betterBRACE Sustainable Building Products
As businesses increasingly embrace sustainable practices, the use of renewable and recycled materials is essential for meeting environmental goals as part of CSR practices, with the demand for eco-friendly building materials rising. One of the latest products from the saveBOARD sustainable product range, betterBRACE, meets this demand, utilising 100% upcycled materials to create structural composite panels.
We will delve into the features, benefits, and applications of betterBRACE, showcasing how it promotes sustainable building practices and supports a circular economy.
betterBRACE Rigid Air Barrier
betterBRACE is a semi-permeable, cost-effective, and low-carbon material designed for residential properties and multi-story projects. Made from upcycled everyday packaging waste, betterBRACE significantly reduces reliance on virgin resources, diverting tons of plastic from landfills. It serves as an external bracing element and a rigid air barrier, providing a strong and reliable solution, particularly in areas with significant wind pressure. It also minimises air leakage within the building envelope, eliminating the need for additional bracing materials.
By streamlining the construction process, betterBRACE reduces heating and cooling demands, enhancing energy efficiency, and lowering operational costs and the environmental footprint.
Applications of betterBRACE
betterBRACE is a versatile building material suitable for a range of projects, from individual residential properties to large-scale apartment complexes. Designed as an exterior bracing element and a rigid air barrier, it excels in high wind zones and projects requiring enhanced wind resistance. Its integration into various wall cladding systems provides a robust and sustainable underlayment. With a material Group 3 fire rating, betterBRACE offers comprehensive performance.
Sustainability of betterBRACE
betterBRACE marks a significant advancement towards a more sustainable future for the construction industry. Made from 100% upcycled materials, it extends the lifecycle of products destined for landfill. Its embodied energy is substantially lower than traditional building materials, reducing embodied energy by -2.7 kgCO2 eq/sqm. The shredded and compressed composite packaging is produced without harmful glues, resins, or other materials, decreasing reliance on virgin resources. When used alongside saveBOARD products, builders and developers can achieve their sustainability goals without compromising performance.
Manufactured in New Zealand for exclusive use in Australia and New Zealand, betterBRACE enhances building energy efficiency, lowers operational costs, and reduces carbon footprint. Its compliance with relevant standards assures builders and developers of its quality.
If you are planning, designing, or building a new project prioritising sustainability, betterBRACE offers a high-quality product solution.
About Mulford
For 78 years, Mulford has been providing high-quality products and pioneering numerous products throughout the Asia Pacific region. Mulford's materials are utilised across various dynamic industries, including Building and Construction, Corporate Signage, Shop-fitting, Engineering, Mass Transportation, Digital Printing, Electrical, and Electronics.
To learn more about betterBrace and how to implement them in your project, contact us today.