The exceptional robustness of Dow Styrofoam™ LB™ extruded polystyrene (XPS) rigid insulation and long-term thermal performance helps to ensure energy efficiency in a wide range of residential and commercial construction applications.

In cold stores the proper design of the floor system is critical to avoid the bending and cracking problems which can occur in inadequately designed low temperature floor systems. Floor designs must be able to withstand the high floor loadings present in low temperature facilities.