Foamed Glass Aggregate (FGA) is a lightweight fill and insulation alternative that has been widely used in Europe over the past three decades for roadway, commercial, and residential construction. Beneficial properties of this material include a low unit weight, good insulating values, high friction angle, non-reactive behavior, volume stability, and porosity. Additionally, FGA is made from 100% recycled glass and has an attractive carbon and energy footprint compared to other lightweight fill and insulation options. This presentation will cover the history, manufacturing, engineering properties, application areas, and design considerations
for foamed glass aggregate. Several brief case studies will be described and will focus on recent projects installed in the U.S.
Theresa Loux is the Technical Manager for AeroAggregates where her primary responsibilities include overseeing Aero’s quality control program and technical documentation, education and outreach efforts, and engineering support.