RECYLCED
CONTENT MR 4.0
Steel
studs, MSC connectors and reinforcing mesh contain between
30.47% and 80% recycled content, 23.5% to 30% post consumer
scrap, 6.4% to 70% pre consumer scrap (depending on the
steel manufacturer). Concrete may contain fly ash when
required.
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INNOVATION
AND DESIGN PROCESS
Provides design teams and projects the
opportunity to be awarded points for exceptional performances above
the requirements set by the LEED® Green Building Rating System™ and/or innovative
performance in green building categories not specifically
addressed by LEED®. |
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REGIONAL
MATERIALS MR 5.0
Cement, sand, aggregates, and steel studs are locally extracted
materials. MSC panels are fabricated on the job site or in
a plant within 500 miles of the project in the USA. |
Exceptional Performance
CONSERVE RESOURCES IN MANUFACTURING
- 65%
less cement, sand, aggregates and reinforcing steel.
CONSERVE RESOURCES IN THE STRUCTURE
- Lighter
weight panels reduce the dead load on the foundation and
structural system which may allow for reduction in the
size of structural components.
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ENERGY & ATMOSPHERE EA-1
Steel stud cavities may be insulated with various insulation
products. Exterior joints are backer rod and caulked. Foil
faced insulation board installed on the interior decreases
inside air flow and thermal transfer, optimizing energy performance. |
Innovative Performance
- CO2
emissions prevalent during pouring of concrete are reduced
by 65%.
- Transporting
double the number of panels per load reduces the number
of loads required by 50% and thus decreases air pollution,
fuel consumption, tire and road wear accordingly.
- Reduction
in crane size has a similar decrease in environmental impacts.
- Cutting
life cycle cost with high strength concrete provides for
a durable long lasting and low maintenance exterior building
enclosure.
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