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Current plight of wood frame construction
Around 1.2 million homes are built yearly in the US, with the US and Canada uniquely using wood extensively. This flammable material is highly vulnerable to hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.
damage due to climate disasters & fires
Thousands of homes are destroyed or affected due to Climate Disasters and Fires with more than $500 Billions in damages annually
health issues due to mold, allergens & termite
Nearly half of U.S. homes have mold, allergens, or termite damage, affecting 600,000 homes annually and costing $5 billion in repairs.
Construction waste
U.S. construction generates 600 million tons of debris yearly, about 23% of total solid waste—twice municipal solid waste.
Higher home insurance
Homeowners’ insurance premiums in the U.S. increased 13% over two years, driven by extreme weather and rising financial burdens.
motherboard approach
a comprehensive solution which reduces dependence on subcontractors, mitigating labor shortages while optimizing efficiency and precision in the building process.
Structural Blueprint
an advanced motherboard approach to construction: a 3D digital steel frame system meticulously engineered to integrate mechanical routing, electrical layouts, plumbing, window and door installations, drywall, façades, and cabinetry.
Comparison
Analyzing the structural strengths, durability, and performance differences between Steel IQ and traditional wood construction.
Structural Qualities
- Strength & Durability
- Fire resistance
- Environmental Impact
- Dimensional Stability
- Design Flexibility
- Speed of Construction
- Cost Saving
- Health Benefits
- Initial Cost
- Thermal Conductivity
- Availability & Expertise
- Workability
- Construction Waste
- Superior Structural Integrity, Resistant To Pests, Mold, And Rot
- Non-combustible, drastically reduces fire risk
- Recyclable, less construction waste, preserves natural resources
- Does not warp, twist, or shrink
- Allows for longer spans without support, more open spaces
- Factory-produced, precise, faster assembly and installation
- Reduced maintenance, repair, insurance premium reduction
- Does not support mold growth, healthier indoor air quality
- Higher upfront costs
- Transfers heat and cold easily, requires good insulation
- Fewer experienced builders, potentially higher labor costs
- Requires specialized tools and skills for modifications
- Minimal waste, recyclable materials
Traditional wood construction
- Susceptible to pests, rot, and decay
- Combustible, higher fire risk
- Requires tree cutting, contributes to deforestation
- Can warp, twist, and shrink over time
- Limited span length, more structural supports needed
- On-site modifications, slower assembly
- Generally lower initial costs, potentially higher maintenance costs
- Prone to mold growth in damp conditions
- Lower initial costs
- Better natural insulation
- More experienced builders, established building practices
- Easier to cut and shape on-site, flexible modifications
- Significant waste, less recyclable
Structural Qualities
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Traditional wood construction
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Strength & Durability
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Superior Structural Integrity, Resistant To Pests, Mold, And Rot
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Susceptible to pests, rot, and decay
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Fire resistance
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Non-combustible, drastically reduces fire risk
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Combustible, higher fire risk
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Environmental Impact
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Recyclable, less construction waste, preserves natural resources
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Requires tree cutting, contributes to deforestation
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Dimensional Stability
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Does not warp, twist, or shrink
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Can warp, twist, and shrink over time
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Design Flexibility
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Allows for longer spans without support, more open spaces
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Limited span length, more structural supports needed
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Speed of Construction
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Factory-produced, precise, faster assembly and installation
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On-site modifications, slower assembly
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Cost Saving
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Reduced maintenance, repair, insurance premium reduction
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Generally lower initial costs, potentially higher maintenance costs
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Health Benefits
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Does not support mold growth, healthier indoor air quality
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Prone to mold growth in damp conditions
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Initial Cost
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Higher upfront costs
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Lower initial costs
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Thermal Conductivity
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Transfers heat and cold easily, requires good insulation
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Better natural insulation
|
Availability & Expertise
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Fewer experienced builders, potentially higher labor costs
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More experienced builders, established building
practices
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Workability
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Requires specialized tools and skills for modifications
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Easier to cut and shape on-site, flexible modifications
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Construction Waste
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Minimal waste, recyclable materials
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Significant waste, less recyclable
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