Amidst the Downturn in the Building Materials Industry in 2017, New Explosion-Proof Boards Defy the Trend

Compared to the past, modern living standards have significantly improved, yet incidents of explosions and fires still occur frequently. Many traditional building materials often fail to provide protection during fires or explosions; some may even fuel the flames and release toxic smoke while burning, causing irreversible harm to our health and lives. Therefore, there is a pressing need to develop new building materials with superior fire and explosion resistance, such as explosion-proof boards, for use as decorative panels in hazardous areas of homes. This not only enhances aesthetics but also safeguards our health and safety.

Explosion-proof boards typically feature a sandwich structure: a surface layer of hot-dip galvanized steel plate, a core layer of reinforced fiber cement board, and another surface layer of perforated steel plate. The steel plate is punched with round holes, and the edges of these holes are serrated to anchor into the cement layer. Under high pressure, the three layers are tightly bonded. Once the cement sets, the result is a durable, steel-reinforced fire and explosion-proof board that combines the advantages of both steel and fiber cement.

While explosion-proof boards serve as a secondary protective measure, their importance becomes evident once installed in traditional buildings. Without such protection, explosions can cause severe damage to walls and pose significant risks to human life. With explosion-proof boards, however, the harm caused by explosions can be substantially mitigated. These boards are widely used in factories, basements, and even in explosion-proof doors and windows, demonstrating their versatility and effectiveness.

As 2017 draws to a close, the home furnishings industry has faced challenges amidst the "green wave," with many traditional building material companies experiencing fluctuations. Looking back, the building materials industry has navigated a year of mixed emotions—marked by both anxiety and resilience. While some companies thrived due to their core competitiveness, others struggled, having prioritized short-term gains over sustainable development.

As a green building material developed in the 21st century, explosion-proof boards stand out amid the industry downturn in 2017, offering unique benefits to their manufacturers. The performance of explosion-proof boards is a key factor driving their widespread use and popularity. As a composite of fiber cement board and galvanized steel, these boards combine the tensile strength of fiber cement with the hardness of steel. They are fireproof, moisture-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and explosion-proof—offering exceptional value that aligns perfectly with the preferences of today’s younger generation. Rather than saying consumers choose explosion-proof boards, it might be more accurate to say that explosion-proof boards choose their consumers.