But [HowToMechatronics] knew that the polystyrene foam blocks he’d be using would easily yield to a hot nichrome wire, minimizing the cutting forces and the need for a stout frame. But the ...

Polystyrene foam is still being sold in the state of California despite a ban that went into effect on Jan. 1, 2025. (Susanne Rust/Los Angeles Times) Same with the restaurant supply shop KaTom ...

Hawaii Off Grid is using foam scraps to make insulated blocks for housing—a solution that's actually stronger and more energy ...

The report by Oceana warns plastic foam, which used to be formally called expanded polystyrene and is sometimes referred to as Styrofoam, has become an “ever-present part of modern life”.

“‘Away’ is a landfill about two blocks from here ... but there are fees to recycle universal waste, polystyrene foam and stretch wrap. For a full list of accepted materials, visit ...