8. Applications
EPS-M and EPS-E are used in all the situations described below. However, for cost reasons, EPS-E (XPS) is only used when excellent compressive strength or waterproofing properties are required.
In the packaging sector, applications for EPS-E are limited to thin objects that can be obtained by thermoforming (e.g. trays, egg cartons, fast-food packaging).
8.1 Thermal insulation of buildings
In many cases, the choice of white or gray EPS-M or EPS-E insulation is made on the basis of their thermal performance, but...
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