Xiashi Packing Overseas Market Visit: Real Project Applications Of Breathable Membranes

In August 2026, the international sales team of Xiong'an New Area Xiashi Packing Co., Ltd. visited several construction projects across Southeast Asia. The trip aimed to observe product performance under real‑world site conditions and gather practical feedback from overseas contractors. The team toured multiple job sites and held in‑depth discussions with local engineering teams to collect on‑site insights.

Application in Residential Projects in Thailand

Thailand: Breathable Membrane for Residential Exterior Walls

Project Information

Location: Thailand

Application: Exterior wall assembly

Product: Air Permeable Breather Membrane

Building Type: Residential development

Climate: Hot‑humid with prolonged rainy seasons and heavy afternoon rainfall

During site inspections at a local residential development, the contractor deployed our breathable membrane within exterior wall assemblies.

According to the contractor, the membrane was used to help limit rainwater penetration while allowing water vapor to diffuse outward. The contractor reported improvements in overall moisture management compared with their prior wall solution, with fewer visible signs of moisture‑related staining. Before adopting this membrane, the project encountered moisture‑driven issues including black staining on interior surfaces and moisture exposure to wood framing components.

The contractor also commented on the S‑shaped embossed texture during installation. Workers occasionally stepped onto the membrane while fitting wooden battens; the reinforced surface structure helped lower the risk of tearing during handling. This helped reduce work interruptions caused by patching minor installation damage.

Given Thailand’s intense solar exposure, membranes may sit uncovered for weeks before exterior cladding goes up. The contractor observed no obvious embrittlement or yellowing of the membrane following extended pre‑cladding UV exposure.

Application in Industrial Projects in Vietnam

Vietnam: Anti‑Condensation Felt for Industrial Metal Roofing

Project Information

Location: Vietnam

Application: Metal roof system

Product: Anti‑Condensation Felt

Building Type: Large‑scale industrial plant

Climate: High ambient humidity, notable nighttime temperature drops

Our team visited a large industrial plant featuring long‑span metal roof panels. Local engineers faced persistent condensation forming on roof undersides; condensed water droplets dripped onto equipment below, raising concerns over electrical safety and metal corrosion.

Our Anti‑Condensation Felt was proposed as a practical solution. Designed to capture condensation on metal roof surfaces, the felt can retain approximately 6‑7 times its own weight in water per published product performance data. As ambient temperature and ventilation conditions shift, trapped moisture can gradually evaporate back into surrounding air.

The project manager noted the felt’s potential to mitigate rainfall‑impact noise on metal roofing. Its self‑adhesive backing simplifies field work, enabling installers to apply the felt directly onto metal panels.

Communicating with Local Contractors in Malaysia

Beyond site walk‑throughs, our team held extensive conversations with Malaysian contractors around common on‑site construction challenges, such as pipe‑penetration sealing and window‑frame thermal management.

We demonstrated our butyl‑based window sealing tapes. These self‑adhesive tapes deliver a continuous moisture‑resistant seal around window‑frame joints, offering flexibility for fast‑paced site installation. A hands‑on demo on a sample window frame showed continuous joint coverage without visible gaps.

Contractors expressed interest in our full building‑envelope material portfolio. We walked through how breathable membranes work alongside vapor barriers and reflective films within a complete assembly. For projects requiring coordinated air, vapor and moisture control, these materials can be combined as part of a building‑envelope strategy designed to improve moisture management and air‑tightness performance. Sourcing all required components from one supplier also streamlines procurement workflows for local teams.

Observing Market Trends in Singapore

While in Singapore, our team observed growing industry focus on building‑envelope performance and compliance requirements across Southeast Asia. Contractors and developers increasingly request supporting technical documentation covering insulation, moisture control, fire classification and air‑tightness metrics.

Many local developers requested SGS test reports and other supporting compliance documentation for material evaluation. As a manufacturer with 40‑year industry experience, Xiashi Packing maintains full technical files for its product lines. For instance, the HD‑K160 model comes with supporting test documentation covering Class B2 flame‑retardant performance, stable operation up to 80 °C under specified conditions, and completion of a 168‑hour accelerated UV aging test. This documentation supports project teams when completing material reviews and compliance assessments.

Key Takeaways From Southeast Asian Site Visits

This overseas trip delivered valuable real‑world insights into how our building‑envelope materials perform under local climate and installation practices, while strengthening partnerships with regional collaborators. Further site visits across Southeast Asia are planned for next year.

Future Plans for the Region

We provide flexible OEM and specification customization for regional partners. Membrane rolls can be pre‑cut to specified widths according to project requirements and local installation practices. Matching accessories including butyl sealing tapes, insulation fasteners and smoothing tools are also available, supporting one‑stop sourcing for building‑envelope materials.

Contractors and distributors operating in Southeast Asia looking for material solutions for specific project conditions are welcome to reach out. Our team stands ready to provide technical guidance and share field‑proven application experience.