The concept of a Clean Air Act impact on oriented strand board industry practices and profits may seem far-fetched but I ask that you bear with me. There is a crucial point here.
In the video series which I shot with Nonnie Chrystal regarding Florida’s Showcase Green Envirohome, Nonnie gives several explanations about wood-frame construction and why she avoided it for her amazing project. One of the reasons stems from drawbacks of oriented strand board, such as particle board, which can be highly flammable and/or emit toxic gases which become a grave health concern during periods of long confinement.
Nonnie’s solution comprises multiple technologies which are explained in the video series and my favorite is Armoroc. Not only does it contribute tremendously to the home’s superb resistance to hurricanes but the ingredients used in the manufacturing of Armoroc can be assembled cleaner than with conventional materials. It’s a win-win!
At time index 3:45 in the following segment of the YouTube series, Nonnie explains and Mark demonstrates the simple installation of Armoroc.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjAFwR8a-i0
So, where does this leave us? Well, as cities and regions across America tighten restrictions on air pollution using the Clean Air Act as the regulatory framework, the construction supply industry must adapt. Furthermore, as water treatment prices rise, the oriented strand board manufacturers will seek alternatives to the toxic fire retardants they infuse into their products.
The solution is to move to a next-generation material such as Armoroc. Its blended approach offers many benefits over conventional particle board and constitutes a genuine solution to Clean Air Act impact on oriented strand board industry practices and profits.
The ribbon-cutting for Florida’s Showcase Green Envirohome is scheduled for the end of April near the Kennedy Space Center. Nonnie will be happy to explain in further detail all of the benefits of building with Armoroc. If you would like to reach out to her before then, contact details are available through her project website
Sustainable Justice For All!
Corbett Kroehler
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