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Advanced Construction System With High-Density Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Acts As Permanent Formwork For Concrete, Ensuring Superior Thermal Insulation And Energy Efficiency In Modern Buildings
The new Nudura system is an innovative form of insulating concrete formwork developed to build solid and highly energy-efficient structures. It uses expanded polystyrene foam panels that are interlocked to form molds where concrete is poured. After curing, these panels remain fixed, acting as a thermal barrier and contributing to the building’s strength and insulation.
The construction sector is undergoing a transition towards more sustainable and efficient solutions. Within this context, the Nudura Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) system stands out as a modern and eco-friendly alternative, capable of enabling constructions with excellent thermal performance, reducing or even eliminating the need for traditional heating and cooling systems.
New Approach To Construction
Features And Benefits
They stand out for their dual functional nature: acting both as concrete mold elements and as insulation. These blocks consist of two expanded polystyrene panels, joined by a system of patented articulated mechanisms. When stacked and secured together, they are ready to receive the concrete, creating a monolithic structure that offers two main advantages:
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- High Thermal Storage Capacity: This allows thermal energy to be retained efficiently, reducing the need for heating and cooling.
- Low Thermal Conductivity: Minimizes heat transfer, resulting in lower energy consumption.
Integrated Technological Innovation
The design of Nudura’s ICF incorporates four key technologies that simplify and enhance construction:
- DURAFOLD®: Articulated spacer system that facilitates the transport and handling of the blocks.
- DURALOK®: With a three-tooth locking mechanism, it ensures a robust connection between the blocks, guaranteeing structural stability.
- DURAMAX®: One of the largest insulating blocks on the market, offering excellent thermal and acoustic insulation.
- DURASENS: Symmetrical design that allows reversibility in four directions, increasing flexibility during construction.
Case Study: Construction In Taupont
Thomas Kerzerho, a prominent real estate investor, chose Nudura ICFs for the construction of a 135 m² house in Taupont, highlighting the effectiveness of these blocks in terms of insulation and water resistance. The choice of ICF was strategic to comply with the demanding RE2020 regulations aimed at improving energy efficiency in new constructions. Thanks to the ICFs, the housing maintains an optimal indoor temperature year-round without the need for additional heating or air conditioning.
Economic And Environmental Impact
The adoption of the system not only increases comfort and reduces operational costs of buildings but also offers a quick financial return. In constructions with high energy consumption, such as hotels, the investment can be recovered in about three years. Although it still employs concrete and polystyrene, materials that present environmental challenges, the technology represents an important step towards more sustainable and energy-efficient buildings.
The Nudura system thus emerges as a modern and intelligent solution to the challenges of sustainable construction. With advantages ranging from thermal insulation to architectural versatility, these blocks have the potential to transform the sector, providing more durable, economical buildings aligned with current environmental demands.
For more information about this and other products, please visit the Nudura website at this LINK
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