Insulated metal panels (IMPs) are among the most innovative and cost-effective construction materials available today. These prefabricated wall panels offer lasting thermal performance in a durable, easy-to-install material. Plus, some of the best options offer other valuable features, like fire resistance, mold-resistant surfaces, and more.
However, new trends and innovations are introduced regularly, which is why it is so important for those in the industry to stay on top of them.
To help you stay informed about the latest advancements in the insulated wall panel space, we’ll discuss the latest innovations and suggest a few areas where we think we will see improvements in their design and construction. From there, we’ll introduce some of the most innovative options currently available, like ROCKWALL Fire Rated Panels and ISOWALL Insulated Panels.
Future Trends and Innovations in the Design of IMPs
Here are a few ways we think the best IMPs will evolve in the coming years.
There Will Be an Increased Focus on Energy Efficiency
Given that it’s right in the name, you won’t be surprised to learn that one of the most appealing features of insulated metal wall panels is the lasting insulation they provide. With energy prices rising and climate instability becoming a growing concern, the demand for more energy-efficient panels with even higher R-values per inch will certainly grow.
Not only will more efficient panels made from materials that offer higher thermal performance appeal to business owners, as they will help reduce heating and cooling costs, but having an energy-efficient business can be a useful marketing asset in a world where consumers are becoming increasingly eco-conscious. Plus, it can make your building compliant with green energy initiatives, like the net-zero movement.
More Environmentally-Friendly Materials
Speaking of eco-consciousness, sustainability and adopting more environmentally friendly construction materials will continue to be trends in the future. IMP manufacturers will certainly adapt to meet this growing demand for environmentally friendly materials.
Take ISOWALL Insulated Wall Panels, which contain significant recaptured metal. They also provide an outstanding weight-to-strength ratio, helping to reduce emissions during transport.
Beyond incorporating high-quality recycled materials into the panels’ design, there is a growing focus on developing more eco-friendly insulating cores. Rather than sprayed polyurethane insulation, which can be bad for the environment, the best panels contain greener alternatives, like expanded polystyrene.
More Advanced Fire-Resistance
With safety remaining a top priority for businesses of all descriptions, it only makes sense that there would be a growing demand for IMPs that offer built-in fire resistance without adding excess weight or reducing the panels’ thermal performance.
Panels like ROCKWALL Fire Rated & Insulated Panels are made using a non-combustible mineral wool core, which gives them a fire rating. More manufacturers will adopt this type of technology, and the existing options will only improve in the future to keep up with the demand for thinner, stronger panels and even better fire resistance ratings.
Improved IMP Aesthetics
IMPs were initially introduced as a purely functional and practical alternative to traditional building materials, but as they have grown in popularity, the demand for more aesthetically pleasing options has grown.
While the best options are available in different textures and colours, they are still relatively limited. More options will emerge, making it even easier for contractors and construction companies to outfit walls with panels that are as visually impressive as they are functional.
ROCKWALL and ISOWALL Panels Pave the Way for the Future of IMPs
While the demand for newer and higher-performing insulated metal panels is growing, ROCKWALL Fire Rated and Insulated Wall Panels and ISOWALL Insulated Wall Panels are already setting the industry standard for thermal performance, fire resistance, durability, and ease of installation.
Where ROCKWALL Fire Rated Panels provide unrivalled safety and fire resistance thanks to their high-density mineral wool core, the expanded polystyrene (EPS) core found in ISOWALL Panels ensures they provide outstanding and customizable thermal performance without making any sacrifices on structural integrity.
Both panel types also provide other state-of-the-art features, like CFIA-accepted sanitary surfaces, lasting mould, moisture resistance, and the ability to be field-cut to the exact requirements of the job.
In other words, you don’t have to wait for the future of insulated metal wall panels—it’s already here!
Final Words
There will always be a demand for materials that offer greater energy efficiency, longer-lasting fire resistance, better aesthetics, and longer lifespans, but the key to getting the best performance is to choose the highest-quality options available when you start your project.
By choosing high-performance IMPs like ROCKWALL and ISOWALL wall panels, you can rest assured that you are getting the best option available right now. Click the link below to learn more about ROCKWALL Fire-Rated Panels and ISOWALL Insulated Panels and what they can do for you.