Global building materials company Etex Group is driving innovation in the construction industry by launching a new brand focused on offsite construction.

The trend towards greater offsite production has prompted Etex Group to leverage its existing offsite construction companies to create a comprehensive, full-service business to meet customer demand and drive performance.

The new brand – called Remagin – brings together the collective capabilities of three existing businesses, Leeds-based Sigmat, County Durham-based EOS and Horizon, operating from Ireland.

The new commercial branding is part of a broader growth strategy which will see the turnover of the combined companies across the UK and Ireland more than double between now and 2030 – with significant employment opportunities in various roles for local people.

By combining their design and engineering expertise, testing and certification capacity, along with manufacturing and installation know-how, the new brand will offer industry leading, lightweight, factory-assembled panels and associated services, all based on sustainable, light gauge steel framing (LGSF).

Remagin’s integrated building systems offer an end-to-end project solution, and means the company is well placed to accelerate the scale and impact of offsite construction.

Patrick Balemans, head of New Ways division, Etex Group, said: “As part of our sustained efforts to contribute to a better future, we continuously look to evolve what we do and how we do things.

“I’m proud to announce the launch of our new commercial brand, Remagin, which offers highly efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable integrated building systems that surpass those of traditional construction methods.”

Remagin is well suited to serve sectors as diverse as housing, flats and apartments, retirement living, care homes, hotels, student accommodation, education and health.

Scott Bibby, country manager Ireland and UK, explained: “This is an exciting time in the development of not just our own business but the wider offsite construction sector. Due to the flexibility and proven benefits of panelised building systems, things are really taking off and by combining our joint strengths we are confident we can accelerate and maximise sector growth.

“Remagin is building on the solid foundations established by Sigmat, EOS and Horizon and is backed by Etex Group with its significant R&D and testing capacity and materials expertise. We’re in a strong position to add significant life-cycle value and sustainability benefits to our customers.”

• More information about Remagin at www.remagin.world

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At a time when energy prices are at an all-time high and the cost-of-living crisis continues to have an impact, developing highly airtight homes is both good for the environment and helps hard pressed families to reduce ongoing energy bills.

By taking the construction of the building structure offsite, on-site waste is virtually eliminated compared to industry norms in excess of 10%. Using Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) protocols integrated with Building Information Modelling (BIM), light steel frame systems are digitally designed and tested to optimise material use and create highly airtight structures.

Findings from studies such as the Post Occupancy Review of Buildings and their Engineering (PROBE) reveal that energy consumption in buildings is often as much as twice that predicted at the design stage. Performance data reveals EOS’ panelised light steel systems create highly airtight structures, reducing in-use energy requirements and carbon emissions for the lifetime of the building.

Offering the best strength-to-weight ratio improves efficiencies. EOS’ systems provide a lightweight but robust response to complex buildings where additional structural integrity may be required. Lighter structures not only reduce material consumption but also concrete in the ground. As well as reducing environmental impact, this means that foundation loads and sizes can be reduced by over 70% relative to concrete and block-work construction.

To demonstrate EOS take their responsibility towards the environment seriously, the light steel specialist has been awarded an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). The scope of this EPD is cradle-to-gate which includes a comprehensive lifecycle assessment. This assessment considers the extraction of raw materials, the manufacturing process, distribution and its end-of-life value. The systems designed and manufactured by EOS currently use steel that is made from 59% recycled content and are 100% recyclable. This EPD is an important validation tool which provides transparent data and helps residential developers make informed decisions to achieve net zero goals.

Looking for Inspiration?
For architects looking to discover more about the design capabilities of light steel framing systems, the new EOS Case Study Compendium provides a rich vein of information and inspiration. With embedded videos featuring case studies and charting the light steel journey from factory to site, together with a site study tour and client testimonials – this compendium is a must for those wanting to explore the possibilities of light steel frame.

The Compendium presents a snapshot of EOS’ work and achievements, but a comprehensive index of case studies, colour coded by sector – help navigate to specific points of interest. As experts in advanced light steel framing technologies, the team at EOS have a mandate to challenge the norm and take the construction industry forward by pioneering a new certified systems approach. This is just another step on that journey to help construction professionals appreciate the versatility of light steel and the safety, sustainability and performance advantages it brings.

By working closely with residential developers, EOS are now able to provide scalable light steel frame solutions – delivering precision-engineered homes that meet building safety regulations and can be produced at scale better than, faster than and more cost-efficiently than other market offerings.

EOS Framing
Delivering confidence and certainty in the construction process, EOS empower construction professionals to be technical forerunners in the offsite sector. In-house highly skilled technical teams work collaboratively with clients to ensure specifications are accurately designed, manufactured, and fit first time. EOS are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, have some of the best fire protection experts in the UK on their team. Technical support is available throughout the lifecycle of the project, from concept to completion – in person, online or by phone.

View the EOS Case Study Compendium here

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At 78 pages, the compendium presents a snapshot of EOS’ work and achievements, but a comprehensive index of case studies, colour coded by sector – help navigate to specific points of interest. As specialists in advanced light steel framing technologies, the team at EOS have a mandate to challenge the norm and take the construction industry forward by pioneering a new certified systems approach. This is just another step on that journey to help construction professionals appreciate the versatility of light steel and the safety, sustainability and performance advantages it brings.

A SNAPSHOT OF WORK AND ACHIEVEMENTS

By working closely with developers, EOS are now able to provide scalable light steel frame residential solutions – delivering precision-engineered homes that meet building safety regulations and can be produced at scale better than, faster than and more cost-efficiently than other market offerings. If you have not had an opportunity to look around an advanced light steel manufacturing facility, then do not miss the video on page three. You will be amazed how clean and efficient the process is.

TAKE A TOUR

EOS invited a group of construction professionals to attend a site study tour of Gardiner Place, Henley-on-Thames – a multi-million-pound mixed-use development. Attendees had the unique opportunity to speak one-to-one with the offsite experts involved and scrutinise in situ, the EOS award-winning Thrubuild® loadbearing system. If you would like a sneak preview from the comfort of your chair, then head along to the site study video on page 12.

VINTAGE AND MODERN

A challenging project, the Ram Quarter is now injecting new life into old industrial units on the site of the former Young’s Brewery where beer has been brewed since 1581. From steel framing infill for new medium to high-rise apartments to bespoke loadbearing systems creating internal pods within the listed brewery house, EOS worked in close collaboration to meet the precise project requirements. This case study demonstrates the versatility of light steel and how the Ram Quarter sensitively integrates historic Grade II buildings into a contemporary scheme. Under the banner of ‘vintage and modern’ the video of this complex project is available in the compendium on page 26.

View the EOS Case Study Compendium here
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Delivering confidence and certainty in the construction process, EOS empower construction professionals to be technical forerunners in the offsite sector. In-house highly skilled technical teams work collaboratively with clients to ensure specifications are accurately designed, manufactured, and fit first time. EOS are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, have some of the best fire protection experts in the UK on their team. Technical support is there for specifiers throughout the lifecycle of the project, from concept to completion – in person, online, or by phone.

To eliminate the complexities surrounding specification and performance – contact EOS:
Call: 01325 30 30 30 Email: eosenquiries@etexgroup.com

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It is claimed to be the biggest change in building safety for over 40 years. Among the many changes are a new system of accountability for safety in projects, a construction products regulator, and a refreshed regulatory framework.

The overhaul of regulations will require building owners to demonstrate safety at each of three new ‘gateways’ for planning/design, construction and occupation. Compliance will be monitored by the newly established Building Safety Regulator, with significant powers to demand documents and stop works, and a new National Regulator for Construction Products, with power to remove dangerous products from the market.

Research and perspective interviews with sector experts have equipped EOS and Etex Group partners with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by housing specifiers with a lack of test data seen as a major concern in achieving building safety.

Ensuring robust and predictable performance
The light steel systems designed and manufactured by EOS fully comply with the requirements of Building Regulations and leading warranty providers. Steel is non-combustible and does not add to the fire load of a building therefore the risk of fire during construction and when in use is reduced. According to a poll of the industry undertaken by the NHBC last year, fewer than three in 10 housebuilders expect to use timber frames.

The performances of EOS light steel systems are determined as a result of testing to BS EN 1365-1 for walls and BS EN 1365-2 for floors. Systems are tested and evaluated to provide for a safe ‘worst case’ performance. Loads applied during testing are selected to simulate representative stresses in accordance with the test standard.

From early design and engineering advice to simplifying specification and procurement, products, processes and their whole business philosophy show that as a manufacturer, EOS take their responsibilities extremely seriously. At the heart of this is rigorous testing and a systems approach to their light steel solutions.

Etex Group have three Innovation and Technology Centres where the company has its own fire, acoustic, mechanical, structural and thermal testing facilities, equipment and laboratories. Annually they conduct over 500 tests in Europe alone. Etex also fully support and endorse third party certification such as BBA, BRE Global, Certifire and EOS has also recently gained EPD and BOPAS Accreditation. Etex work closely with certification bodies to jointly develop and design technical solutions.
Mitigating risks
Current regulations typically deal with individual products and how they perform in laboratory tests. However, EOS believe material providers should have full-scale testing regimes that study the performance of products working together to see how they interact in ‘real’ circumstances, like under fire conditions or when exposed to wind and rain.

When walling and flooring systems are built entirely with Etex components and materials in line with their latest standards, after a validation process— Etex award Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF), Thrubuild® and Thruwall® systems with a 30-year manufacturer’s warranty. This approach mitigates risk because these integrated solutions have been tested as complete systems and assessed for compliance with the latest regulations and standards, to ensure reliable performance.

Ground-breaking reforms
The Building Safety Act makes ground-breaking reforms to give residents and homeowners more rights, powers, and protections – so homes across the country are safer. Many of the detailed provisions in the Act will be implemented over the next two years through a programme of secondary legislation.
EOS are continually looking at ways to make the building process not only inherently safer but also to offer performance assurances to architects, housebuilders and specifiers to ensure they can provide sufficient levels of protection to occupants. EOS have developed an award-winning range of unitised loadbearing and non-loadbearing light steel framing systems. By working closely with developers, EOS are now able to provide real scalable light steel frame residential solutions – delivering precision-engineered homes that meet building safety regulations that can be produced at scale better than, faster than and more cost-efficiently than other market offerings.

EOS are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, have some of the best fire protection experts in the UK on their team. Technical support is there for specifiers throughout the lifecycle of the project, from concept to completion – in person, online, or by phone. For more information click here

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Coming in the wake of the Hackitt review, and receiving Royal Assent in April 2022, the Building Safety Act covers a raft of changes for housebuilders and developers. These include a new system of accountability for safety in projects, a construction products regulator, and a refreshed regulatory framework. It is claimed to be the biggest change in building safety for over 40 years.

Effective Testing Regimes

In her report ‘Building a Safer Future’, Dame Judith Hackitt recommends: “More effective testing regimes with clearer labelling and product traceability, in order to drive continuous improvement, higher performance and encourage innovative product and system design under better quality control.”

Disparate supply chains result in components being offered by a multitude of manufacturers, it is therefore down to the specifier to assess if the chosen materials will meet with required performance and safety standards. A lack of test evidence and performance data can make this an onerous task. This uncertainty also extends to the costs involved, the speed of build and the quality of the final outcome.

From early design and engineering advice to simplifying specification and procurement, our products, processes and whole business philosophy show that as a manufacturer, we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. At the heart of this is rigorous testing and a systems approach to our light steel frame solutions. We are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, we have some of the best fire experts in the UK on our team.

Annually we conduct over 500 tests in Europe alone. Etex Group have three Innovation and Technology Centres where we have our own fire, acoustic, mechanical, structural and thermal testing facilities, equipment and laboratories. We also fully support and endorse third party certification systems such as BBA, BRE Global, Certifire and EOS has also recently gained BOPAS Accreditation. We work closely with certification bodies to jointly develop and design technical solutions. Our full-scale testing regimes study the performance of products working together to see how they interact in ‘real’ circumstances, such as under fire conditions or when exposed to wind and rain.

Helping Housebuilders Comply and Compete

EOS has developed an award-winning range of unitised light steel frame systems. By working closely with developers, we are now able to provide real scalable light steel frame residential solutions – delivering precision-engineered homes that meet building safety regulations that can be produced at scale better than, faster than and more cost-efficiently than other market offerings.

The Building Safety Act makes ground-breaking reforms to give residents and homeowners more rights, powers, and protections – so homes across the country are safer. Many of the detailed provisions in the Act will be implemented over the next two years through a programme of secondary legislation.

Principal Designers and Contractors under the Act will be required to manage building safety risks, with clear lines of responsibility during the design, construction and completion of all buildings. The Building Safety Act will strengthen the construction products regulatory regime, with new requirements to make sure all construction products on the UK market are safe for their intended use, with a National Regulator for Construction Products to monitor and enforce this.

Construction is without doubt a complex business but as we evolve more advanced offsite technologies, we can help housebuilders reduce risk and operate within the strict criteria laid down by the Building Safety Act. Through the collaborative expertise of Etex brands EOS Framing, Siniat, Promat and FSi, our light steel frame systems approach is helping our construction clients comply and compete in challenging markets.

Certified Systems Approach

The EOS range of Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF), Thruwall® and Thrubuild® systems have been developed to eliminate uncertainty surrounding design and specification decisions. All components – light steel frame, external and internal boards, glass mineral wool insulation and fixings – have been rigorously tested together for acoustic, weathering, airtightness, and mechanical performance. Fire resistance periods of 60, 90 and 120 minutes are predictably achievable.

• Thrubuild® has multiple loadbearing applications and can be used for external or internal walls together with internal and separating floors.

• Thruwall® is a fully engineered custom-designed non-loadbearing infill system which is supplied as a certified kit of parts that can be used with concrete and steel main frames.

• Reducing construction programmes by up to 30%, our non-loadbearing PAF infill systems are prefabricated offsite and delivered to site as an assembled panelised unit.

• Our steel is made from 59% recycled content and is 100% recyclable.

When PAF, Thrubuild® and Thruwall® systems are built with Etex Group components and materials, following a validation process — Etex award a 30-year warranty.

To discover more about the building safety benefits, go to the EOS information centre: www.eosframing.co.uk/information-centre/

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We take our responsibilities as a manufacture extremely seriously. Our light steel frame systems are rigorously tested, manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards and are now backed by Buildoffsite Property Assurance Scheme (BOPAS) Accreditation. Our aim is to deliver confidence and certainty in the construction process and empower specifiers to be technical forerunners in the offsite sector.

Against a backdrop of government targets to build 300,000 homes a year combined with increasing construction costs and poor quality conventionally constructed houses as well as a huge shortfall in traditional skills – the demand for innovative offsite construction methods has never been greater.

BOPAS Accreditation is recognised by principal lenders as providing the necessary assurance underpinned by a warranty provision that residential properties will be readily mortgageable for at least 60 years.

 Why is this important?

For funders and lenders BOPAS provides assurances that our light steel systems are fit for purpose and eliminates the uncertainty surrounding the construction for valuation purposes. It also removes the risk for developers of mortgages being declined on construction grounds. BOPAS demonstrates to funders, lenders, valuers and purchasers that homes built from non-traditional methods will be durable, delivered to high quality standards and stand the test of time.

Pioneering a Certified Systems Approach

Specialising in advanced light steel framing technologies, the team at EOS are taking the construction industry forward by pioneering a new certified systems approach, helping specifiers to comply and compete in challenging markets. We are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, have some of the best building performance experts in the UK on our team. They work closely with certification bodies to jointly design and develop advanced technical solutions.

We are continually looking at ways to make the building process not only inherently safer but also to offer performance assurances to residential developers to ensure they can provide sufficient levels of protection to residents. Improving levels of occupants’ safety, and increasing the quality of the build, is our primary objective.

Our research and perspective interviews with sector experts have equipped us with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by housing specifiers. Lack of performance testing is a major concern.

Fire protection for light steel framing is typically provided by the use of non-combustible boards for internal linings and fire protection systems such as those manufactured by our Etex group partners – passive fire protection specialists, Promat and FSi who develop and manufacture a full range of built-in fire protection systems to protectinfrastructure and assets.

Backed by Robust Testing and BOPAS Accreditation

We have invested in research and testing to bring a new safety-first systems approach to the offsite sector. EOS can now help specifiers reduce risk and operate with more certainty by verifying and certifying our systems performance.

Through the collaborative expertise of Etex brands EOS Framing, Siniat, Promat and FSi, our light steel non-combustible systems are helping construction clients comply and compete in challenging markets. Our full-scale testing regimes study the performance of products working together to establish how they interact in ‘real’ circumstances, such as fire conditions or when exposed to wind and rain.

Our range of Thrubuild®, Thruwall® and Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF) have been developed to eliminate uncertainty surrounding the design and specification of the external envelope. All components and products in the systems have been rigorously tested together for fire, acoustic, weathering, airtightness, durability and mechanical performance. Fire resistance periods of 60, 90 and 120 minutes are achievable.

Our Thrubuild® loadbearing and Thruwall® non-loadbearing range is supplied as a tried and tested custom-designed kit of parts integrating steel framing, external Siniat Weather Defence sheathing, Siniat internal drylining, ancillary parts, fixtures and fittings. Providing crucial safety, time and cost benefits, Thrubuild® has multiple loadbearing applications and can be used for external or internal walls together with internal and separating floors. Thruwall® is a fully engineered custom-designed non-loadbearing infill system manufactured offsite and supplied as a complete certified kit of parts that can be used with concrete and steel main frames.

Following the success of Thruwall® – EOS has taken factory manufacturing to another level. Our Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF) are prefabricated and preassembled offsite, these nonloadbearing infill systems are delivered to site as an assembled panelised unit.

Backed by rigorous testing and now BOPAS Accreditation, our Thrubuild®, Thruwall® and PAF systems get the safety and building performance balance right through the combination of light steel framing, external sheathing, internal wall linings and glass mineral wool insulation – only tested configurations are available.

By working closely with specifiers EOS is now able to deliver precision-engineered solutions with assured performance which can be produced at scale better than, faster than and more cost-efficiently than other market offerings. When Thrubuild®, Thruwall® and PAF systems are built with Etex Group components and materials, following a validation process — Etex award a 30-year warranty.

To discover how EOS systems are delivering certified, predictable and warrantied performance, go to: www.eosframing.co.uk

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1: The final phase of Riverside Quarter is the first development in the UK to specify Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF).

2: Sky House integrates Thrubuild® walling and flooring solutions providing performance guarantees and fire resistance of 60 – 120 minutes.

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BOPAS Accreditation is recognised by principal mortgage lenders as providing the necessary assurance underpinned by a warranty provision that the property will be readily mortgageable for at least 60 years.

 Why is this important?

For funders and lenders BOPAS provides assurances that EOS Framing’s light steel systems are fit for purpose and eliminates the uncertainty surrounding the construction for valuation purposes. It also removes the risk for developers of mortgages being declined on construction grounds and improves business opportunities for EOS as a manufacturer of offsite systems. BOPAS demonstrates to funders, lenders, valuers and purchasers that homes built from non-traditional methods will be durable, delivered to high quality standards and stand the test of time.

Managing Director of EOS, Steve Thompson stressed the importance of certification and accreditation:

“We take our responsibilities as a manufacturer extremely seriously. Our light steel frame systems are rigorously tested, manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards and are now backed by BOPAS Accreditation. Our aim is to deliver confidence and certainty in the construction process and empower specifiers to be technical forerunners in the offsite sector.

“This achievement has only been made possible by our dedicated team who share our vision and values. My thanks and appreciation goes out to all those involved.”

Against a backdrop of government targets to build 300,000 homes a year combined with increasing construction costs and poor quality conventionally constructed houses as well as a huge shortfall in traditional skills – the demand for innovative offsite construction methods has never been greater.

Complete and Compliant Systems

Specialising in advanced light steel framing technologies, EOS is taking the construction industry forward by pioneering a new certified systems approach, helping specifiers to comply and compete in challenging markets. EOS are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, have some of the best building performance experts in the UK on their team. They work closely with certification bodies to jointly develop and design advanced technical solutions.

To discover how EOS systems are delivering certified, predictable and warrantied performance, go to: www.eosframing.co.uk

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Managing Director Steve Thompson said of this success: “Last month we received the news that we have reached the finals of the Construction News Specialists Awards, EOS has just gained BOPAS Accreditation and now this exceptional result in the Offsite Awards. Reaching the finals of such prestigious awards is not only down to our advanced light steel framing systems approach but the combined technical ability of the EOS and wider Etex team.

“We are extremely privileged to work on some ground-breaking projects that clearly resonate with judging panels and our recent product innovations are receiving great acclaim. Our range of Thrubuild®, Thruwall® and Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF) have been developed to eliminate uncertainty surrounding the design and specification of the external envelope. All components and products in thesystems have been rigorously tested together for fire, acoustic, weathering, airtightness, durability and mechanical performance. Fire resistance periods of 60, 90 and 120 minutes are achievable. Already being acknowledged for not only increasing the quality and speed of build, these systems also deliver performance guarantees backed by a 30-year warranty.”

EOS Offsite Awards Finalists

• Product Innovation Award:  Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF)
• Best Use of Steel Technology: Portsmouth International Port (Thrubuild®)
• Best Use of Steel Technology: Sky House (Thrubuild®)
• Best Use of Steel Technology: Edgar Wood Academy (PAF)
• Infrastructure Project of the Year: Portsmouth International Port (Thrubuild®)
• Private Housing Project of the Year: Sky House (Thrubuild®)
• Commercial Project of the Year: Portsmouth International Port (Thrubuild®)

To discover more about Thrubuild^®, Thruwall^® and Pre-Assembled Frames go to the EOS information centre: www.eosframing.co.uk/information-centre/

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Our second submission to reach the finals – ‘Pre-Assembled Frames Eliminating Risk in External Envelopes’ – focuses on our latest ground-breaking non-loadbearing infill solution. Delivering crucial cost and time benefits making programme savings of up to 30%, our Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF) are custom designed for steel or concrete mainframes.

As light steel frame innovators we have invested in research to bring a new systems approach to the offsite sector. We are committed to technical excellence and as part of Etex, have some of the best building performance experts on our team. EOS can now help specifiers reduce risk and operate with more certainty by verifying our systems performance.

Through the collaborative expertise of Etex brands EOS Framing, Siniat, Promat and FSi, our light steel non-combustible systems are helping construction clients comply and compete in challenging markets. Our full-scale testing regimes study the performance of products working together to establish how they interact in ‘real’ circumstances, such as fire conditions or when exposed to wind and rain.

Our range of Thrubuild®, Thruwall® and Pre-Assembled Frames have been developed to eliminate uncertainty surrounding the design and specification of the external envelope. All components and products in the systems have been rigorously tested together for fire, acoustic, weathering, airtightness, durability and mechanical performance. Fire resistance periods of 60, 90 and 120 minutes are achievable. When these systems are built with Etex Group components and materials, following a validation process — Etex award a 30-year warranty.

Needless to say, we are really chuffed. It’s a great achievement to reach the finals of such competitive awards. We are very proud that our collaborative expertise has been acknowledge by such eminent judges. We will be heading to London in July to present to the judging panel and the awards will be announced on the 22 September 2022, at The Brewery, London. We’ll keep you posted!

You can download the specification guides here: www.eosframing.co.uk/information-centre/#brochures-company-literature

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A key advantage of light steel frame is fire performance. The amount of combustible material in a light steel framed building is much lower, therefore the risk of fire during construction and when occupied is vastly reduced. Steel is non-combustible and does not add to the fire load of a building – reducing the ‘fuel for the fire’ and limiting risk of damage and injury.

Making the Building Process Inherently Safer

EOS as part of Etex are continually looking at ways to make the building process not only inherently safer but also to offer performance assurances to architects, housebuilders and specifiers to ensure they can provide sufficient levels of protection to occupants.

Fire protection for light steel framing is typically provided by the use of non-combustible boards for internal linings and fire protection systems such as those manufactured by our Etex Group partners –Promat and FSi. These passive fire protection specialists develop and manufacture a full range of built-in fire systems to safeguard both infrastructure and assets.

Rigorously Tested and Certified

Developed together with our Etex Group partners, Siniat, a leading expert in plasterboard and drylining systems, together with Promat and FSi – our loadbearing and non-loadbearing walling and flooring systems combine the technical and manufacturing expertise of the group to provide a comprehensive range of tested and certified solutions for light steel frame construction – all from one supplier.

With 60 – 120-minute fire resistance options, this approach mitigates risk because these integrated systems have been tested and assessed for compliance with the latest regulations and standards, to ensure robust and reliable performance. Design performance is achieved using combinations of boarding and insulation and only tested configurations are available for selection.

Eliminating Uncertainty

We are committed to technical competence and as part of Etex, we have some of the best fire experts in the UK on our team. They work closely with certification bodies to jointly develop and design technical solutions.

By eliminating uncertainty through rigorous testing regimes, EOS deliver light steel framing systems with certified and predictable performance. Recently presented with Best External Product trophy at the Housebuilder Product Awards, Thrubuild^® is an all-in-one non-combustible certified system exploiting the latest products, technical know-how and manufacturing excellence of the combined Etex team. Providing crucial safety, time and cost benefits, the Thrubuild^® range has multiple loadbearing applications for low and medium rise developments and can be used for external or internal walls together with internal and separating floors.

In addition to the Thrubuild^® loadbearing range, we have researched and developed Thruwall^® – fully engineered custom-designed non-loadbearing infill systems manufactured offsite and supplied as a certified kit of parts that can be used with concrete and steel main frames.

Following the outstanding success of Thruwall® – EOS has taken factory prefabrication and preassembly to another level. Developed and rigorously tested, Pre-Assembled Frames (PAF) are an evolution of Thruwall® which is delivered to site as a unitised non-loadbearing infill system encapsulating light steel framing and external sheathing. Both Thruwall® and PAF systems are suitable for buildings with a height of more than 18 metres.

All components and products in the Thrubuild^®,Thruwall^®and Pre-Assembled Framessystem range have been rigorously tested together for fire, acoustic, weathering, airtightness, durability and mechanical performance. Fire resistance periods of 60, 90 and 120 minutes are predictably achievable.

30-Year Warranty

A fragmented supply chain will result in components being offered by a multitude of manufacturers, therefore warranties are complex, for very limited timescales or simply non-existent. This uncertainty also extends to the costs involved, the speed of build and the quality of the final outcome.

When walling and flooring systems are built with Etex Group components and materials, following a validation process — Etex award a 30-year warranty. Advanced light steel framing systems manufactured offsite in well managed factory environments not only mitigate risk but also enhance the speed and quality of the build process. Robust testing regimes backed by comprehensive warranties offer assurances to developers and no doubt help specifying teams sleep at night safe in the knowledge that they have safeguarded building owners and occupants.

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