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MgO (Magnesium Oxide boards) have changed the construction sector. Even though they have been used for centuries, they are still not commonly known. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/p>\nThe structural facings used by TUFF+ are normally MgO (Magnesium Oxide) boards, which have a long history and are explained below.<\/p>\n
SIP Interior insulation can be a wide range of rigid insulative foams or materials including:<\/p>\n
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- Polyisocyanurate (polyiso) is a rigid, closed-cell foam insulation widely used in commercial and residential building construction, known for its high thermal efficiency, fire resistance, and moisture resistance.<\/li>\n
- PU – Polyurethane<\/li>\n
- Rockwool insulation, also known as stone wool or mineral wool, is a type of thermal insulation made from molten rock and recycled slag, offering excellent fire resistance, sound absorption, and durability.<\/li>\n
- XPS insulation, or extruded polystyrene, is a rigid, closed-cell foam insulation material<\/li>\n
- EPS or extruded Polystyrene is very commonly used as SIP insulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
SIP panels are pre-fabricated in a high tech
factory and shipped to the construction site, where they can be quickly assembled to form a tight, energy-efficient building envelope.<\/p>\nThere are now many types of SIP – TUFF+ focuses on MgO structural sides because of their strength and benefits.<\/p>\n
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SIPs are prefabricated systems used primarily for walls and roofs.<\/p>\n
SIPs employ composite materials, reduce waste through modular construction methods, achieve high insulation values, and may be used instead of many conventional building methods. It can be used in construction as a fireproof wall and a TUFF+ SIP module can be installed by two workers:
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- Speed \u200b\u200bof implementation \u2013 in accordance with the principle of “time is money”, using SIPs is a modern method of erecting buildings, reducing costs and limiting the duration of the construction process.<\/li>\n
- Extended construction season \u2013 because there is no need for cement and plasters, construction in winter is possible<\/li>\n
- More usable area \u2013 thinner walls and better thermal parameters allow for up to 10% more usable area compared to traditional materials<\/li>\n
- Energy efficiency \u2013 lower building operating costs by approx. 40% compared to a traditional building<\/li>\n
- Fire safety – greater fire safety of the building structure compared to traditional frame construction<\/li>\n
- Tightness of structural partitions \u2013 an important element in the standard of energy-efficient and passive houses, which has a significant impact on energy consumption<\/li>\n
- Healthy construction material \u2013 wall and structure cladding made of MgO Green boards is a barrier against the formation of mold and fungi and protects against rot and moisture<\/li>\n
- Lower investment costs \u2013 shorter implementation time, no material losses on construction site<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Structural Panels were first invented in the early 1940s
Famous American architect Frank Lloyd Wright was exceptionally innovative and introduced the idea of SIPs to incorporate beauty and simplicity to build cost-effective homes.<\/p>\nAlden B. Dow, an architecture student of Frank LloydWright, experimented further with the concept of structural panels. He had concerns about energy efficiency and was fearful over depleting natural recourses. He sought to create a structural panel with an insulated core and is generally credited with creating the first structural insulated panel.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The first foam core SIPs were created in 1952<\/p>\n
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- In the early 1990\u2019s advanced computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technology was developed
that allowed cutting machines to fabricate SIPs to match a building\u2019s
specific design.<\/li>\n - Since 2000, the market for SIPs has been growing, driven by increasing demand for energy-efficient and sustainable construction materials.<\/li>\n
- There is an organization that guides SIP development in North America: https:\/\/www.sips.org\/frequently-asked-questions-about-sips<\/a><\/li>\n
- Today, SIPs offer a high-tech solution for residential and nonresidential buildings, including multistory building applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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In the context of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), “MgO” refers to Magnesium Oxide board, which is a material used as\u00a0 SIP sheathing side layers, providing superior fire resistance, water resistance, and durability compared to traditional materials like OSB (Oriented Strand Board which is like Plywood)<\/p>\n
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Brief History of Magnesium Oxide Boards<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n
<\/p>\n - Today, SIPs offer a high-tech solution for residential and nonresidential buildings, including multistory building applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- In the early 1990\u2019s advanced computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technology was developed
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