ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

A Seminar is always a co-ordinated, but it can never reach completion without

proper guidance and encouragement.

Words are shorts to express my deepest and sincere gratitude towards my

seminar guide Prof. V. V. JADHAV , for he has been greatest source of inspiration.

Right from beginning of conceptual idea of my seminar to its completion , he has

provided constant help ,guidance and encouragement in making it a successful

one.

I am thankful to our Head of Department Prof. M. J. PATIL , for his support, he

provided to me in the form of infrastructure and facilities.

Mr. PRASAD R. KHARAT

( T.E.CIVIL )

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 CONTENTS

1. ABSTRACT

2. EPS CONCRETE BLOCKS

3. EPS CONCRETE PANELS

4. APPLICATIONS IN EXISTING BUILDINGS IN INDIA

5. EPS PALLETS

6. EPS SHEET/PIPE SECTION

7. EPS MOULDED PACKING

8. COST BENEFITS

9. CONCLUSION

10. POWER POINT PRESENTATION

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 ABSTRACT

In a rapidly progressing world, threats of global Warming, Sound Pollution &

Air Pollution etc are on all time rise.

As result, costs for heat insulation, eco friendly construction work have also
increased considerably.

So a need for developing an economical, eco friendly & a versatile

construction technique has arised.

The invention of ‘Expandable Polystyrene (EPS) Concrete Blocks & Panels has
provided a golden mean to all the above stated threats.

Its use in construction work , which is the need of the hour in developing
nations like India.

The EPS technology is a ‘German Technology’ , which has been recently

introduced in India by Mr. S. R. Mane, a well known personality in Pune’s
Industrial Sector.

The EPS Technology consist of sandwiching a piece of thermocole between

cement concrete.

In India the EPS technology has been introduced in two ways, EPS concrete
blocks and the EPS Concrete Panels.

The EPS Concrete Blocks & the EPS Concrete Panels have been briefly
described in the further pages .

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 WHY THERMOCOLE (EPS) IS BENEFICIAL

1. Polystyrene is the best available insulation material at present for

usage in walls & roofs all over the world.

2. The insulation properties are very superior if the polystyrene is good

bonding & avoid air gaps & pockets to eliminate any chance of
consideration.

3. The EPS Concrete Thermocole Block has the added advantage of extra
sound insulstion in addition to thermal insulation than the normal
blocks .

4. researched data proves that ‘polystyrene inserted’ concrete blocks are

the most cost effective in terms of thermal insulation as against cavity
wall, autoclaved brick wall, cavity wall with polystyrene sheet & other
type of insulation.

Only 100 nos. of EPS Concrete Thermocole Blocks of (200x200x400)mm

are required to make one brass.

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 EPS CONCRETE BLOCKS

A. Manufacturing :

The EPS Concrete Blocks are manufactured by sandwiching in specially moulded

thermocole piece between cement concrete. It cpnsist of an arrangement for good
bonding with the surrounding cement concrete.

They are manufactured in an EPS concrete molding which is fully automatic and consists of
moulds different sizes to suite customers requirements.

B. Applications :

1. they can be used as a substitute for bund clay bricks

2. They can be used for paving as paving blocks .

3. They can be used as a substitute for cavity wall.

4. They can be used in high rise buildings to reduce the dead load of structure.

5. They can be effectively & economically can be used in temporary structures.

C. Salient Features :

1. Innovative futuristic concept.

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2. Best heat cold/insulation.

3. Best sound insulation.

4. Light in weight so further saving on steel of R.C.C. design.

5. Available in various sizes and shapes.

6. Consistency in size and quality as it is machine moulded.

7. Eco Friendly as it saves the upper cost of fertile soil.

8. 50% saving in electricity bill for air conditioners.

9. Saves Rs. 2000/- for construction per brass.

EPS CONCRETE PANELS

A. Manufacturing :

The EPS Concrete Panels are manufactured by sandwiching a piece of a thermocole

between a wire mesh surrounded by cement concrete. They are provided wiyh handle to
allow its lifting during transportation. The wire mesh has 2mm diameter and is useful in
keeping the concrete & the thermocole fixed together. In some cases it is used for proper

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binding of the plastering material with the thermocole . The thermocole panels can be
manufactured in variable sizes as per dimensions of structure.

B. Applications :

1. They can be used for construction of walls .

2. They can be used for construction of roof slabs.

3. They can be used for water proofing on roofs.

4. They can be used for construction of toilets, out houses , site offices etc.

5. They are very economical & speedy in construction of rehabilation centers.

6. They can be used for construction of temporary/portable structures.

C. Salient Features :

1. Innovative futuristic concept.

2.Strong yet light in weight.

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3. Useful in construction of low cost houses.

4. Eco-Friendly saves valuable soil.

5. Can be shifted from one place to another .

6. Thermally insulated to save on electricity bill on ACs.

7. Ideal for Site Offices, Security Cabins , Ware Houses, Guest Houses , farm Houses , Out
Houses , Vendor Shops, etc.

EPS Pallets:

Among our vast product range, we are also engaged in offering EPS pallet plates used for
storing and transportation purposes. These pallets are manufactured using quality raw
material and are precisely machined in conformation to international quality standards.
Available in varied shapes, sizes and colors, these EPS pallets can also be customized as per
the requirements of the client.

EPS Sheet/Pipe Section :

The highest quality of Polystyrene Sheets, Styrofoam Sheet, Polyurethane Pipe, Packaging
Polystyrene Sheet, EPS Packaging Sheet and Urethane Foam Sheet, which are
manufactured by using highly refined quality of raw materials to attain the super quality of
products. We also manufacture and supply various types of EPS sheets for various
applications. EPS comparing to any other Insulation materials like Particle Boards, Gypsum
Boards, Polyurethane Foams, Glass Wool, Mineral Wool, Poly Ethylene etc is low in thermal

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conductivity, high in insulating efficiency, highly moisture resistance and budget friendly.

EPS is light in weight reduces handling hazels, stable in dimension and does not warp or
bend. EPS is also the vital insulation material in both Hot and Cold Insulation, Pipe
Insulation with EPS Pipe Section, under and over deck insulation with added Density
Sheets, Wall insulation in cold storages, Air conditioned Warehouse and Godowns. EPS
False ceiling is not only neat but also keeps even non air conditioned rooms cool by
reducing the inflow of external radiation. The sheets available in standard 3.7meter x
1.0meter length sheets and can be fabricated into almost any thickness and density.
Primarily EPS is used as an exterior insulator, for every 25mm, our polystyrene sheets have
a R rating of approximately R1. TRW EPS is the perfect companion for the render
warehouse fibrelite base and top coat render range.

Polystyrene provides the builder with insulation that varies in density, which translates into
a structure that will meet or exceed energy code standards without the added expense of
increased stud width. TRW is able to deliver EPS fabricated to any required density.

ADVANTAGES :

Fungus, bacteria or rot will not affect EPS

TRW cladding has a grade 4 fire rating, only beginning to burn at 600 degree celsius

Light weight, easy to handle, strong, flexible and durable

No CFCs (Chlorofluorocarbon)

Shock absorbant

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Recyclable

Vibration and noise dampener

Compatible with wood and steel framing and masonry

EPS Moulded Packing :

EPS Moulded Packing, Polyurethane Moulded Packing, Polyurethane Vacuum Packing and
Expanded Polystyrene Packaging, which are manufactured by suing refined quality of raw
materials to ensure the quality of products that reduces breakages. Having extensive
experience in EPS customized packaging design helps to identify needs:

Accuracy, dimensions

Protection

Aesthetics

Marketing appeal

Handling, stacking

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Insulation

Strength

Cost

Durability

Weight

Environmental

All of the above.

The demands on modern packaging often requires the application of multiple materials.
After design, rigorous product testing is conducted before packaging is put into use. Real
world conditions are simulated for shock, drop, vibration, compression temperature and
humidity.

Characteristics of EPS Mouldings :

High strength and rigidity

Light weight, lower transport costs

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Closed cell structure. Presence of air inside the cells imparts cushioning and thermal
insulation properties

Shock absorption capacity

Compatibility with other materials

Moisture resistant

Higher density, smoother finish

Recyclable

COST BENEFITS

- Construction by using EPS technology makes a structure very light it reduces the
dead load of structure by 33% . As a result amount spent on foundation reduces
considerably.
- Most economical technique of heat and sound insulation.
- 50% saving in electricity bills for ACs
- Rs. 2000/- is saved for construction per brass .

CONCLUSION

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- Practically overall construction cost of EPS (thermocole) sandwiched bricks is less
than all types of bricks and heat insulation as well as other advantages such as cold
insulation and sound insulation are much more than all other types of bricks.
- Weight of EPS (thermocole) sandwiched concrete brick is less than all other
traditional clay bricks. We can further save on steel of R.C.C. design which is
economical redesign of column and beams.
- EPS (thermocole) sandwiched concrete bricks are eco friendly which is most
important for eco friendly housing because it will take 3000 years to create a natural
fertile soil and if existing fertile soil used in making clay bricks , probably in future
there will not be soil on this beautiful planet earth.
- Techniquely & commercially , EPS (thermocole) sandwiched concrete bricks are
more superior in all respect compared to all other traditional bricks.

REFRENCES
-“EVEREST” EPS SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. PUNE & http//: www.epsproducts.co.in

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