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INNOVIDA’S STATE-OF-THE ART SHELTER SOLUTIONS

Walls made of Fiber Composite Panels, demountable steel frame and Fiber Composite Corrugated Roof. InnoShelters exceed Shelter international standards.

Source: - Thursday, July 29, 2010

 

Starting at $3,000

Features:

• Affordable solution


• Tested and approved to withstand the effects of 110+ mph winds (177 km/h)


• Highly resistant to seismic forces


• Fire resistant, Rated class C per ASTM E-84


• Waterproof and resistant to the detrimental effects of rust, algae, mold, mildew and termites


• Flooding will not compromise the structural integrity


• Easy to maintain, it can be washed with a hose and normal detergent


• Environmentally friendly and energy efficient


• Wall insulation allows for comfortable living conditions and temperatures


• Fast and simple to build with ready-to-assemble components. Assembly takes approximately 6 hours with 4 people


• No special skills are required for assembly


• All components - frame, walls and roof - can be dismounted and reusable without loss of strength and structural integrity


• Easily transportable


• Provides a secure barrier against intrusion from blunt and sharp objects


• Attachment to slab, InnoVida’s Grid or soil is done with special anchors provided in the kit


• Rigidity and strength of walls adds sustainability and allows for a solution that can last decades


• All structural components - frame, walls and roof - carry a 10 year warranty

Design:

• Walls have an insulation core thickness of 1”, 1.5” or 2.5”


• Different sizes and designs available


• Internal partitions can be added


• High vaulted ceilings


• Wall height is 8’


• Structures allow a front or back porch


• Allows for custom designs


• Different type of windows and doors are available


• Structure can be extended


• Provides Handicap access


• Design allows for cross and natural ventilation


• Exterior and interior walls come in a wide range of different
colors

From Transitional InnoShelter to Permanent House:

• InnoShelter is easily converted into permanent housing by adding interior finished walls and ceilings, simply using drywall, durock or OSB boards


• Easy to pass electrical and plumbing conduits


• Allows for extensions and internal partitions


• Allows usage of different doors and windows

 

 

 

 

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