A future to build on
Prefab & modular construction
To achieve the targeted climate neutrality by 2050, the ecological footprint of building structures must be drastically reduced. Consequently, sustainable and climate-neutral construction is one of the top priorities for the coming decades. This is also stipulated in the European Green Deal and included in the Construction Product Regulation (CPR) 305/2011.
Prefab en modulair bouwen spelen hierin een steeds belangrijkere rol. Deze innovatieve bouwmethodes bieden verschillende voordelen waaronder kostenbesparing, efficiëntie, maar vooral een duurzamer alternatief.
Lijmen, afdichtingsmiddelen en oppervlaktebehandelingen zullen een cruciale rol spelen in de verdere ontwikkeling van deze bouwmethodes. De producten en oplossingen van Novatech sluiten zeer goed aan bij de belangrijkste aandachtspunten in de prefab- en modulaire bouwindustrie, waarbij de nadruk ligt op duurzaamheid en een circulaire benadering van bouwen.
Material and energy efficiency
Adhesives enable efficient use of materials by reducing excess material consumption. Materials with different properties can be efficiently bonded together without the need for mechanical fixings or additional support structures.
Adhesives and sealants also contribute to the energy efficiency of building structures. They promote effective insulation by sealing potential thermal bridges, for example.
Less waste
Compared to traditional construction methods with mechanical joints such as screws or nails, adhesives are commonly able to create stronger bonds using less material. This leads to less waste during the construction, dismantling or demolition phase, contributing to a more circular and sustainable construction process.
Improved structural performance
Adhesives optimise the structural performance of precast and modular components. By distributing stress and strain evenly across the bonded surfaces, adhesives create light and strong structures, allowing less material to be used without sacrificing strength.
Flexibility in design
Adhesives offer flexibility in design and assembly, allowing complex and innovative structures to be made. This flexibility can contribute to the adaptability and reusability of prefabricated and modular components, supporting a circular approach to construction.
Sealing and weatherproofing
Adhesives, sealants and surface treatments contribute to the overall performance of prefabricated and modular buildings by providing effective sealing and weather resistance. This helps improve the durability of structures, reduces the risk of water damage and reduces the need for repairs or replacement.
Innovative & customised solutions
Our customer-centric approach enables us to respond to the unique needs and challenges of individual projects, ensuring that our solutions are not only effective but also user-friendly. By tailoring our solutions to specific challenges, we optimise construction and production processes. One way of doing this is by developing customised product formulations and adapting packaging to specific requirements.
Disassembly and reuse
Novatech focuses on the development of dismountable adhesives and sealants, which is closely aligned with the principles of sustainable and circular construction. Detachable adhesives are designed in such a way that components can be easily detached, promoting reuse and recycling of materials. This emphasis on detachability is crucial for adapting to changing needs or reusing materials.
The development of such removable adhesives contributes to the overall goal of creating more environmentally friendly and resource-efficient buildings. By enabling easy disassembly, Novatech's solutions support a circular economy and not only meet the immediate needs of efficient assembly, but also address the end-of-life phase, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices from construction to final dismantling.
Bio-based and non-toxic solutions
Novatech is highly committed to low toxicity, compliance with relevant social and environmental legislation, suitability certification, EMS & OHS compliance and healthy VOC levels. The many quality labels and certifications reflect this commitment.
However, this does not stop us from looking beyond what is possible today. For example, bio-based materials derived from renewable natural resources have the potential to further reduce environmental impact and contribute to healthier working and living environments.
Moreover, an emphasis on research into bio-based technologies aligns with broader environmental goals by helping to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and supporting the development of more sustainable supply chains. By investing in research into renewable raw materials, Novatech contributes to the overall reduction of the carbon footprint of our solutions and, by extension, the entire construction industry.
Full-surface bonding reinvented
After years of extensive research and testing, Novatech International has succeeded in developing the world's first sprayable MS hybrid polymer adhesive, NAH-1900 MS SprayBond. This spray adhesive, based on the latest generation of low-viscosity MS hybrid polymers, represents a major revolution in adhesive technology. MS SprayBond's patent-pending formulation combines strength and efficiency with a safer and healthier working environment.
With a focus on addressing the efficiency and health disadvantages of traditional spray adhesives, MS SprayBond offers remarkable benefits, including:
Ability to reposition
Single-sided application
Higher temperature resistance
Solvent- , isocyanate- and phthalate-free formula
Low VOC emissions
60% lower CO2 impact
Join us in building a sustainable future
We would love to discuss with you how we can support your sustainable construction projects with our solutions.