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103 Building Materials
INNOVATION //
Technology (Building)
NANOFIL STERILIZING NANO FILTER MEDIA
NanoFIL Sterilizing Nano Air Filters are produced with a patented nano filter media — a composite layer of nanofibres, activated carbon and electrostatic fibres which incorporates cutting-edge nano and electrospinning technology.
NanoFIL Sterilizing Nano Air Filters are multi-functional. They can exterminate over 99% of the COVID-19 Omicron variant and 99.99% of bacteria commonly found in the air without the use of peripheral devices, such as a UV lamp or an ozone or plasma generator. The filters can also capture PM2.5-PM0.3 particles and remove odour, formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds. Most importantly, it has a lower pressure drop and thanks to the application of nano-technology, the Air Filters offer a potential energy saving for central air conditioning systems — which translates into lower carbon emissions — whilst simultaneously improving indoor air quality.
Applicant: NanoFil
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Green)
SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE PAVING BRICKS MADE WITH UPCYCLED PLASTIC WASTE
Made with upcycled plastic waste, the sustainable concrete paving bricks from EcoBricks Limited are industry grade yet significantly more sustainable than the industry average. Their bricks have been certified to meet Grade A requirements under Hong Kong’s General Specifications for Civil Engineering. Natural aggregates in the concrete are replaced with upcycled plastic waste, diverting it from landfill and reducing the amount of natural aggregates that need to be mined and shipped internationally. A circular solution for Hong Kong, domestically produced plastic waste is manufactured into bricks and used for local building projects.
Applicant: EcoBricks Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Green)
GREEN CONCRETE
The development of Green Concrete, which boasts a reduced environmental impact, is an important step towards a sustainable construction industry. KMK, together with its business partner Krystaline Technology of Spain, has delivered an innovative, eco-friendly, durable and volatile organic compound-free C-S-H Crystalline Waterproofing concrete. This sustainable concrete product involves a highly effective yet simple and swift application. Furthermore, its proven longevity ensures cost-effectiveness through reduced utility and maintenance costs. Year after year, this will provide savings to building owners, whilst improving their ROI and reducing the environmental impact of new developments.
Applicant: KMK (Asia) Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Green)
ECOWOOD PANEL
Nexon’s Ecowood Panels are both aesthetically beautiful and easy to install. Boasting greater accuracy in sizing and ease of alignment than the industry average, Nexon’s Ecowood Panel utilises a tongue and groove system to allow for quick and accurate installation. The company offers an extensive range of moulds, creating various unique wall patterns. Available in many colours and patterns, the Ecowood Panels are environmentally friendly, fireproof, water resistant, termite proof, and free from volatile organic compounds.
Applicant: NEXON Building Materials Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Premier)
LAMINATED GLASS WITH SILICONE SEALANT
Orientop thrives on exploring its creative potential to produce stunning glass products. To protect the environment in light of climate change, Orientop produces sustainable glass and an eco-friendly, odourfree silicone sealant which incorporates minimal Volatile Organic Compounds. The latter bonds securely to their glass. Shower screens, banisters and the glass wall in the Millennium City 8 development incorporate this innovative combination. Not only does Orientop’s Laminated Glass with Silicone sealant ensure a tight seal, it also contributes to a better world.
Since 1995, Orientop has pioneered the development of laminated glass in the Asian market. The firm remain keenly attuned to the pulse of dynamic industry trends over many years. With over two decades of experience in laminated glass production, Orientop are passionate about architecture and interior design.
Applicant: Orientop Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Premier)
RAHMEN DECORATIVE GLASS
Focusing on decorative glass design and manufacturing, Rahmen (Asia) Ltd. provides both distinctive materials and design concepts for architectural and interior projects. They believe that every design is a masterpiece that can only come into being with the right choice of quality materials.
Taking their clients’ perspectives, their cutting-edge decorative glass materials serve to unfold horizons of design and creativity for architects and designers. Their rich experience accumulated over many years has contributed to their success and earned them lasting confidence from their clients.
Rahmen believes that “Creativity overcomes impossibility” and develops innovative technology that creates unique designs which surpass expectations and exceeds imagination.
DECORATIVE GLASS | DESIGN + MANUFACTURING DECORATIVE GLASS | DESIGN + MANUFACTURING
Applicant: Rahmen (Asia) Limited
DECORATIVE GLASS | DESIGN + MANUFACTURING
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Premier)
BubbleDeck® modules and semi-precast floor slabs can reduce concrete use by up to 35%, whilst also reducing on-site construction labour and installation time. BubbleDeck® technology in the form of upcycled plastic hollow spheres are embedded within both products, helping to foster a circular economy for plastic waste. This forms part of wider efforts to transform the construction industry from a linear economy to a circular economy.
Materials used to assemble the BubbleDeck® modules and BubbleDeck® semi-precast floor slabs are sourced from Hong Kong or from Guangdong province in China. The hollow spheres are 100% recyclable, as they are made from high-density polyethylene, Polyethylene or Polypropylene – all of which can be recycled at least 5 times or more. The product is also Cradle to Cradle-certified. The construction of the City Hall of Venlo incorporated BubbleDeck® technology and is the first Cradle to Cradle-certified construction project in Europe.
Advanced Sustainable Technologies
Applicant: Advanced & Sustainable Technologies Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Premier)
METAL CEILING
The Exhibition Centre Station will become an integral part of the Wan Chai North business area and bring a railway service to a commercial hub of Hong Kong. Together with the Public Transport Interchange connecting with the station, it creates an enhanced transportation network that will support the continued growth of the commercial, convention & exhibition and tourism industries. Different kinds of ceiling system were fabricated quickly as part of this project in order to implement the designer’s creative and innovative ideas. The Bonder Limited team always devote their professional skills and attention to detail to create a consistently reliable and high-quality product.
Bonder provides a one-stop solution for integrated ceiling systems. Their product and design range includes metal ceilings, stretch ceilings, cladding and lighting solutions. Their integrated ceiling systems are based on the concept of one colour, one dimension and one style.
Applicant: Bonder Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Premier)
SIKAFLOOR®-2640
Sikafloor®-2640 is Sika’s next generation epoxy flooring coating that is suitable for a wide range of applications, with enhanced performance and fast curing capacity. With excellent blush resistance and zero pigment flotation, Sikafloor®-2640 provides either a seamless smooth, high gloss finish, or a range of slip-resistant profiles for areas where optimum mechanical and chemical resistance is required. These include car park decks, warehouses and manufacturing facilities, food and drink manufacturing plants, airport hangers, workshops and garages.
The product has been developed using low emission resin, boosting its sustainable credentials which are further enhanced by its low odour properties.
Applicant: Sika Hongkong Limited
INNOVATION // Building Materials (Premier)
NEXT GENERATION DECKING (FLEXITEEK 2G SERIES)
Flexiteek 2G is a beautiful, long-lasting, high-performance decking, designed to withstand all weather conditions. Available in stylish, contemporary colours, with the option of customised designs, lettering and logos, Patio Verde have designed their decking to be safe and comfortable in extreme conditions, as well as last for many years with minimal maintenance.
More than two decades on, many of their original decks are still going strong and looking great. Over 200 of the world’s leading boat builders fit Flexiteek 2G. Thanks to their global distributor network, Patio Verde can easily installed it on boats of all kinds, from tenders to superyachts.
Applicant: Patio Verde
