0.038 W/m·K, dependent on grade.
  • Can be supplied in a multitude of dimensions and thicknesses.
Advantages
  • Good thermal performance
  • Boards are lightweight, non-toxic and inert
  • Moisture resistance due to the boards closed cell structure
  • Huge flexibility for standard roofs or problematic roofs
  • Boards can be cut to any shape, thickness or tapered fall
  • Factory pre-mitred hips and valleys help aid water drainage to outlets
  • Easily accepts waterproofing systems
  • Green Guide A+ rating

Ideal for use within Building Innovation's Hybrid Systems:

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The ASPIRE Solution
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The ACOUSTIC Solution

Case Studies

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The Billericay School

Building Innovation’s roofing solutions have been installed as part of a multi-million pound expansion scheme at The Billericay School in Essex.
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Resorts World

Building Innovation’s hybrid ASPIRE Solution has been installed as part of the £150 million Resorts World development in Birmingham, providing a cost-effective insulation solution whilst resolving drainage issues on the project.
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