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ScienceSouth progress of construction work. (pic. December 2007)
The design of the Sprung building alone is a lesson in science and technology. The Sprung structure consists of an aluminum frame, insulated cross section and an architectural membrane. The structure has been developed to withstand wind, fire, snow, and just about any menace that nature can deliver.
The aluminum frame showcases the strength, lightness, and simplicity of aluminum as a building material. Aluminum has an indefinite life expectancy and actually increases in strength with age because aluminum does not suffer from the corrosion inherent in steel structures. In addition, aluminum is 100% recyclable with no loss of quality. The material in the insulated cross section is a formaldehyde free fiberglass blanket. It is the only such formaldehyde free product available in the world. The result is a building that has excellent safety and energy conservation properties. Having a properly insulated structure is important in reducing energy costs.
“The building itself is energy efficient, movable, and able to withstand forces of nature,” Project Manager Perry Gauthier said. “This unique structure will be the perfect setting for the unique activities we’ll be offering.”
