INFLUENCE OF PROCESS PARAMETERS ON THE PHYSICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF EXTRUDED POLYSTYRENE

<p>In this work, I aim to examine the various influences of process parameters on the physical and<br />mechanical properties of extruded polystyrene. Since XPS belongs to the group of thermoplastic<br />polymers, its properties are significantly affected by thermal treatment, particularly temperature<br />and pressure. However, in addition to these key factors, this paper also aims to examine the<br />impact of other parameters. Production, sampling, parameter monitoring, and sample testing<br />were conducted in the production facility and the laboratory for construction materials within the<br />TEMAX BH d.o.o. company. The findings of this research are expected to provide valuable insights<br />into optimizing manufacturing conditions to enhance XPS performance, thereby improving<br />material efficiency and expanding its potential applications in the construction and insulation<br />industries.</p>