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Expanded Polystyrene

EPS Fishboxes

Light, strong, cool solutions for the fish supply chain

EPS is 98% air
EPS is 100% recyclable

Publications

Use the links below to download each of our publications.

Thermal Performance Report for Small Fish Boxes
Thermal Performance Report for Large Fish Boxes
Fish Box life cycle analysis across European markets, 2012
Life Cycle Assessment comparing three fishbox solutions – full report from Price Waterhouse Coopers for EuMEPS, 2011
US EPS Toolkit on the Environmental Profile Analysis
Price Waterhouse Coopers study of three fishbox types
Ecopse Publication on EPS Packaging Serving the Cold Chain
EPS Briefing for applications in the Building and Construction sector
Fish boxes made from EPS expanded polystyrene airpop keep fish fresh for longer

    Why use EPS?

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop gives outstanding impact resistance
    Tough

    The 2% polystyrene cellular matrix gives outstanding impact resistance

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop is insoluble and non-hygroscopic
    Waterproof

    EPS is insoluble and non-hygroscopic

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop is hygienic
    Hygienic & Safe

    EPS is non-toxic, chemically inert, and fungi and bacteria cannot grow on it

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop is a low-cost solution
    Economic

    Highly efficient manufacture and localised production units mean EPS is a low-cost, proven solution

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop keeps fish safe and eradicates waste
    Insulating

    Unique insulation performance keeps fish safe and eradicates waste

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop uses clean manufacturing technologie
    Low Carbon

    Clean manufacturing technologies mean minimal energy and water inputs with no production waste

  • Styrene for EPS expanded polystyrene airpop is abundant in natural products
    Natural

    Styrene for EPS is a byproduct of refining but is also abundant in natural products

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop is 98% air
    Lightweight

    EPS is effectively 98% air, minimising weight impacts in transportation

  • EPS expanded polystyrene airpop packaging is easily recyclable
    Recyclable

    EPS packaging is easily recyclable where facilities exist

Sustainable fishing industry well supported by recyclable EPS fish boxes sustainable fishing industry well supported by recyclable EPS expanded polystyrene fish boxes

Thanks to its unique properties EPS has been preferred for over 50 years in multiple applications, including fish boxes
A day in the life of a Fishbox A day in the life of an expanded polystyrene (EPS) airpop Fishbox

This film exposes the secret life of the polystyrene fish box and its role in protecting the fish landed at UK ports and fish farms every year
Marine litter: the facts Marine litter: the facts. Preventing and removing litter from the marine environment will require coordinated global action

Preventing and removing litter from the marine environment will require coordinated global action. Learn about potential solutions

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EUMEPS

EUMEPS is the association for European Manufacturers of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)EUMEPS is the association for European Manufacturers of Expanded Polystyrene. It represents converters of expandable polystyrene (EPS) to lobby and promote their interests in Europe. EUMEPS navigates the political and regulatory landscape in Europe and ensure that our voice is heard and the benefits of EPS as a construction and packaging material is understood.

EUMEPS’s vision as an association is simple: “To present a unified industry with a strong image and powerful voice”. This is done by providing a comprehensive service to all our members, allowing them to benefit from collective resources, knowledge and expertise in strategic areas of relevance to the industry.

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