
STRUCTURAL SYSTEM — FOUNDATION TO ROOFING
A Unified Engineering Logic Across the Entire Modular Structure
Unlike traditional modular suppliers who assemble components independently, WAN-NSO engineers every structure as an interconnected system.
Vertical loads, lateral forces, climate behavior, and energy performance are all modeled together to ensure predictable behavior under real-world conditions — from hurricanes to seismic events to long-term thermal expansion.
This produces structures with higher structural stability, longer service life, superior resilience, and drastically lower maintenance cycles.
A. Vertical Load Framework — Engineered Strength from Bottom to Top
WAN-NSO uses a container-grade, high-tensile steel chassis system derived from ISO cargo container technology but optimized for modular buildings.
Technical Characteristics
- High-Tensile Steel (50–70 ksi yield strength)
Equivalent to the steel used in international shipping containers, capable of bearing extreme compression loads without deformation. - Nanotech Corrosion-Resistant Coatings
A multi-layer protection system including nano-ceramic primers and polymerized top coats, providing:- 5–7× longer corrosion resistance than standard marine paint
- Superior performance in coastal, chemical, and humid environments
- Load-Path Engineered for 4-Story Stacking
The framework ensures that loads transfer vertically from module to foundation without stressing walls or non-bearing components.
Benefits
✔ Extremely high load performance
✔ Reduced structural fatigue
✔ Predictable building behavior in stacked configurations
✔ Longer life cycle under harsh environmental conditions
B. Lateral Load Management — Stability Under Wind, Storm & Seismic Events
Most modular buildings fail not from vertical load but from lateral stress.
WAN-NSO integrates a multi-layer defense system that manages lateral movement, torsion, uplift, and racking forces.
System Components
- Steel Shear Bracing
Triangular steel bracing dissipates wind and seismic forces throughout the framework, limiting drift and preventing racking. - Composite Shear Walls
High-density composite boards bonded with nano-resin adhesives provide:- Higher shear resistance
- Superior energy absorption
- Greater post-event structural integrity
- Nano-Resin Structural Connectors
Proprietary bonding elements designed to reduce joint deformation by 30%, creating:- Tighter structural fit
- Better multi-module alignment
- Lower long-term maintenance
Benefits
✔ Hurricane compliance
✔ Seismic zone readiness
✔ Wind-load tolerance for extreme regions
✔ Reduced vibration and long-term fatigue
C. Building Envelope Systems — Climate-Adaptive Exterior Technologies
WAN-NSO offers different envelope systems depending on geography, building use, and thermal performance requirements.
System Characteristics
1. ThermaShield Hybrid Panels™ (Cold Climates)
Designed for North America, Europe, and high-altitude regions.
Performance
- Up to R-28 thermal resistance
- Snow-load structural compliance
- Vapor-control layers engineered to eliminate condensation
- Low thermal bridging due to composite-steel hybrid framing
Ideal For:
Canada, Northern U.S., Europe, Mountain regions.
2. AeroLite Vent-Skin System™ (Tropical & Humid Regions)
A breathable cladding system for hot, wet environments.
Performance
- Micro-ventilation channels disperse moisture
- Mold-resistant exterior skins
- UV-stable coatings prevent solar degradation
- High salt-spray and humidity tolerance
Ideal For:
Caribbean, South America, West Africa, Southeast Asia.
3. SteelCore Insulated Panels™ (Industrial & Arid Regions)
For factories, energy facilities, workshops, and desert environments.
Performance
- Mineral-core insulation (fire-resistant)
- Stability in high ambient heat
- Superior impact resistance
- Non-combustible, non-toxic core materials
Ideal For:
Middle East, South Africa, Southwestern U.S.
D. WAN-NSO Roofing Systems — Engineered for Climate, Loads & Efficiency
Roofing is engineered as a structural layer, not just a cover.
1. NanoLaminate Roof Panels™
A composite roofing system using:
- Heat-reflective nano-ceramic particles
- Tensile-resistant metal skins
- Corrosion-proof surface layers
Best For:
Coastal, industrial, and high-humidity zones.
Benefits
✔ Lower internal temperatures
✔ Extended roof lifespan
✔ Resistant to corrosion and salt-spray
2. AeroSpan Lightweight Truss Roof™
A long-span modular truss system for:
- commercial spaces
- workshops
- showrooms
- hotel clusters
- solar-panel integration
Benefits
✔ Large open interior spaces
✔ Lightweight but structurally strong
✔ Optimized for solar arrays
3. CoolRoof Ceramic Membrane™
A final roofing membrane system designed to reduce heat absorption.
Performance
- Lowers surface temperature by 15–20%
- Protects membrane from thermal cracking
- Enhances building energy efficiency
Benefits
✔ Lower cooling costs
✔ Longer roof membrane life
✔ Superior weather resistance
