SlenderWall(R) Architectural Wall Panel System Renews Compliance for High Velocity Hurricane Zones

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Smith-Midland Corporation (NASDAQ: SMID) announced that their subsidiary, Easi-Set Worldwide, has received a renewal of approval from the Florida Building Code Commission for its SlenderWall® precast building panels. This approval (NOA: 27.078.05) allows the SlenderWall product to be utilized in Miami-Dade County and other jurisdictions with similar codes. The panels have passed rigorous tests in various categories including wind and seismic performance, ensuring compliance with national standards. Weighing only 30 pounds per square foot, SlenderWall is 66% lighter than conventional precast options, promising lower labor costs and ease of installation. The product’s compliance and versatility position it well for future construction projects.

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• Renewal of approval for SlenderWall from Florida Building Code Commission enhances marketability in high-velocity hurricane zones.
• SlenderWall is significantly lighter than traditional precast panels, reducing transportation and installation costs.
• Comprehensive testing confirms SlenderWall's performance in critical areas such as wind and seismic resistance.
• Potential for expansion into other states with similar building code requirements increases business opportunities.

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MIDLAND, VA / ACCESSWIRE / April 27, 2023 / Easi-Set Worldwide, a subsidiary of Smith-Midland Corporation (NASDAQ:SMID), reports that the Florida Building Code Commission has renewed their approval (NOA: 27.078.05) for Easi-Set's proprietary product, SlenderWall^®, for use in Miami-Dade County other areas where allowed by Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

SlenderWall^® precast building panels consistently pass testing performed by certified independent laboratories using nationally recognized standards and methods in; wind, fire, sound, blast, water, structural, seismic and air trials. This approval renewal is transferrable to other states with similar requirements for building codes.

The SlenderWall^® precast building panels are a complete unified system, inside and out. Steel-stud framing, ready for drywall and windows, and continuous insulation, the panels, which at a weight of only 30 pounds per square foot, provide a precast building panel that is 66% lighter than traditional precast.

"Easi-Set's SlenderWall^® product is ready to install at delivery, lowering on-site labor costs with little to no maintenance. It can be customized to your specific designs, needs, and regional building codes, making it the smart choice for all your projects. We look forward to many more future projects using our SlenderWall^® precast concrete panels. " said Art Miles, President, Easi-Set Industries.

To learn more about using SlenderWall^® precast building panels for your next project, or to inquire about becoming a licensee, contact Easi-Set Worldwide at 540-439-8911 or email info@easiset.com.

About Smith-Midland Corporation
Smith-Midland develops, manufactures, licenses, rents, and sells a broad array of precast concrete products for use primarily in the construction, transportation, and utility industries. Management and the board own approximately five percent of SMID stock, aligning with shareholder values. Smith-Midland Corporation has three manufacturing facilities located in Midland, VA, Reidsville, NC, and Columbia, SC, and Concrete Safety Systems, our J-J Hooks Safety Barrier rental division.

About Easi-Set Worldwide
Easi-Set Worldwide, a wholly owned subsidiary of Smith-Midland Corporation, licenses the production and sale of Easi-Set products, including J-J Hooks and SlenderWall, and provides diversification opportunities to the precast industry worldwide. For more information regarding licensing or sales, please call (540) 439-8911 or visit www.easiset.com.

Media Inquiries:
scrandall@midlandadvertising.com
(540) 439-8056

Licensing & Sales Inquiries:
info@easiset.com
(540) 439-8911

Investor Relations:
Steven Hooser or John Beisler
Three Part Advisors, LLC
(214) 872-2710

SOURCE: Smith-Midland Corporation

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FAQ

What recent approval did Smith-Midland Corporation receive for its SlenderWall product?

Smith-Midland Corporation received a renewal of approval from the Florida Building Code Commission for its SlenderWall product, allowing its use in Miami-Dade County.

How does the weight of SlenderWall panels compare to traditional precast panels?

SlenderWall panels weigh 30 pounds per square foot, making them 66% lighter than traditional precast panels.

What are the key performance tests that SlenderWall has passed?

SlenderWall has passed testing for wind, fire, sound, blast, water, structural, seismic, and air performance.

How can companies inquire about Easi-Set's SlenderWall product?

Companies can contact Easi-Set Worldwide at 540-439-8911 or email info@easiset.com for inquiries about SlenderWall.