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. Global leader in eps surfboard blanks. 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 surfboard foam is a lighter slightly more buoyant option that can feel lively in the right conditions. White in color available at most building supplies and can sometimes be found in large blocks does not delaminate easily.

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. Expanded polystyrene eps foam is also known as beaded foam and features a closed cell core. Our eps foam is much more durable lighter and stronger than traditional polyurethane foam.

Eps expanded polystyrene. Eps expanded polystyrene had been toyed around with by a few select shapers but it. 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. Our eps foam is 100 recyclable more durable safer to shape and better performing.

This is the first step in building a surfboard. 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. Us blanks surf specific eps is designed for performance in the water and predictability in the shaping bay. 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.

In front of the block is a hotwire cutter which will be used to cut the block in half. 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. Eps surfboards are the most environmentally sustainable choice. Can tear little beads out when shaping must be vented absorbs water if surfboard is damaged open cell foam xps extruded polystyrene.

The block is 8 ft tall 4 ft wide and 3 ft deep. Each blank is made to order and available with custom rocker and glue ups. Expanded polystyrene eps surfboard blanks.