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Leep — Investor Presentation (November 2009)
43 slides from Leep's investor presentation, November 2009
Slide 1: Construction Technology for the 21st Century
Construction Technology for the 21st Century LeepCoreTM Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) Galvanized Steel Clad R25 Insulating Core
Slide 2: Table of Contents
Table of Contents LeepCoreTM Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) and Integrated Building System • The Product • LeepCore Markets • The Technology • LeepCore Buildings • Manufacturing • Tests/Certifications • Applications • Contacting LEEP Construction Technology for the 21st Century 2
Slide 3: The LeepCore Product
The LeepCore Product LEEP Inc. is the creator and manufacturer of the patented LeepCore™ structural insulated panel (SIP), the revolutionary building material designed for the 21st Century. LeepCore is a galvanized steel skin, polyurethane foam core, load-bearing SIP that is used to construct walls,
Slide 4: Product – Green Building
Product – Green Building Conserves Energy: The LeepCore SIP is among the most energy efficient construction components available, with integral R25 insulation, plus a full thermal break. A LeepCore building saves 40% or more on heating/cooling costs and the associated precious energy and scarce foss
Slide 5: Product – Affordability
Product – Affordability LeepCore buildings are price competitive with traditional building methods, and erect much faster, substantially reducing construction costs. The LeepCore components of a building can remain essentially maintenance free for decades, saving dramatically on upkeep over time. In
Slide 6: Product – Key Features
Product – Key Features Environmentally friendly Quick, low-cost assembly Best industry strength-to-weight ratio Wind resistant to category 5 hurricane Certified R-25 insulating value Mold, mildew, and rot proof Termite, insect, and pest proof Near zero maintenance Virtually soundpr
Slide 7: Integrated Building System
Integrated Building System The LeepCore panel is designed to form panel sections, which in turn form walls, roofs and floors. This component/modular approach optionally integrates the LeepCore panel into all facets of a completed building, using the LeepCore Integrated Building System. LeepCore pane
Slide 8: LeepCore Technology
LeepCore Technology A technological breakthrough A first: proprietary roll-formed metal geometries, proven chemistry and high-speed manufacturing machines are brought together to produce a stress-skin component with which to construct walls, roofs and floors. To our knowledge, no other material in t
Slide 9: Technology - Strength
Technology - Strength Principle of strength in geometric design The “I-Beam” Effect Uncombined Combined 3 pieces of material Same 3 pieces configured with little strength to provide great strength 9
Slide 10: Technology - Steel
Technology - Steel Specialized equipment LEEP developed an advanced-design metal roll-forming machine to create “intricate geometric” shapes at speeds up to 100 feet (30.5 meters) per minute. These shapes are formed in steel sheets, which become the top & bottom skins for LeepCore (pre-cut, or conti
Slide 11: Technology – Foam Core
Technology – Foam Core Chemical bonding of metal and foam Combining “Iso” and “Polyol” chemicals in LEEP’s process triggers an instant exothermic chemical reaction that produces more than 200 degrees Fahrenheit of internal temperature that catalyzes the formation of: • Highly insulating core • Stron
Slide 12: Technology - Combined
Technology - Combined Combining the principles LEEP combines “I-Beam” geometry with a stress-skin manufacturing process to produce the LeepCore Structural Insulated Panel (SIP). .019” (0.5 mm) Metal skin with deep pattern embossed polyester coated surface Polyurethane core 24’’ (610 mm) 4” (100 mm)
Slide 13: Technology – Shear Strength
Technology – Shear Strength LeepCore provides multi-directional high-force resistance that resists floor and roof (transverse) and wall (axial and in-plane) forces to levels in excess of commercial building-code requirements. LeepCore can become the entire building enclosure for a wide array of diff
Slide 14: Weight Comparison
Weight Comparison Relative material weights (lbs/cu. ft.) 300 LeepCore 150 Wood 10-50 Concrete 9 Metal At 9 pounds per cubic foot (3 pounds per square foot), LEEP can ship multiple buildings: per carrier, at the same time by: flat-bed truck, container, air cargo, airdrop, rail, or sea. 14
Slide 15: Construction Methods
Construction Methods Comparing relative number of parts & labor Traditional construction vs. LeepCore construction Framing 4’ x 8’ Sheathing Insulation 4’ x 8’ Wallboard 6 - 2 x 4s 1 Sheathing Panel 3 Insulation Batts 1 Sheet of Wallboard + 16 Framing Nails + 72 Nails + 66 Staples + 54 Nails =219 Co
Slide 16: Value Comparison
Value Comparison Wood Wood/Foam Concrete Concrete Attributes LeepCore Frame Panels Metal Block Tilt-up Self Supporting High High High High High High Energy Efficiency High Medium High Low Low Low Strength/Weight Ratio High Medium Medium High Low Low Fast Erection (Fewer Parts) High Low High Low Low
Slide 17: Manufacturing Elements
Manufacturing Elements Coated steel coil inventory 17
Slide 18: Manufacturing Elements
Manufacturing Elements Steel skin cut-to-length line 18
Slide 19: Manufacturing Elements
Manufacturing Elements Roll forming – bottom skin 19
Slide 20: Manufacturing Elements
Manufacturing Elements Roll forming - top skin 20
Slide 21: Manufacturing Elements
Manufacturing Elements Panel press manufacturing Produces up to 12’ (3.6 meter) components 21
Slide 22: Manufacturing Elements
Manufacturing Elements Continuous lamination manufacturing High-speed LeepCore manufacturing machinery will produce 80 square feet per minute 22
Slide 23: LeepCore Applications
LeepCore Applications Single Family: LeepCore can be used for almost any style of construction, from affordable to luxury, shipping from the factory with an attractive and low maintenance finish, or supporting the application of most any other traditional exterior finish. Multifamily: LeepCore is id
Slide 24: LeepCore Markets
LeepCore Markets Construction is the third largest industry in the world (behind only energy and food). LEEP is pursuing commercial projects ranging from office buildings, to hotels, retail stores, and temperature-controlled storage, to name a few. Government opportunities are abundant and varied, i
Slide 25: LeepCore Buildings
LeepCore Buildings LeepCore Panelized Building panel sections (Panel sections arrive at job site in sizes up to 10’ x 12’) Typical wall, roof or floor sections shipped from factory are 6’ x 12’ (1.8 x 3.6 meters) LeepCore panel components 25
Slide 26: LeepCore Office Building
LeepCore Office Building Two story office building Houston, Texas Surpassed stringent Port of Houston high wind building code. Came through hurricane Ike unscathed. 26
Slide 27: Construction Detail
Construction Detail Second story Floor Support System Intermediate floor support system: Spans 6’ X 18’ openings. Note: wall- embedded, hidden point-load supports. 27
Slide 28: LeepCore Portable/Emergency
LeepCore Portable/Emergency Modular building, ships under international 20’ x 8’ x 8’ container code. Easy assembly. Reusable. Available in various sizes and configurations, including custom. Model shown is 480 square feet (20’ x 24’). Units are stackable. 28
Slide 29: LeepCore Special Purpose Buildings
LeepCore Special Purpose Buildings • Mail Screening Facilities • Wind Turbine Utility • Railroad Crossing Control • Safety/Emergency Shelter • Other • Lightweight, but stronger than steel competition Each unit provides a fully self-contained, conditioned, • Fully sealed (no contaminant leakage) seal
Slide 30: LeepCore Building Finishes
LeepCore Building Finishes LeepCore is architecturally transparent; i.e., the finished buildings can look however an architect chooses, or the factory finish (deep-pattern embossed) can become the final exterior, and in some cases, the interior surface. Building finishes available: paint, gypsum, wo
Slide 31: LeepCore School Project
LeepCore School Project Baker County Florida educational campus A new generation of classroom buildings Five-building classroom campus for 500 children in Baker County, Florida. LeepCore serves as: all perimeter bearing walls, the structural roof system, and selected interior walls. 31
Slide 32: Baker County Florida Campus
Baker County Florida Campus 38 classrooms, 5 new buildings A rapid growth in students and the mandate for voluntary Pre-K….. Baker County needed 5 buildings and 38 classrooms in 10 months. 32
Slide 33: Baker County Florida Campus
Baker County Florida Campus Less than 3 weeks…A completely erected, dried-in, 88’X120’, 8 classroom building LeepCore panels represent the complete building enclosure as structural walls and roof. 33
Slide 34: Baker County Florida Campus
Baker County Florida Campus A quality solution for permanent classrooms from contract to occupancy in less than 8 months Fast Delivery. Cost Effective. LeepCore supports quick, lower cost, turn-key building construction 34
Slide 35: Baker County Florida Campus
Baker County Florida Campus LeepCore supports “high aesthetic value” construction POLO LACAYO PAULA BARTON President, Ironwood Construction Superintendent of Schools, Baker County “We have been on site for exactly “Our desire was to be at the forefront three months. Building #1 and #2 are of timely
Slide 36: Baker County Florida Campus
Baker County Florida Campus LeepCore ensures end-user satisfaction SHARRIE RAULERSON, Principal “We are very pleased with the buildings. Thank you for making this a great experience for us. We look forward to being a model for others to see what a THE TEACHERS fabulous school we have. The new center
Slide 37: LeepCore Housing
LeepCore Housing LeepCore supports site-built panelized and modular construction for high quality affordable housing. LeepCore affordable homes can be completed swiftly. Proper scheduling of erection crews will ensure rapid completions of weather structures. Window/door crews, scheduled tightly in b
Slide 38: LeepCore Housing
LeepCore Housing Uniquely Strong Ceiling/Diaphragm and Strong Shear-wall Enclosure Strong (1,500 lbs/linear foot) Shear-force Resistant enclosures ensure unique wind-tunnel certification of hurricane V (156 MPH) wind rating. 38
Slide 39: Tests and Certifications
Tests and Certifications Full details of tests and certifications can be found on our web site at www.leepinc.com/product/tests Hurricane Resistant: Can meet Florida’s P.S.I. Stand-Alone Structural Capacities: 2001 Category 5 hurricane wind zone Certified to ASTM E-72. building codes (156+ MPH). Res
Slide 40: Tests and Certifications (cont)
Tests and Certifications (cont) LeepCore’s peerless core/skin interface bond has never been broken during 10 years of testing and commercial use even in desert summers and frigid winters. LeepCore floor, roof and wall sections hold 100% to 400% greater loads than conventional building materials that
Slide 41: Product – Benefits Summary
Product – Benefits Summary Builder Benefits Owner Benefits • Fast construction: • Energy efficiency (low utility cost) • Lower insurance cost • Mold, mildew, and rot proof (avoids "sick • Lower financing cost building syndrome") • Lower equipment rental cost • Termite, insect, and pest proof • Faste
Slide 42: Contacting LEEP
Contacting LEEP Sales: Investor Relations: Tom Chuckel John Williams sales@leepinc.com jwilliams@leepinc.com 602-432-6378 604-495-1766 Corporate: Manufacturing: LEEP, Inc. LEEP, Inc. P.O. Box 24344 660 Fairfield Road Louisville, KY 40224 Montoursville, PA 17754 www.leepinc.com 42
Slide 43: Built with LeepCore
Built with LeepCore Construction Technology for the 21st Century 43