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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ZS2 launches Gen 2 magnesium cement materials for climate-resilient construction
ZS2 Technologies has announced the introduction of its second-generation (Gen 2) magnesium cement building materials, a step in scaling climate-resilient construction for North America. The Gen 2 platform is claimed to provide a durable, noncombustible alternative to conventional materials such as gypsum and oriented strand board, which are susceptible to mould, moisture, and have limited fire resistance. This launch aims to address the performance gaps and supply chain volatility associated with imported magnesium oxide (MgO) products. The Gen 2 materials launch is backed by over $9.9m in grant funding. ZS2 Technologies CEO Scott Jenkins said: "Our Gen 2 product line is not a concept. It's certified, spec'd into projects, and it's ready to meet the demands of today's building industry. "We've redefined how magnesium cement is made, where it comes from, and how it performs. Builders are choosing ZS2 because they're done waiting for MgO materials to arrive from overseas. We're delivering what they need right here in North America." ZS2 Technologies has rapidly scaled its waste-to-cement process from lab innovation to commercial readiness in just five years. The company has already completed several projects with its first-generation materials, including commercial and residential developments in Alberta and California. ZS2 is now commencing commercial production of Gen 2, targeting the supply of certified materials for construction projects across North America. The ZS2TechTile, a key component of the Gen 2 platform, has been classified as noncombustible under the ASTM E136-19a standard, reinforcing the material's safety credentials, stated the company. The Gen 2 lineup continues to offer resistance to fire, mould, water, and pests while also delivering low-carbon performance and exceptional strength. The product range includes the ZS2 TechStone for exterior applications, ZS2TechTile for raised flooring systems, ZS2TechBoard for wet-rated interior spaces, and ZS2TechBoard for structural sheathing. ZS2's approach to using Canadian industrial by-products and local production is claimed to address the quality and supply chain issues that have previously limited the use of MgO. The company also stated that its materials are poised to meet the construction industry's need for reduced emissions and resilience against extreme weather, with cement being a significant contributor to global carbon dioxide emissions. "ZS2 launches Gen 2 magnesium cement materials for climate-resilient construction" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Cision Canada
15-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
ZS2 Technologies Scales First Domestic Production of Magnesium Cement Technology in North America
High-performance cement building materials now made with patented low-carbon tech and Canadian-sourced inputs, replacing overseas supply with North American resilience CALGARY, AB, May 15, 2025 /CNW/ - ZS2 Technologies has announced the launch of its second-generation (Gen 2) magnesium cement building materials, backed by verified fire performance, patented low-carbon technology, and domestically sourced inputs. The Gen 2 platform marks a major step in the North American scale-up of climate-resilient construction materials, offering a durable, non-combustible alternative to traditional gypsum, oriented strand board (OSB), and imported magnesium oxide (MgO) products. Gypsum and OSB are widely used in residential and commercial construction for wall assemblies and sheathing but are prone to mold, moisture damage, and limited fire resistance—leading to costly repairs, insurance concerns, and accelerated material failure on-site. Backed by over $9.9 million in grant funding, this launch introduces a domestic solution to the performance gaps of conventional materials and the volatility of imported MgO. In just five years, ZS2 has transformed its patented waste-to-cement process from a lab-scale innovation into a commercially ready platform. Alongside the development of Gen 2, the company has completed high-profile projects using its first-generation materials, including a Krispy Kreme location in Edmonton, Alberta, the largest Habitat for Humanity development in Calaveras County, California, and the mixed-use Shawnessy Station by Trico Homes in Calgary, Alberta. ZS2 is now entering commercial production for Gen 2, focused on supplying certified, next-generation materials for real-world projects across North America. As part of Gen 2's performance validation roadmap, ZS2TechTile™, a raised flooring system designed for data center and modular commercial construction, was recently classified as non-combustible under ASTM E136-19a. This industry standard test determines whether a material will ignite, burn, or release heat when exposed to high temperatures. The result reinforces confidence in the Gen 2 platform and builds on third-party certifications from ZS2's Gen 1 materials, including Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), Evaluation Service Reports (ESRs), High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) approvals, and Code Evaluation Reports (CERs). The patented formulation and process of the domestic Gen 2 product line builds on the proven success of ZS2's first-generation suite of climate-resilient materials. The expanded lineup continues to deliver fire, mold, water, and pest resistance, along with low-carbon performance and exceptional strength and durability: ZS2 TechStone™ Lightweight MgO stone facade, veneer, and cladding for durable, impact-resistant, fire-rated exterior applications ZS2TechTile™ 2x2 Non-combustible, low-carbon raised flooring system ideal for data center construction ZS2TechBoard™ 3x5 Backer Board Wet-rated interior magnesium cement board for tiled walls, showers, and utility spaces ZS2TechBoard™ 4x8 Structural Sheathing Lightweight, high-strength sheathing panel for walls and ceilings with proven fire and moisture resistance While MgO has long been recognized for its potential, inconsistent quality and reliance on overseas supply chains have limited its use. ZS2 has solved both challenges. By formulating with Canadian industrial by-products and producing locally, Gen 2 materials offer consistent strength, fire performance, and supply chain reliability without the compromises of legacy materials. This launch comes at a time when the construction industry is under increasing pressure to reduce emissions, strengthen domestic supply chains, and build resilience against fire, flood, and extreme weather. Cement remains one of the most carbon-intensive materials globally, responsible for an estimated 7 percent of global CO₂ emissions. Magnesium cement offers a proven alternative at a 1/3 of the carbon footprint, but until now, has been held back by lack of access and localized production. ZS2 has changed that. "Our Gen 2 product line is not a concept. It's certified, spec'd into projects, and it's ready to meet the demands of today's building industry," said Scott Jenkins, CEO of ZS2 Technologies. "We've redefined how magnesium cement is made, where it comes from, and how it performs. Builders are choosing ZS2 because they're done waiting for MgO materials to arrive from overseas. We're delivering what they need right here in North America." ZS2's building materials give architects, designers, and builders the ability to meet evolving code and sustainability targets with the confidence of local production and performance-verified products. Supported by a growing portfolio of patents and certifications, ZS2 Technologies is delivering what the construction industry needs today and setting a new benchmark for what's possible in the built environment. With its Gen 2 platform now in place and full board production scaling through 2025, ZS2 is providing a stable, high-performance, climate-aligned alternative for projects across North America. About ZS2 Technologies ZS2 Technologies is the North American leader in magnesium cement technology, innovating both its production and its applications. ZS2 delivers a full suite of high-performance building materials manufactured across North America, trusted by architects, developers, and builders for their strength, sustainability, and resilience. ZS2 products are available for projects across North America through its growing TechPartner distribution network, connecting regional builders and developers to certified magnesium cement solutions. All ZS2 materials are fire-resistant, water-resistant, non-toxic, and designed to meet the performance demands of modern residential, commercial, and industrial construction. To learn more about ZS2 Technologies and its magnesium cement technology, visit Certain statements in this news release are "forward-looking statements", which reflect current expectations of the management of ZS2 regarding future events or ZS2's future performance. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this news release may be forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. ZS2 believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements should not be unduly relied upon. The forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release and ZS2 assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as expressly required by applicable securities law.
