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Materials: Section of Non-metallic Materials, FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND NATURAL SCIENCES, University of Zenica , Zenica , Bosnia and Herzegovina
In this work, I aim to examine the various influences of process parameters on the physical and mechanical properties of extruded polystyrene (XPS). Since XPS belongs to the group of thermoplastic polymers, its properties are significantly affected by thermal treatment, particularly temperature and pressure. However, in addition to these key factors, this paper also seeks to interpret the influence of other parameters. Production, sampling, parameter monitoring, and sample testing were conducted in the production facility and the laboratory for construction materials within the TEMAX BH d.o.o. company. The findings of this research are expected to provide valuable insights into optimizing manufacturing conditions to enhance XPS performance, thereby improving material efficiency and expanding its potential applications in the construction and insulation industries.
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