"Panelite" is a laminated panel using S class expanded polystyrene (E.P.S.) as a core. S class polystyrene has a fire retarding additive and will not carry flame. When tested in accordance with A.S.1530, part 3,1982, on the spread of flame index (0-10) the material was rated "0", (source: E.P.S. AWTA test report No. 9.96156)
Toxicity is less harmful than that of burning wood and other conventional building materials. (C.S.I.R.O. Report)
E.P.S. is expanded polystyrene, a downstream petrochemical product from styrene monomer, which in turn is made from benzine and ethylene in a weight ratio of three parts to one. Expanded polystyrene consists of in excess of 96% air and is therefore an excellent, lightweight insulation material.
"Panelite" can be manufactured in a variety of sizes but is commonly 1200mm wide and any common length up to 6 metres. It can be tapered on the edges and can be fixed and finished the same as plasterboard.
"Panelite" Advantages
LIGHTWEIGHT - easy to install, store and transport
excellent thermal resistance
low moisture vapour transmission rate
dimensionally stable
labour and energy saving
"Panelite" Applications
private dwellings
stores
showrooms
reception areas
offices
schools
kit homes
Polystyrene is the ultimate lightweight insulation material and has been used extensively in the building industry in Australia and overseas for more than 25 years. No, finally, "Panelite" offers the perfect lightweight substitute to plasterboard!
