Buoyancy


 


 

Overview

Amvic's Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) can be used for a variety of flotation devices.  For these applications the EPS is produced in billets which have low water absoption and high flexural strength.

Applications

  • Docks and marinas 
  • Rafts
  • Floating homes

Benefits

There are many benefits to using EPS for floation devices which is why it is the most popular method used today.

  • Supports up to 55lbs per cubic ft.
  • Low water absorption
  • High flexural strength
  • Minimizes rocking
  • Resistant to breaking waves
  • Quiet
  • Suitable for fresh or salt water
  • Unaffected by winter climate
  • Lightweight and easy to install
  • Long life span with minimal maintenance
  • Environmentally Friendly

Availability

Buoyancy billets are produced in standard sizes, but custom orders can be easily accommodated.

 

Amvic's Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) can be used for a variety of flotation devices.  For these applications the EPS is produced in billets which have low water absoption and high flexural strength.

Applications

  • Docks and marinas 
  • Rafts
  • Floating homes

Benefits

There are many benefits to using EPS for floation devices which is why it is the most popular method used today.

  • Supports up to 55lbs per cubic ft.
  • Low water absorption
  • High flexural strength
  • Minimizes rocking
  • Resistant to breaking waves
  • Quiet
  • Suitable for fresh or salt water
  • Unaffected by winter climate
  • Lightweight and easy to install
  • Long life span with minimal maintenance
  • Environmentally Friendly

Availability

Buoyancy billets are produced in standard sizes, but custom orders can be easily accommodated.

 

501 McNicoll Ave ∙ Toronto, ON ∙ M2H 2E2 ∙ Canada ∙ (416) 410-5674 or 1 877-470-9991∙ Fax: (416) 759-7402

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501 McNicoll Ave ∙ Toronto, ON ∙ M2H 2E2 ∙ Canada ∙ (416) 410-5674 or 1 877-470-9991∙ Fax: (416) 759-7402

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