GLOBAL EPS INSULATION MARKET

INTRODUCTION

Improved insulation in both different types of buildings can result in significant cost savings and energy usage reductions, making it one of the most practical and affordable solutions to increase a building's energy efficiency.

Both XPS and EPS perform well in terms of thermal conductivity. The materials used to construct a building's envelope frequently affect how energy-efficient it is. In order to achieve the needed insulation performance, it is imperative to choose the proper insulation type.

EPS INSULATION MARKET DEVELOPMENTS AND INNOVATIONS

Due to EPS's many advantageous properties, including its superior thermal insulation, lightweight, chemical inertness, and bacterial and insect resistance, the product demand in construction applications is anticipated to experience significant rise throughout the projection period.

The global pandemic has had a significant impact on the expansion of the construction industry. A reduction in the growth of the construction industry has resulted in mobility restrictions, production halts, labour shortages, and project cancellations or delays.

These factors are expected to affect demand for EPS in construction applications. Green building is expanding because to government programmes like the State Council Green Building Action Plan and the 13th Five-Year Plan for Building Energy Efficiency and Green Building Development.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Over the course of the forthcoming years, the market's growth is anticipated to be aided by the rising demand for environmentally friendly, lightweight products that offer superior durability along with increased thermal insulation.

It is anticipated that the demand for high-quality polymers will rise as a result of the increasing need for thermal and acoustic insulation in the building and construction sector in developing nations like China and India. Additionally, there are more people creating long-lasting business and residential structures. 

BASF is a leading mobiliser of the equipment in the market. The latest integration has been the Expandable polystyrene (EPS) grade with 5.3 percent pentane content and reinforcement from loose filler. It is made using polymerization. Low density, good process ability, and resistance to ageing and degradation.

provides exceptional adaptability, high eco- and cost-efficiency, and effective thermal insulation. It has been designed for pre-expansion, intermediary storage and extension stages of treatment by foams. The compacted raw material is converted into closed-cell foam, which has a low energy need, during the pre-expansion stage.

Nova Chemicals is part of the component manufacture trending companies in the current industry. The DYLITE resin from NOVA Chemicals is a market-leading expandable polystyrene (EPS) resin with exceptional physical qualities, low energy consumption, and FDA-compliant products.

It is appropriate for a wide range of markets and applications, including building and construction, geofoam, packaging, and cup and container, thanks to its lightweight and shown performance. Our products help our clients build dependable, secure, and long-lasting goods.

COMPANIES PROFILED

• BASF SE
• Kaneka Corp.
• Total
• NOVA Chemicals Corporate
• Ravago
• SABIC
• Arkema S.A.
• Cabot Corporation
• Chasm Advanced Materials Inc.
• Atlas Roofing Corporation
• BEWiSynbra Group