A prefabricated panel building system

Abstract

A prefabricated panel building system, including a plurality of wall panels adapted to be joined together; a structural frame defining the shape and configuration of a building; the frame having horizontal tracks wherein the panels are adapted to be slid against each other; each panel including specially adapted interlocking edge members having complementary profiles configured to interlock to form integrated stud or cross members, wherein the arrangement confers substantial rigidity and integrity. A method of building using the panels of the system.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates in particular but not exclusively to a versatile prefabricated panel building system incorporating wall panels having a roller track sliding means and an integrated stud assembly which confers substantial rigidity and integrity and which significantly reduces construction time by dispensing with traditional and prior art stud framing. The lightweight construction of the panels are such that they can also be prefabricated or manufactured on site in a portable or re-locatable factory or plant from raw and component materials thereby further reducing or eliminating time and transport costs.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]The main disadvantage of prior art prefabricated wall building systems is that they require labor and time in which to erect traditional stud framing, to affix wall cladding panels, insert insulation material and then render, sand and paint the finished product. Furthermore, prior art composition boardroom wall...

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Benefits of technology

The invention is a prefabricated building system that uses interlocking edge members to join panels together, creating strong and secure buildings. The edge members have complementary profiles that create a water-tight seal and allow for easy installation of water pipes and electric conduits. The system also reduces on-site assembly time and is cost-effective compared to traditional building methods. Overall, the invention solves issues of prior art construction and provides a more advanced and aesthetically pleasing building solution.

Problems solved by technology

The main disadvantage of prior art prefabricated wall building systems is that they require labor and time in which to erect traditional stud framing, to affix wall cladding panels, insert insulation material and then render, sand and paint the finished product.

Furthermore, prior art composition boardroom wallboard panels are not designed for convenient water and electricity installation.

While it is possible to install water pipes and electric conduits under the panel surface, this requires cutting into the surface and then having to restore and redecorate the panel post installation.

If this is not skillfully undertaken, the repair work will not only be unsightly, but may result in permanent damage to the structural integrity of the panel thereby degrading overall performance.

Most prior art wallboard panels have poor weight bearing capacity.

Upright walls constructed from these panels inevitably have poor wind shear load resistance.

This results in prior art wallboard panels having to be of a substantial construction which are not conducive to being prefabricated on site which is not only costly but is often also aesthetically less pleasing in appearance.

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