Today, we stand with pride, unveiling a more resilient approach to construction right here in Palm Springs. “Storms not only jeopardize our homes, but we're also enduring the year-round burden of historically elevated property insurance rates. RENCO, short for renewable composite, weaves together recycled glass fibers, recycled plastic, resin, and stone into a powerful new material that’s rated to withstand a Category 5 hurricane. Molded blocks that interlock like LEGO bricks create entire structures. RENCO is a new way to build that is 23 times stronger than concrete, less expensive, and finished in a fraction of the time. “Together, we can be architects of change and forge a future where families can weather any storm.” Yet, here in Florida, we find hope through innovation,” said Congresswoman Lois Frankel. It’s a stark reminder of our vulnerability.

“As a longtime resident, I’ve witnessed the relentless fury of hurricanes and seen families’ homes shattered by nature’s wrath. by cutting the ribbon on the first RENCO USA housing complex in the US-four buildings with a total of 96 apartments-located in Palm Beach County at 4280 Lakewood Road in Palm Springs, FL. Innovative building system stacks like real-life LEGO blocks launches first development in Palm Beach County.Īs ever-stronger hurricanes threaten Florida and property insurance rates skyrocket, the mission is on to find stronger, more resilient ways to build that can withstand intensifying storms and devastating winds.Įlected officials and city leaders celebrated a breakthrough in construction technology on Monday, Nov.

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