1-GUIDE WALL PILING
- Expanded Polystyrene is a superb material for use in piling construction; it can be easily removed or destroyed during the process, (if required). - It is used by engineers as a guide tool to apply their piling procedures in a very accurate and controlled manner, which is critical in the positioning and alignment of the piles, resulting in structures that are exactly as specified.
2-LANDSCAPING
- From golf courses to underground parking to rail embankments, Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is now the No #1 material used by Architects & Designers for landscaping projects. As it is manufactured in large blocks, and can be easily cut to any shape or size, it is ideal for sculpting into landscaping forms whether large or small.
3-VOID FORMERS
- Void Formers made from Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) are used extensively throughout the civil engineering profession for major works such as motorways, bridge construction, underpasses, shopping centres, foundations and embankments.
- They can be used for a variety of void forming applications for the formation, shaping and positioning of openings to reduce the weight of concrete structures (but not the strength), or alternatively can be used for temporary applications as part of a form work system. Any size or profile can be manufactured with relatively short lead times, in a range of compressive strengths to meet the loading requirements of the application.
4-FLOATING PONTOONS
Expanded Polystyrene is a superb material for the design and building of pontoons. It is naturally buoyant, lightweight but strong, doesn’t absorb water, doesn’t degrade and very cost effective. There is no set design for pontoons, and whatever shape or size required we can produce it.
At ATC Polystyrene we have the technical knowledge, relevant experience and necessary machinery to produce pontoons to our clients exact specifications. The accuracy, consistency, attention to detail and quality of EPS is vital if a project of connected and assembled pontoons is demanded.
Our engineers will work closely with our client to discuss and agree exactly what is required before production starts; including the time schedule, finishing, delivery and assembly methods necessary for completion. There will be constant feedback and communication throughout the project. With our expertise we can facilitate the design to be casting-friendly, so there is easy installation and minimum and easy handling. We can offer different options to cut/assemble to create the pontoons. We can share production methods and be involved during the implementation stage to ensure a successful conclusion.
Depending on the size of project, we look to build a mock-up pontoon to demonstrate the accuracy and quality required, to discuss any possible resulting alterations or improvements, and to give our clients peace of mind.
5-FLOOR RAISING
When looking to have raised floors in new and existing buildings, Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is now the main choice among consultants and engineers in construction. ATC Polystyrene has qualified engineers with many years’ experience in EPS manufacture and installation, and will work with you throughout the project to provide professional advice and guidance. EPS has many excellent benefits over alternative methods.
6-LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE
Lightweight concrete is produced by replacing the normal aggregate with lightweight expanded polystyrene (EPS) beads aggregate, either partially or fully, depending upon the requirements of density and strength. It is used in many specific construction industries like high rise buildings, floating marine platforms, and large-sized and long-span concrete. An application of polystyrene concrete includes walls, cladding panels, tilt up panels and composite flooring.
7-SOIL TREATMENT
Expanded polystyrene (EPS) composite soil is a new kind of lightweight geomaterial, which is made of soil, binder, water, and EPS. Excessive settlements are big issues in geotechnical constructions in soft ground regions. The lighter the loadings on the constructions, the smaller the extra settlements are. The well-known super-lightweight EPS geofoam has played an important role in solving excessive settlement problems over soft ground. It is mainly used as a fill material for bridge abutments, embankments, and underground cavities. It is also used to part-fill the bottom of plant pots: it retains moisture; saves cost on high nutrient soil; it allows for free draining and improving soil aeriation.