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Raised floor systems expand in Brazil's sustainable construction sector
Raised floor systems are gaining traction in the Brazilian construction industry as a sustainable ‘dry construction’ solution. This modular system, consisting of plates supported by pedestals, eliminates the need for water and mortar during assembly, unlike traditional subfloors.
By utilizing mechanical assembly, the technology avoids the 7-to-14-day curing period required for conventional mortar, potentially reducing construction schedules by up to 70%. The system also offers environmental benefits; because it is mechanical, the floors can be disassembled and reused rather than becoming demolition waste. This addresses significant industry challenges, as the construction sector is responsible for approximately 21% of global treated water consumption.
Bruno Nakamura, co-founder of Pisos Elevados Brasil, notes that the method reduces resource consumption throughout the project lifecycle. The adoption of this technology is being driven by various sectors, including the rapid expansion of data centers in Brazil.
Entities
Brazilian Chamber of the Construction Industry · Bruno Nakamura · Green Building Council · Pisos Elevados Brasil
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Raised floor systems can reduce construction schedules by up to 70%. www.terra.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The expansion of data centers in Brazil is driving the demand for raised floor technology. www.terra.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The mechanical assembly of raised floors allows the system to be disassembled, relocated, and reused. revistaempreende.com.br
- [● 3 SOURCES] Raised floor systems eliminate the need for water and mortar during assembly. portal.comunique-se.com.br · revistaempreende.com.br · www.terra.com.br
- [● 3 SOURCES] The construction sector accounts for approximately 21% of all treated water consumption globally. portal.comunique-se.com.br · revistaempreende.com.br · www.terra.com.br