Lida Group Brings New Construction Solutions to Builders and Developers

At the recent International Construction and Engineering Conference held in Shenzhen, China, Lida Group introduced several new product innovations expanding the applications of their reusable prefabricated metal construction system. Founded in 1993, Lida Group has long been a leader in developing modular and prefabricated building solutions made from lightweight and durable galvanized steel that reduce construction waste. Their newly unveiled framing and enclosure technologies provide even more flexible and sustainable options for projects of all types and sizes.

The conference was a chance for Lida Group to share their latest building science advances with architects, engineers, and contractors looking for high-performance, cost-effective construction methods. In attendance were representatives from major multinational construction firms and developers with projects across Asia and globally. In presentations over the three day event, Lida Group product managers and engineers detailed the functional and environmental benefits their new products offer project teams tasked with efficiently delivering safe, durable structures.

A key product launch was Lida Group’s patented reinforced load-bearing stud framing system. The framing features galvanized C-shaped studs with an internal gap filled with lightweight concrete. Reinforcing steel bars run vertically within the concrete core, anchored at the top and bottom tracks, to distribute loads effectively throughout multi-story wall and floor assemblies. Compared to traditional light gauge steel studs, the load-bearing studs can support significantly higher vertical and lateral loads without needing additional bracing or reinforcement.

Engineers at Lida Group’s research facility developed the framing after extensive full-scale testing under various loading conditions. The studs demonstrated high flexural, axial, and shear capacities far exceeding code requirements for wood or steel stud walls. They maintain integrity even when subjected to impacts, cyclic loading, or seismic events that could compromise lighter framing. The concrete infill also acts as a heat sink moderating interior temperatures and providing effective sound insulation.

Importantly for construction workflows, the modular load-bearing studs are compatible with standard finishing materials like drywall or exterior sheathing. Project teams need only drop the precut studs into place between floors or along wall lines, then attach interior and exterior facades using typical fastening methods. No special tools, skills, or scheduling of other trades is required. The framing can carry its own dead loads during erection, speeding completion of floors and enclosing the building envelope more rapidly.

Another innovation Lida Group previewed are their new insulated prefabricated wall and roof panel systems. Made from the same durable galvanized steel with a foamed-in-place insulating core, the durable sandwich panels provide excellent resistance to heat, cold, moisture, impact and fire. Available in a range of standard sizes, the rigid insulated panels interlock together on-site like LEGO bricks using concealed connection hardware embedded in each panel edge.

Contractors appreciated how easily and safely the insulated panels are lifted into place with minimal equipment. Once assembled, the air and moisture tight enclosure provides a stable, protected environment for interior finishes even before interior partitioning or mechanical, electrical and plumbing rough-ins begin. With continuous insulation uninterrupted by thermal bridges, the panels significantly outperform conventional site-built assemblies for effective temperature control and energy efficiency. Their light weight of around 5 pounds per square foot also reduces loads on the supporting structure.

In wall applications, the rigid rainscreen design of the insulated panels allows incident water to drain and evaporate without penetrating the building envelope. Exterior surfaces can be pre-finished with a variety of aesthetically-pleasing and durable architectural facades or finished on-site. Interior sheathing provides a durable substrate for tapes and drywall in occupied spaces. Lida Group representatives emphasized how quickly entire building enclosures can be completed with their prefabricated panels system compared to traditional on-site methods prone to weather delays.

A final technology previewed was Lida Group’s new cable-braced shear wall system for lateral force resisting structures. Integrated vertical steel cables are post-tensioned between sill and head tracks reinforcing prefabricated load-bearing stud walls. Simple-to-install interlocking wall panels up to 12 feet tall distribute wind, seismic and other racking loads across the entire height of shear walls through the rigid galvanized steel framing system. The ultra-strong cable-braced walls meet or exceed code minimums for seismic design even in high risk zones with minimal area requirements compared to other methods.

Throughout the multi-day technical conference, reception to Lida Group’s innovative modular construction solutions was overwhelmingly positive according to company management. Representatives from engineering and architecture firms were impressed by the advanced performance, sustainability and cost-saving potential of the products. Developers and builders responded enthusiastically to how the prefabricated systems can accelerate project schedules, improve quality, and help manage escalating construction labor costs which continue to rise across Asia and worldwide markets.

In conclusion, Lida Group’s introductions of new patented load-bearing metal framing, insulated prefabricated wall and roof panels, and cable-braced shear wall technologies expand possibilities for the application of their reusable modular building system. The products aim to revolutionize construction workflows and enclosure design by streamlining assembly, improving weather-resistance and structural integrity, and reducing material waste. With their advanced manufacturing expertise and focus on high-performance, sustainable building science, Lida Group solidifies its leadership supporting the evolving needs of global construction industries into the future. Their prefabricated solutions offer project teams reliable options to deliver safe, durable, energy efficient structures to communities worldwide in ever more efficient and responsible ways.

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