ZS2 launches Gen 2 magnesium cement materials for climate-resilient construction
ZS2 Technologies has announced the introduction of its second-generation (Gen 2) magnesium cement building materials, a step in scaling climate-resilient construction for North America.
The Gen 2 platform is claimed to provide a durable, noncombustible alternative to conventional materials such as gypsum and oriented strand board, which are susceptible to mould, moisture, and have limited fire resistance.
This launch aims to address the performance gaps and supply chain volatility associated with imported magnesium oxide (MgO) products.
The Gen 2 materials launch is backed by over $9.9m in grant funding.
ZS2 Technologies CEO Scott Jenkins said: "Our Gen 2 product line is not a concept. It's certified, spec'd into projects, and it's ready to meet the demands of today's building industry.
"We've redefined how magnesium cement is made, where it comes from, and how it performs. Builders are choosing ZS2 because they're done waiting for MgO materials to arrive from overseas. We're delivering what they need right here in North America."
ZS2 Technologies has rapidly scaled its waste-to-cement process from lab innovation to commercial readiness in just five years.
The company has already completed several projects with its first-generation materials, including commercial and residential developments in Alberta and California.
ZS2 is now commencing commercial production of Gen 2, targeting the supply of certified materials for construction projects across North America.
The ZS2TechTile, a key component of the Gen 2 platform, has been classified as noncombustible under the ASTM E136-19a standard, reinforcing the material's safety credentials, stated the company.
The Gen 2 lineup continues to offer resistance to fire, mould, water, and pests while also delivering low-carbon performance and exceptional strength.
The product range includes the ZS2 TechStone for exterior applications, ZS2TechTile for raised flooring systems, ZS2TechBoard for wet-rated interior spaces, and ZS2TechBoard for structural sheathing.
ZS2's approach to using Canadian industrial by-products and local production is claimed to address the quality and supply chain issues that have previously limited the use of MgO.
The company also stated that its materials are poised to meet the construction industry's need for reduced emissions and resilience against extreme weather, with cement being a significant contributor to global carbon dioxide emissions.
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