RMAX and the Environment

RMAX and the Environment

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is highly energy efficient. The energy saved over the lifetime of an EPS insulation panel in reduced heating demand more than compensates for the raw material used in its production.

The effective application of EPS insulation could cut carbon dioxide emissions by up to 50% and the energy used in its manufacture is recovered within six months by the energy saved in the buildings in which it is installed.

RMAX EPS products do not contain ozone depleting substances and none is used in its manufacture.

RMAX is committed to the responsible use of EPS and the promotion of its superior thermal insulative qualities for buildings to lower their energy requirements and impact on the environment.

Recycling EPS

EPS products are recyclable. We have established our own recycling facilities in all our plants throughout Australia.

RMAX is a member of PACIA (Plastics and Chemical Industries Association) and helped establish the EPS industry group RESPA (Recycling Expanded Polystyrene Australia). RMAX through REPSA play a major role in facilitating the collection and recycling of EPS in Australia.

Energy Efficient Manufacture

The manufacture of EPS is a low pollution process. Steam is the key ingredient and the water is used many times. There is no waste in production as all off-cuts or rejects are re-used.