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Ecoboard is a plastic hollow board primarily used as a formwork material for concrete casting. It is composed of polypropylene plastic which gives its high durability, smooth surface, high heat and water resistance properties. As an alternative to traditional wooden formworks, i.e. phenolic boards, Ecoboard saves both on construction cost, through its reusability; and time, through its workability. While this lightweight board can be used multiple times, increasing work productivity, it also has a wide array of applications such as lightweight partitions, modular cabinets and shelves.

Ecoboard is a plastic hollow board primarily used as a formwork material for concrete casting. It is composed of polypropylene plastic which gives its high durability, smooth surface, high heat and water resistance properties. As an alternative to traditional wooden formworks, i.e. phenolic boards, Ecoboard saves both on construction cost, through its reusability; and time, through its workability. While this lightweight board can be used multiple times, increasing work productivity, it also has a wide array of applications such as lightweight partitions, modular cabinets and shelves.

FEATURES

cost saving

COST EFFICIENT & REUSABLE

Can be reused over 30x without difficulty. Cost is effectively lower compared to traditional wooden formworks.

easy to use 2

EASY TO USE & TRANSPORT

Formwork installation and removal is faster given the workability and lightweight properties of the plastic board, can be easily cut, nailed, screwed and drilled.

water moisture resist

WATER PROOF

High water resistance. No water absorption or bubbling even if left under wet conditions.

moisture resistant

SURFACE ABRASION RESISTANT

Surface is smooth and can withstand abrasion especially during stripping / dismantling after concrete is dried, thereby allowing a smoother concrete finish.

chemical resistant

HEAT / CHEMICAL RESISTANT

Suitable under a wide range of weather conditions (-10 to 90 deg C). Surface is resistant to chemicals and other substances that would otherwise damage traditional formworks.

ecofriendly

ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY

No toxic substances used to make the plastic board (lead, mercury, cadmium, etc).

minimal maintenance

MINIMAL MAINTENANCE

Can be stored over a long period of time without preventive maintenance. Surface is easily cleaned by washing in order for multiple use.

chemical resistant

HEAT / CHEMICAL RESISTANT

Suitable under a wide range of weather conditions (-10 to 90 deg C). Surface is resistant to chemicals and other substances that would otherwise damage traditional formworks.

ecofriendly

ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY

No toxic substances used to make the plastic board (lead, mercury, cadmium, etc).

minimal maintenance

MINIMAL MAINTENANCE

Can be stored over a long period of time without preventive maintenance. Surface is easily cleaned by washing in order for multiple use.

SPECIFICATIONS ECOBOARD 18 MM PHENOLIC BOARD
18 mm or 3/4 inch
conservative maximized
COST PER PIECE* ( 4 X 8 FT ) Php 2,950 Php 2,950 Php 1,600
NO. OF TIMES USED** 15x 25x 6x
COST PER USAGE Php 197 Php 118 Php 267
COST PER SQM Php 66 Php 39 Php 89
SAVINGS VS PHENOLIC BOARD 26% 56%
APPROX. # OF TIMES USE TO BREAKEVEN
WITH PHENOLIC BOARD
11x
* Prices may be subject to change
** Subject to on-site handling, proper usage, and maintenance
STANDARD SIZES THICKNESS
(IN MM)
WEIGHT
(EST PER PIECE)
1220 mm x 2440 mm ( 4 ft x 8 ft) 12
15
18
19 kg
24 kg
28 kg
SPECIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS INSPECTION RESULT TESTING BASIS
HARDNESS (D) > 58 66 GB/T 2411 – 2008
IMPACT STRENGTH (kl/sqm) > 30 44.5 GB/T 1043.3 – 2008
BENDING STRENGTH (MPa) > 30 58.5 GB/T 9341 – 2008
BENDING MODULUS (MPa) > 3000 3.07 X 10 M3 GB/T 9341 – 2008
HEATING RATE CROSSWISE (%) ± 0.2 – 0.11 JG/T 418 – 2014 7.2.7
HEATING RATE LENGTHWISE (%) ± 0.2 – 0.125 JG/T 418 – 2013 7.2.7
VICAT SOFTENING POINT (dec C) > 80 82 GB/T 1034 – 2008
WATER ABSORPTION (%) < 0.5 0.42 GB/T 1633 – 2000
*Using Sample Size: 1830 MM x 915 MM x 15 MM

DIFFICULT

PERFORMANCE ECOBOARD FORMWORK PVC PLASTIC FORMWORK PHENOLIC BOARD
WATER RESISTANCE GOOD GOOD POOR
SURFACE ABRASION RESISTANCE GOOD GOOD POOR
FIRE/HEAT RESISTANCE GOOD GOOD POOR
IMPACT / DROP STRENGTH HIGH HIGH NORMAL
AFTER ABSORBING WATER NO DEFORMED MINIMAL DEFORMATION DEFORMED
WARPING AFTER USE NO MINIMAL WARPING YES
WEIGHT ( kg/pc ) 24 (15 MM) 29 (15 MM) 25 (15 MM)
RECYCLABILITY YES YES NO
COST OF USE LOWEST LOW HIGH
REUSABLE TIME OVER 30X OVER 30X 3-4X
FORMWORK STRIPPING PROCESS EASY EASY DIFFICULT
NAILABLE AND SCREWABLE YES YES YES
CAN BE CUT / WOODEN SAW YES YES YES
SCRAP VALUE SOME SOME NONE
MATERIAL POLYPROPYLENE (PP) POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) WOODEN SHEETS
SIZE 1220 x 2440 x 12/15/18 mm 1220 x 2440 x 12/15/18 mm 1220 x 2440 x 12/18 mm
SPECIFICATIONS ECOBOARD 18 MM PHENOLIC BOARD
18 mm or 3/4 inch
conservative maximized
COST PER PIECE* ( 4 X 8 FT ) Php 2,950 Php 2,950 Php 1,600
NO. OF TIMES USED** 15x 25x 6x
COST PER USAGE Php 197 Php 118 Php 267
COST PER SQM Php 66 Php 39 Php 89
SAVINGS VS PHENOLIC BOARD 26% 56%
APPROX. # OF TIMES USE TO BREAKEVEN
WITH PHENOLIC BOARD
11x
* Prices may be subject to change
** Subject to on-site handling, proper usage, and maintenance
STANDARD SIZES THICKNESS
(IN MM)
WEIGHT
(EST PER PIECE)
1220 mm x 2440 mm ( 4 ft x 8 ft) 12
15
18
19 kg
24 kg
28 kg
SPECIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS INSPECTION RESULT TESTING BASIS
HARDNESS (D) > 58 66 GB/T 2411 – 2008
IMPACT STRENGTH (kl/sqm) > 30 44.5 GB/T 1043.3 – 2008
BENDING STRENGTH (MPa) > 30 58.5 GB/T 9341 – 2008
BENDING MODULUS (MPa) > 3000 3.07 X 10 M3 GB/T 9341 – 2008
HEATING RATE CROSSWISE (%) ± 0.2 – 0.11 JG/T 418 – 2014 7.2.7
HEATING RATE LENGTHWISE (%) ± 0.2 – 0.125 JG/T 418 – 2013
7.2.7
VICAT SOFTENING POINT (dec C) > 80 82 GB/T 1034 – 2008
WATER ABSORPTION (%) < 0.5 0.42 GB/T 1633 – 2000
*Using Sample Size: 1830 MM x 915 MM x 15 MM

DIFFICULT

PERFORMANCE ECOBOARD FORMWORK PVC PLASTIC FORMWORK PHENOLIC BOARD
WATER RESISTANCE GOOD GOOD POOR
SURFACE ABRASION RESISTANCE GOOD GOOD POOR
FIRE/HEAT RESISTANCE GOOD GOOD POOR
IMPACT / DROP STRENGTH HIGH HIGH NORMAL
AFTER ABSORBING WATER NO DEFORMED MINIMAL DEFORMATION DEFORMED
WARPING AFTER USE NO MINIMAL WARPING YES
WEIGHT ( kg/pc ) 24 (15 MM) 29 (15 MM) 25 (15 MM)
RECYCLABILITY YES YES NO
COST OF USE LOWEST LOW HIGH
REUSABLE TIME OVER 30X OVER 30X 3-4X
FORMWORK STRIPPING PROCESS EASY EASY DIFFICULT
NAILABLE AND SCREWABLE YES YES YES
CAN BE CUT / WOODEN SAW YES YES YES
SCRAP VALUE SOME SOME NONE
MATERIAL POLYPROPYLENE (PP) POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) WOODEN SHEETS
SIZE 1220 x 2440 x 12/15/18 mm 1220 x 2440 x 12/15/18 mm 1220 x 2440 x 12/18 mm

HANDLING, INSTALLATION AND APPLICATIONS

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