Eps Foam Blocks For Surfboards

Eps expanded polystyrene.

Eps foam blocks for surfboards.

Eps expanded polystyrene had been toyed around with by a few select shapers but it. Us blanks surf specific eps is designed for performance in the water and predictability in the shaping bay. 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. Expanded polystyrene eps a version of polystyrene that features small foam balls in a close.

Can tear little beads out when shaping must be vented absorbs water if surfboard is damaged open cell foam xps extruded polystyrene. Global leader in eps surfboard blanks. It is an extremely light and buoyant material and very difficult to shape by hand. Expanded polystyrene eps surfboard blanks.

As a result surfboards made out of eps foam are usually molded by shaping machines. 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. 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.

In front of the block is a hotwire cutter which will be used to cut the block in half. Our eps foam is 100 recyclable more durable safer to shape and better performing. We supply surfboard builders with first quality foam blanks made entirely in the usa. This is the first step in building a surfboard.

The expanded polystyrene eps foam block supplied by insulation corporation of america will make about 15 boards. The block is 8 ft tall 4 ft wide and 3 ft deep. Eps surfboards are the most environmentally sustainable choice. Expanded polystyrene eps foam is also known as beaded foam and features a closed cell core.

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. 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. Yep it s a close version of eps which is gaining momentum as an alternative to traditional polyurethane foam the material most surfboard blanks have been made out of since the mid 1950s.