- The new EPS factory has relocated from Gateshead where it has been since 2001.
- The Sunde Group employs 450 staff across 18 sites.
- EPS is used in thermal insulation for construction and structural blocks for civil engineering.
- All sites are accredited to BS EN ISO 9001:2015.
New EPS Factory in Corby
The new EPS manufacturing facility in Corby, Northamptonshire, represents the Sunde Group's largest single investment in the UK. This advanced production site has been relocated from Gateshead, where it operated since 2001. The move aims to enhance production capacity for the construction, housebuilding, and civil engineering markets.
Strategic Investment
Bertil Sunde, Vice-President of the Sunde Group, emphasized the company's commitment to long-term strategic development in the UK market. This significant investment underscores the group's confidence in the UK market and aims to bolster its position as a leading European Expanded Polystyrene supplier.
Applications of EPS
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is a lightweight insulant widely used in thermal insulation for construction and as structural blocks in civil engineering. Colin Morrow, UK General Manager, highlighted that EPS and XPS are durable insulation materials that repel water while maintaining strength and thermal performance.
Employment and Quality Standards
The Sunde Group employs 450 staff across 18 sites, providing comprehensive technical and R&D support. The new facility in Corby will create local jobs and foster a tight-knit team. All sites are accredited to the global Quality Management Standard BS EN ISO 9001:2015, ensuring a commitment to quality. Additionally, the company operates under the EC Eco Management and Audit Scheme (EMAS) to maintain continuous environmental improvements.
