Filcor EPS
Expanded Polystyrene blocks / sheets suitable for use as a lightweight structural fill or void former. The product has a number of variables including length, depth, width and compressive strength.
The procedure for installing Filcor sheets/ blocks is straightforward but the following points should be adhered to:
- Filcor should be positioned on a firm level surface, with joints between individual sheets/ blocks, staggered where possible.
- If the depth of Filcor required exceeds the maximum individual sheet/block depth of 1200 mm, then further layers can be added to achieve the total depth required. It is suggested that each layer is installed perpendicular to the previous one in order to distribute load as equally as possible.
- Where there is a requirement to cut the Filcor sheets/ blocks, this can be carried out using a fine toothed saw, or alternatively a hot wire cutter: consult manufacturer for hire service details.
Further information on the procedure for installing Filcor is provided in the Installation Guide, available for download from the manufacturer's website.
The versatility of Filcor means that any shape, size or profile can be manufactured with relatively short lead times. In addition, a range of materials of increasing compressive strengths are available to meet the loading requirements of the application, whilst also providing the most cost effective solution. It is available in a range of grades to meet the requirements of BS EN 13163: 2012.
Features and benefits:
- A range of compressive strengths available.
- Lightweight and easy to handle.
- Available as standard sheets or blocks.
- Can be profiled to customer requirements.
- Provides a high degree of insulation.
- Flame retardant (FR) properties.
Application:
The procedure for installing Filcor sheets/ blocks is straightforward but the following points should be adhered to:
- Filcor should be positioned on a firm level surface, with joints between individual sheets/ blocks, staggered where possible.
- If the depth of Filcor required exceeds the maximum individual sheet/block depth of 1200 mm, then further layers can be added to achieve the total depth required. It is suggested that each layer is installed perpendicular to the previous one in order to distribute load as equally as possible.
- Where there is a requirement to cut the Filcor sheets/ blocks, this can be carried out using a fine toothed saw, or alternatively a hot wire cutter: consult manufacturer for hire service details.
Further information on the procedure for installing Filcor is provided in the Installation Guide, available for download from the manufacturer's website.
Color | White |
Features | Lightweight and easy to handle, available as standard sheets or blocks, can be profiled to customer requirements, provides a high degree of insulation, fire retardant version available |
Material | Expanded polystyrene (EPS) |
Shape | Rectangular |
Size | 2400 x 1200 mm x Required Depth |
Uniclass 2015 | |
CAWS | D41/110 Timber crib walls D41/120 Precast reinforced concrete crib walls D41/210 Gabions D41/215 Trapions D41/230 Bastions |
Product Reference | Filcor 20Filcor 45Filcor 70Filcor 90Filcor 100Filcor 120Filcor 140Filcor 160Filcor 190 |
Standard | BS EN 13163:2012 |
Fire performance | Euroclass E (Flame Retardant) |
Compressive strength (minimum) at 10% compression | 20 kPa at 1% compression, 70 kPa at 10% compression45 kPa at 1% compression, 100 kPa at 10% compression70 kPa at 1% compression, 150 kPa at 10% compression90 kPa at 1% compression, 200 kPa at 10% compression100 kPa at 1% compression, 250 kPa at 10% compression120 kPa at 1% compression, 300 kPa at 10% compression140 kPa at 1% compression, 350 kPa at 10% compression160 kPa at 1% compression, 400 kPa at 10% compression190 kPa at 1% compression, 500 kPa at 10% compression |
ThermalConductivity | 0.038 +W/mK0.036 +W/mK0.035 +W/mK0.034 +W/mK0.033 +W/mK |
Thickness | 25 mm (minimum) to 1200 mm (maximum). |
Cross breaking strength | 115 kPa, shear strength: 55 kPa150 kPa, shear strength: 75 kPa200 kPa, shear strength: 100 kPa250 kPa, shear strength: 125 kPa350 kPa, shear strength: 170 kPa450 kPa, shear strength: 225 kPa525 kPa, shear strength: 260 kPa600 kPa, shear strength: 300 kPa750 kPa, shear strength: 375 kPa |
Nominal density | 15 kg/m³20 kg/m³25 kg/m³30 kg/m³35 kg/m³40 kg/m³45 kg/m³50 kg/m³55 kg/m³ |
Standard product features | Colour: White. Features: A range of compressive strengths available, lightweight and easy to handle, available as standard sheets or blocks and can be profiled to customer requirements. Provides a high degree of insulation and has flame retardant (FR) properties. Material: Expanded polystyrene (EPS). Shape: Standard sheets or blocks. Bespoke sizes available on request. Size: Maximum dimensions: 2440 x 1200 x 1200 mm. Can also be supplied with bespoke dimensions/ profiles upon request. Recyclability: Expanded polystyrene (EPS) can be recycled. Country of origin: United Kingdom. |
Recyclability | Expanded polystyrene (EPS) can be recycled |
| Platform | Compatible | Version | Certified to |
|---|---|---|---|
 IFC | IFC2X3 | 2 | 1.3 |
 Revit | Revit 2016 | 5 | 2.0 |