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Reinforced Thermoplastic Composite

Technical Data Sheet

ASC-Expanded Polystyrene Sandwich Panels

Description ASC Expanded Polystyrene Sandwich Panels are high performance construction panels comprised of a
Reinforced Thermoplastic Composite skin bonded to an EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) core.

Thanks to its various benefits, particularly its high thermal insulation, extreme resistance to impact, and superior
strength-to-weight ratio, ASC EPS panels can be used in various applications.

Suggested Applications Homes/cottages/offices Field hospitals/clean rooms

Shelters Industrial doors
Mobile construction (toilet, trailers)

Benefits High thermal insulation Durable, resistant to moisture, corrosion,

o R 4.35 per inch (25.4mm) Tolerant rust, environmental and chemical factors
to temperatures between -40F & insect resistant/ resistant to fungus & mold
+212F (-40C & +100C)
o ideal for areas at risk of flooding
Extremely light, easy and rapid installation:
and for the applications in field
o A 4in. panel (101mm) thick 4ftx8ft
(1219mm x 2438mm) panel weighs hospitals or clean rooms
57lb (28.85kg) o No maintenance required
o A 1000 ft (93m) house could be Highly resistant to extreme loads caused by
constructed in two days by 4 high winds or seism
individuals and with minimal 100% non-toxic and environmentally friendly
equipment
skin
Very high impact resistance
Skin does not propagate fire or emit toxic
o No penetration noticed after
gas as per MVSS302/NFPA102 standard
undergoing Missile Impact Test FBC
Panels can to be used in exterior, interior
TAS 201 - ideal for hurricane zones
walls, partitions, flooring, roofing, etc
with high risk of flying debris
No adherence of snow and ice
Availability Fabricated in unlimited length & up to 8.7 ft
(2.64m) wide
Skin thickness varies between 0.02 (.5mm) Add-Ons Pre-Fab: surface color, anti-UV,
and 5/64 (2mm) anti-slip, fire retardant coating
Overall thickness of up to 4 (100mm) and as Add-Ons Post-Fab: paint, cement, brick
little as 1/2 (12mm)
Fabrication rate: up to 10ftl (3ml) per minute
Environmental
& Health Concerns Our products are recyclable and 100% non-toxic in production, application and service

AS Composite Inc.
835, Bancroft ave.
Pointe-Claire, QC Dont forget to ask us about our buy-back program!
H9R 4L6
Tel: (514) 697-2828
Fax: (514)697-5526
The ratings and data contained herein are based on information obtained through experimental laboratory testing. They are offered in good faith, however without guarantee
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to individual results, as the customers applications, requirements, conditions and methods of use are beyond our control. We recommend that the customer determine the
suitability of these materials before adopting them for its own use

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Reinforced Thermoplastic Composite

Performance Data Sheet

EPS Sandwich Panels

Physical & Mechanical Properties of Skin Material based on 0.078 in. (2mm) thick

Test Type Mean Value Standard

Glass Content 60%
Young Modulus 1885000psi (13000 Mpa)
ASTM D 638-96
Tension Strength 43500 psi (300 Mpa)
Tensile Elongation 2.9%
Flexural Tangent Modulus 1740000psi
ASTM D 790-96
Flexural Strength 39875psi (275 Mpa)
Compressive Strength 20300 psi (140 Mpa) ASTM 695-96 (modified)
Notched Izod 29.98 ft-lb/ in (1600 J/M) ASTM D 256-93
Impact Multi-Axial 86.61in/sec 28.76 ft-lb (39 J)
(2.2m/sec)
ASTM D 3763-95 (4 layers)
Multi-Axial Impact 86.61in/sec 31.72 ft-lb (43 J)
(2.2m/sec)
Specific Gravity 1.49 ASTM D 792-91
Shore D Hardness 77 ASTM D 2240-97
Heat Deflection 311F (155C) ASTM D 3763-95
Ultra-Violet Test No important loss of mechanical or
physical Properties notes
ASTM G26
Ultra Violet Test (onsite Arizona) No important loss of mechanical or
physical Properties notes no color ASTM G7-96 & ASTM G24-94
change
Physical & Mechanical Properties of Core Material

Test Type Mean Value Standards

Thermal Resistance R-4.35 (RSI-.74) ASTM d C518 C177 For 1in. (25.4mm
thick)
Vapor Permeability 0.62 perm (35.0 ng/Pa/s/m) ASTM E96 For 1in. (25.4mm) thick
Dimensional Stability 0.17% ASTM D2126 For 1.5in. (38mm) thick
Compression Strength 30.60psi (210kpa) ASTM D1621For 1.5in. (38mm) thick
Flexion Strength 76.30psi (525kpa) ASTM C203
Water Absorption 1.00% ASTM 2842 For 1.5in. (38mm) thick
Flame Propagation 140 ASTM E84 :5 CAN .4-S102.2M: 1.40
Thermal Resistance 100% Warranty
guaranteed by supplier for
minimum 20 years

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