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Architectural GFRC panels have been used successfully for over 25 years on a variety of buildings.
GFRC cladding offers numerous benefits to the architect, contractor and the owner over other types of
cladding or curtain wall.
Reduce the load on the buildings structure and simplify connections
Cladding with GFRC panels can often eliminate the need for scaffolding because
the panels are lifted by crane and then attached from inside the building.
Meet fast track schedules by pre-fabricating the wall cladding panels in advance while
foundation and structure is being built. This allows the contractor the ability to rapidly complete panel
installation even in poor weather conditions.
Provides a superior product thanks to the factory controlled manufacturing environment
and quality process.
GFRC panels provide a smoother installation since they are pre made. The
wall panels cover a larger area and reduce field work. Specific detailing issues can be resolved
with the architect and contractor before fabrication work begins.
In order to get the most benefit from GFRC
cladding, the advantages should be fully
considered at an early stage. In addition to
better quality, more efficient construction and
reduced load on the buildings structure,
GFRC panels allow for greater design
freedom than alternative cladding methods.
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GFRC panels offer the architect freedom
of design. A wide range of customized
colors, textures, shapes and designs are
able to be produced.
Since the cladding panels are made to
order, the pieces are designed and cast to
meet the requirements of individual
projects and the designer¶s vision.
Panels in production
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A wide range of cladding panel colors
and textures are available.
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Panels may also include two or more textures and Can increase usable floor space for a given
finishes on a single panel. Cast in colors are obtained building ³footprint´. This can increase revenue.
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pigments. Cladding panels may also be painted. insulation for a more efficient building.
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GFRC is an extremely moldable material and this
government sponsored study, GFRC reduced
allows complex shapes to be formed. Freeform
environmental impact by over 40% when
curves, complex cornices and intricate details can
compared to precast concrete panels.
be incorporated into the panels. Panels can include
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reveals, window sills, copings, soffits and special
shapes. on the buildings structure. This can save an
Panel sizes are usually limited by transportation enormous amount on foundations, slabs,
constraints. By using wide load or low trailers, larger structural steel and concrete.
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high panels to be delivered vertically. with the light weight panels can speed up the
cladding erection.
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At Stromberg, GFRC panels are produced by skilled GFRC is made from non combustible material and
craftsmen, many who have been with us for decades,offers a flame spread of 0.
using specialized equipment. Laser guided cutting
equipment and computer driven robotic carvers
combine with our craftsmen¶s traditional skills to
create a quality product. Each stage of production
is subject to inspection. These inspections and
tests are in accordance with an independently
certified quality system. Dimensions, finish and
accuracy are checked before delivery.
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GFRC panel construction produces less waste than Insulation can be incorporated either as a lining to the
precast panels and uses fewer natural resources. internal face of a panel or as a core between two GFRC
Since the fabrication is done in the factory, less job layers. Joints between GFRC panels are typically filled
site waste is produced. And at the end of the long with silicone sealant.
economic life of a GFRC clad building, the GFRC
panels may be refurbished for re-use or crushed
for recycling. Government studies have shown a
significantly reduced impact with GFRC vs.
precast concrete or other curtain wall and
cladding options.
GFRC cladding is durable and low maintenance.
GFRC offers the owner superior weathering
performance and a high level of corrosion
resistance.
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Stromberg GFRC panels can offer a high level of
wind resistance and have proven themselves in
category 5 hurricanes.
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GFRC cladding panels are erected on site by teams Fast construction, quality finish and flexibility allow
trained in safe handling and installation. The lighter GFRC to be an ideal cladding for high tech offices and
weight of the panels makes installation simpler facilities.
and faster. Often, panel
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without the need for Casinos, hotels and resorts benefit from Stromberg
an external scaffolding. GFRC panels speed, design freedom and durability.
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With a quality, durable and high end appearance,
be started while the
GFRC panels from Stromberg helps developers
foundations are underway
maximize the value of the development.
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allowing large areas of Government buildings benefit from the durable,
the structure to be quickly substantial and quality look of Stromberg cladding
enclosed. This can allow panels and architectural elements.
interior trades an early
start.
High fashion GFRC cladding lends itself to
, unique, creative solutions and a custom, unique
and high
quality appearance.
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Sports and entertainment venues benefit from
the speed and flexibility of the GFRC cladding
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Healthcare facilities benefit from the durability, speed ?
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and design freedom that Stromberg GFRC cladding GFRC lends itself to a variety of custom solutions
including recladding of existing buildings, restoration
brings to designers, contractors and owners of
of historic buildings, parking structure cladding and
healthcare facilities.
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and larger studs may be necessary for longer spans.
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GFRC cladding panels consist of a ½´ to 1´ thick be used instead of the stud frame. Attachment of the
concrete shell reinforced with glass fibers. The shell is GFRC shell or skin to the stud frame is through ³flex
attached to an integral 16 or 18 gauge galvanized steelanchors´ these connectors are ¼´ to 3/8´ diameter
stud frame. Typically the overall thickness of a panel stainless steel rods. Other anchors may also be used
is 6 ½´ (including GFRC, airspace and stud frame). depending upon the specific application. The entire
Studs are typically 24´ on center. Closer stud spacing assembly weighs from 10 to 20 lbs per square foot.
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Technically the maximum size of a GFRC panel is 14¶ In most cases the GFRC panels are delivered to site
by 45¶. In practical use however, the maximum size with integral steel stud frames. The frames provide the
for simple transport and handling is approximately 8¶ structure of the panel and allow for simple connection
by 14¶ up to 12¶ by 24¶. If you need assistance with by clips and mechanical fasteners. The frames allow
sizes, details or have other questions, please call or a space for insulation. They can also provide the
email. framework for attachment of furring and interior wall
board.
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There are few limits on the shapes, textures and colorscolors and decorative aggregates are available.
that can be obtained in Stromberg Gfrc cladding
panels. From sweeping curves to highly ornate &
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historical recreations, GFRC allows designers a wide GFRC is made up of mineral components and will not
range of freedom. The thin shell of GFRC allows for burn. GFRC offers a flame spread of 0. These non-
deep sections to be used for projecting cornices or combustible panels can achieve 2-hour fire rating with
window surrounds without a weight penalty. UL listed assemblies.
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Stromberg GFRC panels have held up to category Stromberg GFRC panels meet or exceed the
5 hurricanes and earthquakes. Stromberg GFRC¶s requirements of PCI design manual MNL 128-01. A
resistance to natural disasters has lead it to be selectedcomprehensive quality control process is in place
to help ensure quality is built into the product and
for government emergency management professionals
to ensure customer satisfaction. After the panel is
for their emergency command posts. GFRC is resistant
complete, each panel must pass a 50 point quality
to rot, termites, and most kinds of damage. GFRC
inspection.
will not rust or corrode when exposed to moisture
or saltwater, and can withstand storms and harsh
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conditions better than many other cladding products.
GFRC sandwich panels consist of a GFRC skin and
an insulating core. The core may be plastic foam
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GFRC is made from portland cement and aggregate or polyurethane foam or a lightweight insulating
and reinforced with alkali resistant glass fiber concrete. Sandwich panels may be used where a
reinforcement. The glass fiber adds flexural, tensile GFRC outer wall and GFRC inner wall are desired.
and impact strength. In Gfrc cladding panels, the
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steel stud frame, allows the production of a strong² Flex anchors are rods (usually bent stainless steel) that
yet lightweight -architectural cladding. Cast in colors act as attachments to hold the GFRC skin to the metal
are determined by the aggregate, the cement and stud frame and allow some minor movement between
mineral pigments. the GFRC face of the cladding and the steel frame.
