In recent years, there has been a growing global emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly practices, extending into the construction industry. One notable innovation making waves in this sector is the AgriBioPanelTM, developed by Strawcture Eco. This revolutionary building material leverages the abundance of agricultural waste, specifically straw, to create environmentally friendly composite panels.
Why Straw?
Straw, often discarded as waste after the harvest of crops like wheat, rice, sugarcane, and coconut, has become a valuable resource for Strawcture Eco. In India alone, around 140 million tons of straw are burned annually. The company aims to transform this agricultural byproduct into a sustainable building material, addressing both environmental concerns and supporting the livelihoods of farmers.
Proven Eco-Friendly Building Material:
Straw, as the primary component of AgriBioPanels, boasts several eco-friendly features that have stood the test of time:
Thermal Insulation: With five times the insulation value of a brick-mortar wall, straw provides natural and effective thermal insulation.
AgriBioPanel Features:
AgriBioPanels are compressed agrifiber panels, comprising over 90% straw and a proprietary binding adhesive. These panels, available in three grades and thicknesses ranging from 8mm to 35mm, exhibit a range of exceptional features:
- Fire Retardant: Achieving a fire- esistance rating of 2 hours or more.
- Acoustic Insulation: Providing 40 dB or more sound insulation.
- Termite Resistant: Offering termite-proof solutions.
- Moisture Resistant: Exhibiting moisture-proof properties.
- Thermal Insulation: Demonstrating low thermal conductivity with 0.0125 W/mK.
Applications of AgriBioPanels:
- Drywall: Suitable for framing-based drywall applications with high modulus of rupture.
- False Ceiling: Ideal for constructing moisture-proof and dimensionally stable suspended ceilings.
- Mezzanine Flooring: A green substitute for concrete over a steel frame in industrial applications.
By choosing AgriBioPanels, individuals and businesses can significantly reduce their carbon footprint. The impact calculator provided by Strawcture Eco allows users to see the environmental benefits of their choices in terms of CO2 storage, equivalent to planting trees.
Virtues of AgriBioPanels:
- Zero Water Usage: AgriBioPanels contribute to water conservation.
- Faster Construction: Accelerates construction timelines by 30-40%.
- Less Deadload: Reduces the deadload by 30%, enhancing structural efficiency.
- Carpenter Friendly: Easy to work with, facilitating construction processes.
