Styrofoam: The Only Cups in CL
Feb 20, 2014 | 9:41 am
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OP: Unfortunately, you are blaming the wrong product (or brand) in this case. Styrofoam (aka Blueboard) is a brand name of extruded polystyrene foam (XPS), commonly used for insulation in the roofing, wall panel, and other assorted construction industries (among many other uses). I believe what you are referring to are the white foam cups made of expanded polystyrene (EPS), which is a different material altogether. EPS is certainly not trademark protected by a large, multinational corporation to cover itself in cases of libel/slander/defamation.
I would suggest you know the substance you're complaining about before posting your hatred and distaste for a product that, chances are, you've benefitted from today... Without even knowing it. The link provided below should help explain things if I've negated to do so:
http://building.dow.com/na/en/produc.../rigidfoam.htm
I would suggest you know the substance you're complaining about before posting your hatred and distaste for a product that, chances are, you've benefitted from today... Without even knowing it. The link provided below should help explain things if I've negated to do so:
http://building.dow.com/na/en/produc.../rigidfoam.htm
I've never heard of anyone call it an EPS cup.
If you ask 1,000 people, I'd wager 990 would call it either a styrofoam cup or just a foam cup.
Feb 20, 2014 | 10:55 am
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Feb 20, 2014 | 4:27 pm
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OP: Unfortunately, you are blaming the wrong product (or brand) in this case. Styrofoam (aka Blueboard) is a brand name of extruded polystyrene foam (XPS), commonly used for insulation in the roofing, wall panel, and other assorted construction industries (among many other uses). I believe what you are referring to are the white foam cups made of expanded polystyrene (EPS), which is a different material altogether. EPS is certainly not trademark protected by a large, multinational corporation to cover itself in cases of libel/slander/defamation.
I would suggest you know the substance you're complaining about before posting your hatred and distaste for a product that, chances are, you've benefitted from today... Without even knowing it. The link provided below should help explain things if I've negated to do so:
http://building.dow.com/na/en/produc.../rigidfoam.htm
I would suggest you know the substance you're complaining about before posting your hatred and distaste for a product that, chances are, you've benefitted from today... Without even knowing it. The link provided below should help explain things if I've negated to do so:
http://building.dow.com/na/en/produc.../rigidfoam.htm
In the United States and Canada, the word styrofoam refers to expanded (not extruded) polystyrene foam, such as disposable coffee cups, coolers, or cushioning material in packaging, which are typically white and are made of expanded polystyrene beads.[1] The term is used generically although it is a different material from the extruded polystyrene used for Styrofoam insulation
I would suggest you know the material you are trying to educate people from incorrectly complaining about.
Feb 20, 2014 | 5:59 pm
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Feb 20, 2014 | 6:06 pm
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Ahh... to be wrong and misinform others.
In the United States and Canada, the word styrofoam refers to expanded (not extruded) polystyrene foam, such as disposable coffee cups, coolers, or cushioning material in packaging, which are typically white and are made of expanded polystyrene beads.[1] The term is used generically although it is a different material from the extruded polystyrene used for Styrofoam insulation
I would suggest you know the material you are trying to educate people from incorrectly complaining about.
In the United States and Canada, the word styrofoam refers to expanded (not extruded) polystyrene foam, such as disposable coffee cups, coolers, or cushioning material in packaging, which are typically white and are made of expanded polystyrene beads.[1] The term is used generically although it is a different material from the extruded polystyrene used for Styrofoam insulation
I would suggest you know the material you are trying to educate people from incorrectly complaining about.
Styrofoam is a brand name. Trademarked and patented, at that. Styrofoam is not made from EPS, which the white foam cups are. You even stated that in your post. Styrofoam is made from XPS.
I do know the material I'm talking about. And I would suggest that those who passionately dislike a product know what they're referring to when making derogatory comments about health issues arising from its use.
Perhaps an archival snapshot of Dow's website can explain it better.
http://web.archive.org/web/200803241...ofoam/what.htm
Feb 20, 2014 | 7:18 pm
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I was absolutely wrong! I do apologize (great call out on the poor choice to quote Wikipedia).
I incorrectly called you out, again apologize and will crawl back to the hole I decided to pop my head out from.
P.S. I was really proud of myself for an hour or so.
I incorrectly called you out, again apologize and will crawl back to the hole I decided to pop my head out from.
P.S. I was really proud of myself for an hour or so.
Feb 20, 2014 | 7:33 pm
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Aside from the potential carcinogens (which I disregard as you do) - add me to the list of first world complainers: Foam cups have a weird texture which nobody wants to put their lips on (were lids available?). They also just give off a "cheap" vibe. I wouldn't expect them to be the only option in the CL.
Feb 20, 2014 | 11:00 pm
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Recycling foam products
Although not available everywhere, a growing number of locations accept polystyrene (PS) foam for recycling. Below is one resource to find a recycling location.
http://www.dart.biz/recycle
http://www.dart.biz/recycle
Feb 21, 2014 | 4:11 am
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Feb 23, 2014 | 7:15 am
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Feb 23, 2014 | 10:51 am
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This and the polystyrene foam discussion might be a candidate for this thread:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...r-version.html
Although I agree not having the real thing is classless. Perhaps the dishwasher was broken that day or feel like doing dishes and the attendant didn't want to fess up.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...r-version.html
Although I agree not having the real thing is classless. Perhaps the dishwasher was broken that day or feel like doing dishes and the attendant didn't want to fess up.
Feb 23, 2014 | 3:28 pm
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This and the polystyrene foam discussion might be a candidate for this thread:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...r-version.html
Although I agree not having the real thing is classless. Perhaps the dishwasher was broken that day or feel like doing dishes and the attendant didn't want to fess up.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...r-version.html
Although I agree not having the real thing is classless. Perhaps the dishwasher was broken that day or feel like doing dishes and the attendant didn't want to fess up.
Feb 23, 2014 | 3:44 pm
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There is a FI that I stay in on business fairly regularly. When I pack to go there I include both a ceramic mug and a glass glass in my bag. I dislike drinking out of the <whatever they are made of> coffee cups they offer, and the plastic glasses in the room (for other beverages; water, scotch, whatever). It's not a big deal, just one of the little things in life that make each day just a tad more civilized.
So I understand the OP's pain. Glad to hear the GM got things straightened out, and that your trip improved.
So I understand the OP's pain. Glad to hear the GM got things straightened out, and that your trip improved.
Feb 23, 2014 | 7:12 pm
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This and the polystyrene foam discussion might be a candidate for this thread:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...r-version.html
Although I agree not having the real thing is classless. Perhaps the dishwasher was broken that day or feel like doing dishes and the attendant didn't want to fess up.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...r-version.html
Although I agree not having the real thing is classless. Perhaps the dishwasher was broken that day or feel like doing dishes and the attendant didn't want to fess up.
Feb 24, 2014 | 12:37 pm
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