Eps Foam Blocks For Surfboards

Expanded polystyrene eps a version of polystyrene that features small foam balls in a close.

Eps foam blocks for surfboards.

Eps expanded polystyrene had been toyed around with by a few select shapers but it. Eps expanded polystyrene. In front of the block is a hotwire cutter which will be used to cut the block in half. Our eps foam is much more durable lighter and stronger than traditional polyurethane foam.

Expanded polystyrene eps foam is also known as beaded foam and features a closed cell core. Eps is made using small expandable beads that inflate with heat and then are placed into a mould where they expand to fit the shape. Each blank is made to order and available with custom rocker and glue ups. Expanded polystyrene eps surfboard blanks.

Us blanks surf specific eps is designed for performance in the water and predictability in the shaping bay. As a result surfboards made out of eps foam are usually molded by shaping machines. White in color available at most building supplies and can sometimes be found in large blocks does not delaminate easily. In addition our eps blanks are manufactured with up to 10 recycled content and stronger boards stay out of landfills making eps epoxy construction the most environmentally sound choice for surfboards.

Global leader in eps surfboard blanks. We supply surfboard builders with first quality foam blanks made entirely in the usa. The expanded polystyrene eps foam block supplied by insulation corporation of america will make about 15 boards. It is an extremely light and buoyant material and very difficult to shape by hand.

A few of our customers marko foam not only makes great eps but also provides outstanding customer service and insight that allows me to make a better surfboard. Eps surfboard foam is a lighter slightly more buoyant option that can feel lively in the right conditions. Eps surfboards are the most environmentally sustainable choice. Our eps foam is 100 recyclable more durable safer to shape and better performing.

Can tear little beads out when shaping must be vented absorbs water if surfboard is damaged open cell foam xps extruded polystyrene. For years pu foam was the staple medium for surfboard shapers around as it was easier to work with and lighter in weight compared to the next best thing at the time which was balsa wood surfboards. Surfboard cores have a list of unique demands that require specific strength to weight ratios the ability to store and release energy and a predictable flex pattern.