Xeriant, Inc. (OTCQB: XERI) announced that its NexBoard fire-resistant construction panel has achieved a Class A fire rating in ASTM E84 certification testing, the highest classification available under the widely recognized industry standard for evaluating flame spread and smoke development in building materials. The company said the certification validates years of product development and represents a key milestone in advancing NexBoard as an alternative to traditional drywall and other construction panels.
Management said the certification is expected to support commercialization efforts and help convert a backlog of potential customers that have been awaiting third-party validation before moving toward purchase orders. In addition to fire resistance, NexBoard is designed to provide protection against water, mold, insects and environmental degradation, targeting applications in conventional, modular and prefabricated construction.
The ASTM E84 test, also known as the Steiner tunnel test, measures the flame spread and smoke development of materials under controlled conditions. A Class A rating indicates the material has a flame spread index of 25 or less and a smoke developed index of 450 or less, making it suitable for use in areas with strict fire codes. This certification positions NexBoard to compete in markets where fire safety is paramount, such as commercial buildings, multi-family housing, and public facilities.
Xeriant's advanced materials line, marketed under the DUREVER brand, includes NexBoard, an eco-friendly, patent-pending composite construction panel made from plastic and fiber waste. The panel is designed to replace products such as drywall, plywood, OSB, MDF, MgO board, and other materials used in construction. The company aims to address the construction industry's need for sustainable, durable, and safe building materials.
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This achievement underscores Xeriant's commitment to developing transformative technologies that can be integrated across multiple industrial sectors. With the Class A fire rating, NexBoard is now poised to enter the construction materials market as a viable alternative, potentially reducing reliance on traditional drywall and contributing to safer, more sustainable building practices.