Expol Tuff-Pod

Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pods are an excellent fast, simple and cost effective underslab insulator.

Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pod creates a fast, simple and cost effective floor
Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pod insulates the slab from the ground below
Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pod reduces heating costs - keeps homes cozy and warm
Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pods are manufactured "TUFF" to withstand harsh conditions
Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pod means concrete can be barrowed or pumped.

Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pods are available in 2 different sizes

1100 x 1100 x 220mm Thick
1200 x 1200 x 200mm Thick

Expol also produce Solid Pods

1100 x 1100 x 220mm Thick
1200 x 1200 x 300mm Thick
1800 x 1200 x 200mm Thick

TUFF- POD Installation

STAGE 1 Clear and level the site. A footprint of the building site can be outlined and a layer of fines spread over the area. Construct and erect the boxing and lay the damp proof membrane over the fines. Plumbing and services go in at this stage.

STAGE 2 The site is now ready for placement of Expol Polystyrene TUFF PODS, in conjunction with the Expol universal spacer. Pods are placed 300mm in from the perimeter boxing and 100mm apart over the floor area, or as recommended in the engineers schedule. Reinforcing steel is layed around the perimeter and between the pods. Steel mesh is then layed over the pods using bar stools where necessary.

STAGE 3 The site is now ready for the pouring of concrete, which can be pumped or barrowed. The concrete should bevibrated andscreeded as per normal practice and adequate curing time should be allowed. Remove the boxing after curing.

Expol Polystyrene Tuff-Pod two way spacer