Elevate façade design with our XXL extruded ceramic panels (1000 x 3000 mm). Experience bold aesthetics, minimal joints, and seamless beauty.
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Made from naturally non-combustible porcelain and combined with an advanced open-joint cladding system, it effortlessly meets stringent fire codes. Frontek is fully compliant with ASTM E119, NFPA 285, and ASTM E136 standards.
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Each panel is expertly ground after firing, a process called "rectification," ensuring precise edges for a flawless fit. This attention to detail prevents shrinkage or expansion during installation, guaranteeing a perfect finish for your project.
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The Frontek System provides superior sound protection, enhancing acoustics by ~4dBA at 1000 Hz. It blocks external noise, minimizes indoor sound transmission, and features a ventilation layer for an improved noise barrier effect.
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The Frontek system, including panels and Plus Structure, weighs only 6.55 lbs/ft². It comes in customizable colors, designs, and sizes (15.95×31.50" to 39.3×118"). No sealing or coating is needed for exposed areas like kerf cuts or mitered joints.
Frontek demonstrates exceptional performance in the face of the most challenging environmental conditions, showcasing a superior and unwavering resistance to various weather elements.
Porcelain’s high density and low absorption prevent dirt and graffiti buildup. In open joint cladding, it resists efflorescence, drips, and stains—ensuring a maintenance-free façade.
| Feature | Frontek Extruded Porcelain | Fibercement Product Type 1 | Terracotta | ACM | Natural Stone | Fibercement Product Type 2 | GRC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AESTHETIC VERSATILITY | Any design/texture is possible | Glazed | Traditional glazing | Laminated paint | Only one nature | Limited designs | Limited designs |
| BREAKING LOAD | 1349 lbf (6000N) | 779 lbf (3466N) | 944 lbf (4200N) | Elasticity | Depends on type & thickness | Unknown | Unknown |
| WEIGHT | 6.75 lb/sqft (33 Kg/m²) | 3.1 lb/sqft (15 Kg/m²) | 8.6 lb/sqft (42 Kg/m²) | 1.65 lb/sqft (8 Kg/m²) | 9.22-16.4 lb/sqft (45-80 Kg/m²) | 5.5 lb/sqft | Up to 16.4 lb/sqft |
| WATER ABSORPTION | 0.5% | 6% | 6% | 0% (Metallic) | 2-10% | 32% | <10.62% |
| EASE OF INSTALLATION | Factory rectified, easy to cut on site | Produced molded | Caliber required, cut not rectified | Differences in reflection | Requires perforations and very heavy | Requires additional perforations | Heavy equipment required |
| MAINTENANCE | Very Low, almost none | High | High | Affected by UVA & UVB rays | High | High | High |
| FIRE RESISTANCE | NFPA285, A1 | A2s1, d0 | Bs1, d0 | Bs1, d0 | A1 | Depends on the type of panels | Depends on the type of panels |
| AVAILABILITY | Five basic colors in stock | Limited | Limited | Limited | Limited | Limited | Limited |