As the growth of environmental conception, polystyrene recycling becomes more and more important. Many companies like INTCO realized to reuse polystyrene foam (EPS) to produce new productions is a good project. So they began to purchase EPS all over the world. Where can the material be found? And who can provide Styrofoam waste for end users? We can discuss it from EPS firstly.
EPS has many advantages as an attractive material. EPS is strong, yet lightweight. It is a very efficient insulator, and its structure offers excellent product protection from impact damage. It delivers this broad range of performance while also being a very cost competitive material. It uses significantly less energy and water to manufacture than paper alternatives.
So firstly you can find Styrofoam waste in Styrofoam manufactures and cutting plants. Then it is a kind of good insulation material, usually can be used as wall insulation and ice insulation. In many supermarket, Styrofoam will be used to fresh vegetables and fruit because it can reduce water loss. Besides, many fishermen will also it to fresh their fish. Furniture plants protect their products with Styrofoam waste. At last, many recycling centers will recycle EPS waste if they have enough space funds, and labors. Therefore, you can find polystyrene foam in these areas and these people.