Polystyrene[Polystyrene?:cnc ps/polystyrene cutting machine] foam is a type of plastic[plastic?:Plastic sample cutting machine] made from petroleum-based hydrocarbon particles infused with air. The polystyrene foam manufacturing process gives this material a uniform, consistent cell structure that makes it very rigid and strong. In addition to its strength and stability, polystyrene foam provides a number of additional advantages, including effective insulating properties, natural resistance to moisture, and the ability to absorb shock or impacts.
One of the primary advantages to polystyrene foam is its high strength-to-weight ratio. Polystyrene foam is very durable, yet consists primarily of air, resulting in a very low weight. Its light weight and airy consistency allows polystyrene foam to be easily shaped or molded to form a variety of products. It can be formed into custom packaging[packaging?:DCP-H series packaging sample cutter plotter] or shipping containers, or cut to fit wall cavities on a construction site. Even sheets of polystyrene foam can be cut using only a basic utility knife rather than complex tools or saws.
The numerous air cavities within polystyrene foam also give it natural shock absorption abilities. This makes polystyrene foam an effective option for protecting fragile electronics during shipping.
Polystyrene foam also is highly moisture resistant. When used for packing and shipping, polystyrene foam protects objects from rain and other sources of moisture. It can be used to hold food or beverages, and won't leak or penetrate the walls of the container. When used as building insulation, the moisture resistance of polystyrene foam gives it many advantages over traditional fiberglass insulation. Unlike fiberglass,polystyrene foam won't rot, mildew, or otherwise lose its effectiveness if exposed to moisture.
Another major advantage associated with polystyrene foam is its ability to act as an effective insulator. This helps to maximize the energy efficiency of the structure and keep energy bills as low as possible.
