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 EFFICIENT & REUSABLE
Can be reused over 30x without difficulty. Cost is effectively lower compared to traditional wooden formworks.
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 PROOF
High water resistance. No water absorption or bubbling even if left under wet conditions.
SURFACE ABRASION RESISTANT
Surface is smooth and can withstand abrasion especially during stripping / dismantling after concrete is dried, thereby allowing a smoother concrete finish.
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY
No toxic substances used to make the plastic board (lead, mercury, cadmium, etc).
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.
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY
No toxic substances used to make the plastic board (lead, mercury, cadmium, etc).
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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
