XPS foam generally refers to extruded polystyrene foam, also known as XPS extruded board, it is based on polystyrene resin as the main material, through heating and mixing at the same time injected catalyst, and then extruded extrusion to form a hard plastic foam board. This product has fire, heat insulation, aging resistance, corrosion resistance, water resistance, poor temperature resistance and other properties, is widely used in wall, roof and other building industry insulation, sound absorption, sound insulation and shock-proof materials. It is a high-performance foam with the following characteristics:

1, Excellent insulation performance: XPS extruded board has very low thermal conductivity, which can effectively reduce heat transfer and achieve good insulation effects, helping to save energy.

2, High strength and durability: XPS extruded board has high compressive strength and durability, which can withstand certain external forces and ensure the long-term stability of the insulation system.

3, Good water resistance: XPS extruded board has good water resistance, which can prevent water from penetrating and avoid the deterioration of the insulation performance due to moisture.

4, Light weight and easy installation: XPS extruded board is relatively light, which makes it easier to handle and install, reducing the load on the building structure.

5, Good fire resistance: XPS extruded board has certain fire resistance, which can slow down the spread of fire and provide some protection.

6, Improved indoor comfort: By using XPS extruded board for insulation, it can help maintain a more constant indoor temperature, reduce temperature fluctuations, and improve indoor comfort.

7, Environmental friendliness: It is generally non-toxic and environmentally friendly, and does not release harmful substances, which is beneficial for the health and safety of occupants.

With the increasing attention of people to environmental problems, environmental awareness is gradually improving. This means that more people begin to realize the importance of protecting the environment and take actions to reduce the negative impact on the environment. Recycling is a very important tool, and it can reduce the amount of waste, save resources, and reduce the impact on the environment.

XPS extruded board can be recycled to a certain extent. However, the recyclability of XPS extruded board may depend on several factors, such as the local recycling facilities and available recycling technologies. It’s important to note that the recycling of XPS extruded board may face some challenges. For example, the presence of adhesives, coatings, or other additives in the board can affect the recyclability. Additionally, the availability of recycling infrastructure and market demand for recycled XPS may also play a role.

Some recycling methods for XPS extruded board include:

1, Mechanical recycling: The XPS extruded board can be crushed, granulated, or otherwise processed to be used as a raw material for producing new XPS or other plastic products.

2, Thermal recycling: The XPS extruded board can be melted and reprocessed to form new plastic materials.

GREENMAX self-developed XPS granulator is an effective equipment for the manufacture of XPS (extruded polystyrene) pellets. Its working principle is to heat the polystyrene raw material to a molten state, and then extrude it into a certain shape of strip material through the extruder head. These strips of material are cut into pellets by a pelletizing machine, which then goes through a cooling and screening process to obtain the final XPS pellets. XPS pellets are commonly used in the manufacture of insulation materials, packaging materials, etc. They have good thermal insulation properties, low water absorption and better mechanical strength. This granulator usually consists of the following parts:

-Feed system: used to feed polystyrene raw material into the machine.
-Melt extrusion part: the raw material is melted by heating and extruded into strips.
-Granulation system: The extruded strip material is cut into pellets.
-Cooling system: The pellets are cooled by water or air and then ready to be cut.
-Screening system: The vibrating screen will sort out pellets of different sizes, and the filtered pellets can be bagged.

GREENMAX XPS granulator has the following advantages, it has efficient production and can quickly convert raw materials into pellets, improving production efficiency; also, the granulator is good at making high quality pellets, which produces uniform size and shape, strong adaptability, while it can adapt to different raw materials and process requirements with high flexibility. The operation is also simple, relatively easy to operate and maintain, reducing the difficulty of operation. Besides, it is cost-effective and help save raw materials and energy, reduce production costs. For more information, please contact GREENMAX for a free quote!