InventWood develops SuperWood, a high-performance building material that combines a superior strength-to-weight ratio with carbon storage capabilities, effectively replacing traditional steel in construction. This technology enables builders to reduce costs and construction times while creating sustainable structures that are resistant to weather, fire, pests, and decay.
Funding
$8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
The construction industry relies heavily on steel, a material with a high carbon footprint and significant transportation costs. Traditional wood building materials often lack the strength and durability required for large-scale construction, limiting their use as sustainable alternatives.
Solution
InventWood has developed SuperWood, a high-performance wood building material engineered for superior strength and durability, offering a sustainable alternative to steel. Through a proprietary process involving lignin nano-modification and super-densification, ordinary wood is transformed into a material with an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. SuperWood outperforms steel in strength while sequestering carbon, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint in construction projects. The resulting material is suitable for facades, structural components, and various other building applications, enabling faster construction times and reduced costs.
Target Audience
InventWood's primary customers include builders, architects, and construction companies seeking sustainable, high-performance building materials to replace steel and reduce construction costs.
Features
- Unmatched strength-to-weight ratio exceeding that of traditional steel
- Utilizes a patented lignin nano-modification process
- Achieves super-densification of wood fibers for enhanced structural integrity
- Class A fire rating for superior fire resistance
- Resistant to pests, rot, and decay, ensuring long-term durability
- Workable with standard woodworking tools, simplifying construction processes
- Available in both board and veneer formats for diverse applications
- Sourced from domestic reclaimed trees, promoting sustainable forestry practices