Category | Food contact material
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A talk with the new EUMEPS Managing Director: the future of EPS in Europe
Jürgen gives his vision of the future of EPS in Europe
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Mission Is-possible: Industry focuses fight against beach litter
It is never good to see EPS on beaches, regardless of where it originates.
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EPS or not EPS
Is it EPS or is it not EPS? That is a very good question. Because of this, we have recently published an infographic to explain this.
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EPS, XPS, Styropor, Styrofoam? Keep your plastics straight, please!
European media and politicians seem confused when it comes to EPS.
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EPS helps fishermen get their catch
EPS boxes offers excellent packaging for live worms, helping fisherman find more pleasure in their hobby.
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EPS fish boxes keep fish fresh from port to market
Their light weight, combined with superior thermal insulation properties, reduces the need for cooling.