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What is the insulation material polystyrene made from?

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Petroleum

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In composite thermal insulation systems the panels are  onto the substrate of the  . The adhesive is applied either with a combination of , or  with a  trowel, and the panels are bonded with . The panels are then additionally  : a minimum of  dowels per  , but not more than  ). Arranging panels so that the corners of openings in masonry are in the  of a panel is recommended.

Butt and wall joints are grouted with  fabric strips and  , and sealed, after which  can be applied.

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What must be borne in mind in processing fossil-based insulation materials such as EPS panels, so as to avoid health hazards?

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How are EPS and XPS panels mainly disposed of?

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They are disposed of at a landfill or incinerated.

They are biologically degradable.

They are re-used as insulation panels.

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