Compressive strength. 137 MN/m. Modulus of elasticity. 11.0 x 10 MN/m. Flexural strength. 30 MN/m. Surface hardness. Bar
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Petrarch RECONSTITUTED STONE RAINSCREENS
T H E B E A U T Y O F N AT U R A L S T O N E L A R G E P A N E L F O R M AT
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Petrarch Petrarch C L A D Cladding D I N G P APanels NELS Stone The technology behind the
The full P e tra rch range is
original P e t rarch panel with
manufactured at our factory in
its natural riven slate surface
Sussex, blending natural slate
was developed in the 1970’s.
and stone fillers in a resin
Through a process of
binder
continuing product
reinforcement.
with
glass
fibre
development the range has been extended to include
Applications for P et ra rch
Petra rch s mooth an
lightweight cladding panels
equivalent cladding panel with
are virtually limitless, which
a flat surface.
together with the range of distinctive colours and
Manufactured with through
textures turn design dreams
colour, Petrarch reconstituted
into reality.
stone panels offer the appearance and texture of
Exposure to the extremes of
natural stone, slate or
weather conditions and
terracotta in a large panel
temperature on actual
format.
installations have proven the durability of the panels, which
Petra rch cladding panels
have endured for in excess of
have now been used
30 years with little change in
extensively for over 30 years
physical properties.
for internal and external applications to new construction projects and to refurbish existing buildings. Petra rch panels are waterproof, maintenance free, highly resistant to impact and have a class O fire rating.
Proven performance in a range of finishes, textures and colours ensures that in practice P et ra rch provides a very cost-effective alternative natural stones including to terracotta or natural stones granite and marble. including granite and marble.
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Good reasons to choose
Petrarch Petrarch 1
Colours and textures to match natural stone, slate and terracotta 2 Extremely durable, suitable for external and internal new construction and refurbishment projects 3 Complementary to a wide range of proprietary curtain walling and rainscreen applications 4 Optional graffiti resistant easy to clean finish 5 BBA accredited and designated Class O fire performance 6 Concealed face fix and secret fix options 7 Will not delaminate or decay 8 Highly resistant to climate extremes and atmospheric pollution 9 Proven performance and life expectancy in excess of 30 years 10 Does not require specialist site skills
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Petrarch Petrarch CLADD I N G P A NPanels ELS Stone Cladding Since their introduction into
The robust performance
the market in 1972, P et rarch
characteristics make
cladding panels have been
Petra rch the right choice
consistently specified for new
for schools, leisure
building projects, frequently
centres and recreation
for their lightweight
facilities as well as for city
characteristics, always for
centre commercial
their good looks and
developments.
durability.
The combination of light weight and strength in both 7mm and 10mm formats make Petra rch an ideal choice to complement and provide relief and expression to more conventional glazing and cladding materials in a wide range of proprietary curtain walling and rainscreen applications.
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Petra rch is ideal for use on wall panelling to lobbies, in reception and foyer areas, executive offices, as screens and office partitioning and in corridors or lifts.
The P etra rch range has been used as an important element of corporate design for multiple retail fit outs and refurbishment.
Externally, applications include cladding to masonry walls, timber and steel-framed construction, as curtain walling, spandrels, fascias, facades, mansard roofs, soffits, balconies and shop fronts.
Petra rch has been used extensively in shopfitting as fascias, pilasters and stall risers.
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Petrarch Petrarch Stone C L A D Cladding D I N G P APanels NELS
P etra rch are high quality, extremely durable, decorative, lightweight-cladding panels used externally and internally for Petra rch are high quality, extremely durable, decorative, lightweight-cladding panels used externally and internally for new construction and to overclad existing finishes. Being extremely durable and light-weight, they offer advantages over new construction and to overclad existing finishes. Being extremely durable and light-weight, they offer advantages over natural stone, slate, and precast concrete, including ease of handling and saving on fixings and other structural costs natural stone, slate, and terracotta, including ease of handling and saving on fixings and other structural costs including including foundations. foundations. Compara tive Weigh ts
Thickness
Material
mm
High Pressure Laminate
6
Fibre cement board
6
Glass
6
Petrarch
7
Petrarch
10
Marble
30
Granite
40
Slate
25
Precast concrete
100
Weight Kg/m 0
25
Technical Da ta
7mm
10mm
Panel Sizes
2400 x 1200mm 3000 x 1200mm
Weight
15.7kg/m
22kg/m
Impact Resistance
2.0J
3.5J
Fire
Class ‘O’
50
75
100
125
The performance and physical properties of P etra rch, particularly flexural strength and weight combined in a factory fabricated panel provides total compatibility with proprietary or customised curtain wall systems and interfaces naturally with glazing and other components.
Petrarch standard finish is Petrarch is non-absorbent non-absorbent and in the
Thermal Movement
22 x 10-6 mm/mm°C
Moisture Absorption
0.2% by weight (24 hour total emersion)
Compressive strength
137 MN/m
Modulus of elasticity
11.0 x 10 MN/m
Flexural strength
30 MN/m
Surface hardness
Barcol 50
and in thefinish standard finish is standard is highly resistant to to most most graffitti, graffiti. Anti resistant paint graffiti aresubstances available or otheroptions marking for non-standard finishes and can be easily removed from for areas at of high the surface therisk. panels with soap and water or the appropriate solvents. Anti graffiti options are available for non-standard finishes.
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Petra rch panels are produced in a range of solid colours including Jade, Heather, Graphite, Parchment, Lightstone, Pewter, Limestone, Alabaster, Aluminum, and three Terracotta colours plus a range of marbled multi coloured finishes including Arizona, Ash, Mocha, Salmon, Russet, Mojave, Dorset, Dover, Portland and Rye. Many existing non-standard colours are available and special colours can be developed for specific projects subject to quantity. All colours are available in a choice of finishes with either a riven or a smooth face format. Petra rch Riven reproduces the surface of the original riven slate master and is available with a standard or matt finish. Petra rch S mooth has a flat surface and is available with a standard, matt, or honed finish. Rivenororsmooth smoothsurface surfaceadds addsaatactile tactiledimension dimensiontotoproduct productselection, selection,by bydesignating designatingthe the Choice of texture with the riven depth: surface finish and patternation, the colours gain additional character and depth.
Russet
Russet
Salmon
Salmon
Salmon
For a product sample card, colour chart or a larger sample of a specific colour or texture please contact our Hastings office. Other colours are available on request and we can create bespoke finishes to match specific requirements.
Note: Because of the very high natural stone content slight shade variations will always exist and are seen to add to the natural stone-like qualities of this range of products.
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Technical se rvice suppo rt package The CEP customer service
For more information on the
team are available to help
Petrarch range of cladding
meet the most stringent
panels including technical
specification requirements,
data and fixing methods
and prepare detailed call-
please contact our Hastings
offs to optimise panel usage.
office.
CEP CLADDINGS LTD
CEP
GROUP
Wainwright Close, Churchfields Hastings , East Sussex TN38 9PP Tel: 0 1424 852641 Fax: 0 1424 852797 Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cepcladdings.com
