Golden Beam Pockets (BP Series) offer several environmental advantages compared to traditional materials like wood voids, styrofoam, and embed plates, primarily due to their higher recyclability and lower environmental impact throughout the lifecycle of the product.
1. Recyclability
One of the most significant environmental benefits of Golden Beam Pockets is their 100% recyclability both pre- and post-consumer. In contrast, materials like wood voids and styrofoam have limited or no recycling potential, leading to a higher percentage of waste and disposal.
When Golden Beam Pockets are installed, only about 3% of the product typically ends up in the waste stream, and all remaining components are fully recyclable after the building's expiration. This contrasts sharply with traditional materials, where up to 100% of the product may end up in landfills.
2. Reduction in Carbon Emissions
Traditional building materials like embed plates and styrofoam contribute significantly to CO₂ emissions due to the welding process and production methods. The welding involved with embed plates, for example, emits significant CO₂ and VOC gases.
In comparison, Golden Beam Pockets produce negligible CO₂ emissions, and their manufacturing process involves 95% low gas-emitting materials, drastically reducing the environmental impact associated with construction.
3. Pollution from Disposal
Golden Beam Pockets also outshine traditional materials in terms of disposal. While products like styrofoam have a 90% pollution potential upon disposal, Golden Beam Pockets have only a 5% pollution potential, meaning their disposal causes minimal environmental harm.
Additionally, VOC emissions during the installation and disposal stages are significantly lower for BP Series compared to other products, contributing to better air quality on and around construction sites.
4. LEED Certification
The sustainability of Golden Beam Pockets contributes positively to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) ratings. Their ability to be recycled both pre- and post-consumer supports LEED 4.1 certification and provides a more sustainable option for builders aiming to achieve a higher environmental rating.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Golden Beam Pockets are more environmentally friendly due to their high recyclability, lower CO₂ emissions during manufacturing, and minimal pollution at disposal. These factors make them an ideal choice for projects aiming for sustainability and LEED certification, while also providing the structural benefits and ease of installation that construction professionals expect.