Xeriant, Inc. (OTCQB: XERI) has published an updated 36-page white paper examining global plastic and fiber waste, increasing natural disaster risks, and the need for resilient, sustainable construction materials, the company announced. The paper highlights Xeriant’s NexBoard building panel and newly introduced NexPatch fire-resistant joint compound as technologies designed to convert waste into high-performance building materials while supporting safer and more affordable housing.
The white paper underscores the potential of these products to address two critical challenges: the mounting volume of plastic and fiber waste worldwide and the growing frequency and severity of natural disasters, particularly wildfires and floods. By transforming waste streams into durable construction materials, Xeriant aims to reduce environmental impact while enhancing building safety.
NexBoard, a patent-pending composite construction panel made from plastic and fiber waste, is designed to replace traditional materials such as drywall, plywood, OSB, MDF, and MgO board. The white paper highlights NexBoard’s recent third-party fire certification results, including a Class A rating under ASTM E84 and successful completion of the NFPA 286 corner room burn test. These certifications demonstrate the panel’s ability to resist flame spread and contribute to fire safety in buildings.
The newly introduced NexPatch joint compound uses the same proprietary intumescent technology as NexBoard, providing continuous fire protection across wall and ceiling assemblies. This innovation allows for seamless fire-resistant coverage, addressing vulnerabilities at joints and seams where fires can often penetrate.
Xeriant noted that the products also have the potential to improve building insurability and reduce insurance costs by lowering fire and water damage risks. As insurers increasingly factor in climate resilience, materials that mitigate damage from natural disasters could become more valuable for property owners and developers. The white paper explores how adoption of such materials might lead to lower premiums and broader coverage availability in high-risk areas.
The white paper is part of Xeriant’s broader mission to discover, develop, and commercialize transformative technologies across multiple industrial sectors. The company’s advanced materials line is marketed under the DUREVER brand and includes NexBoard, which is designed to offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional construction materials.
For more information, visit the company’s newsroom at https://nnw.fm/XERI. The full press release is available at https://nnw.fm/ayXBU.
