TechBoard™
Formulated using ZS2’s proprietary material science, TechBoard is climate resilient and environmentally responsible MgO sheathing without compromising on performance.
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MgO Sheathing, Backing Board & Underlayment
TechBoard™ is a high-performance sheathing, backing board and underlayment engineered with ZS2 Technologies’ proprietary Magnesium Oxide (MgO) cement technology. Combining advanced material science with environmental responsibility, TechBoard™ delivers exceptional strength and climate resilience without compromising on performance.
Features
- Fire Protection. Flame spread index of 10 or less and a smoke developed index of 5 or less meeting Class A requirements
- When added to wall studs, significantly reducing the risk of twisting and bending caused by external forces such as wind, seismic activity, and building shifts
- Withstands extended exposure to moisture and does not delaminate
- Multiple Edge Profiles
- Fire Resistant
- Climate Resilient
- Water Resistant
- Bacteria and Mold Resistant
- Dimensional Stability
Uses
- Eliminates the need for conventional OSB or plywood sheathing
- Lends structural support to walls in Type I, II, III, IV and V construction
- Enhances the structural integrity of wall assemblies by reinforcing and binding wall studs together
- Withstands extended exposure to moisture and does not delaminate
Designed For:
- Interior and Exterior Sheathing
- Fire-rated walls
- Ceilings
- Subfloor
- Tile Backer board
- Wall Sheathing for Wet-Rated Areas
Testing & Certifications
We don’t just meet industry standards; we set them. By heavily investing in testing and certifications, ZS2 can confidently and safely bring innovative constructions to market that seamlessly integrate into existing regulations and industry standards.
We’ve built rigorous Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) procedures into our manufacturing processes to ensure streamlined delivery from production to construction. This ensures that our building materials undergo rigorous assessments to guarantee enhanced durability, resilience, and long-term performance in diverse environmental conditions. This proactive approach minimizes the risk of failures, enhances safety, and protects the investments made in construction projects.
Our team proudly collaborates with QAI Laboratories (QAI) for testing, certification, and Code Evaluation Reports for ZS2 building products. From inspecting our manufacturing equipment to batch testing our TechBoard before panel assembly, QAI acts as an independent third-party testing, inspection and certification organization to ensure transparency at every step of the process.
QAI’s certification mark is recognized with building officials throughout North America including the CCMC, the Florida Building Commission, Miami-Dade County, Los Angeles City Building Department, California State Fire Marshal, and others.
This ensures all ZS2 products that arrive on site meet and exceed project requirements.
Technical Documents
Explore our comprehensive technical document downloads section for in-depth insights into our building materials. Access a variety of documents, including product specifications, installation guides, for the essential information.
- TechBoard™ Product Sheet
- TechBoard™ Data Sheet
- TechBoard™ Installation Guide
TechBoard FAQ
Building with TechBoard has increased benefits to the overall longevity of buildings. TechBoard can be used to replace traditional sheathing products like plywood, OSB, or drywall with a fire, mold, and water-resistant solution. Additionally, TechBoard has increased structural capacities compared to traditional materials.
TechBoard is our proprietary magnesium-based cement board. Our R&D team, led by Dr. Doug Brown (Ph.D. Chemistry), has developed a proprietary high strength cement formulation which is highly fire, water, mold, and pest resistant with a significantly reduced carbon footprint vs. other traditional cement products.
ZS2 Technologies utilizes a proprietary magnesium cement formulation to create TechBoard. Magnesium oxide (MgO) is one of the most stable and highly resistant minerals to heat, which is why it’s used to make molds for molten metals, and even heat shields on spacecraft. TechBoard is highly flame resistant, produces no toxic off gasses and prevents significant heat transfer. The reason? Nearly 50% of TechBoard is chemically encapsulated water. Nearly double the amount of drywall, which is traditionally used to build 1 and 2 hour fire walls.