CI/SFB. (4-) Xn8 A September Petrarch R ECONSTITUTED S TONE R AINSCREENS T HE B EAUTY OF N ATURAL S TONE IN A L ARGE PANEL F ORMAT

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1 CI/SFB (4-) Xn8 A September 2008 Petrarch R ECONSTITUTED S TONE R AINSCREENS T HE B EAUTY OF N ATURAL S TONE IN A L ARGE PANEL F ORMAT

PetrarchP e t r a r c h C L A D D I N G Stone Cladding P APanels N E L S The technology behind the original Petrarch panel with its natural riven slate surface

Through a process of continuing product development the range has been extended to include Petrarch smooth an equivalent cladding panel with a flat surface.

Applications for Petrarch lightweight cladding panels are virtually limitless, which together with the range of distinctive colours and textures turn design

2 PetrarchP e t r a r c h C L A D D I N G Stone Cladding P APanels N E L S The technology behind the original Petrarch panel with its natural riven slate surface was developed in the 1970 s. Through a process of continuing product development the range has been extended to include Petrarch smooth an equivalent cladding panel with a flat surface. Manufactured with through colour, Petrarch reconstituted stone panels offer the appearance and texture of natural stone, slate or terracotta in a large panel format. Petrarch cladding panels have now been used extensively for over 30 years for internal and external applications to new construction projects and to refurbish existing buildings. The full Petrarch range is manufactured at our factory in Sussex, blending natural slate and stone fillers in a resin binder with glass fibre reinforcement. Applications for Petrarch lightweight cladding panels are virtually limitless, which together with the range of distinctive colours and textures turn design dreams into reality. Exposure to the extremes of weather conditions and temperature on actual installations have proven the durability of the panels, which have endured for in excess of 30 years with little change in physical properties. Petrarch 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 Petrarch provides a very cost-effective alternative to terracotta natural stones or natural including stones including granite and granite marble. and marble.

10 Good reasons to choose Petrarch Petrarch 1 Colours and textures to match natural stone, slate and

projects 3 Complementary to a wide range of proprietary curtain walling and rainscreen applications 4

Concealed face fix and secret fix options 7 Will not delaminate or decay 8 Highly resistant to climate

3 10 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

market in 1972, Petrarch cladding panels have

projects, frequently for their lightweight

The combination of light weight and strength

ideal choice to complement and provide relief

4 Petrarch CLADDING PANELS Stone Cladding Panels Since their introduction into the market in 1972, Petrarch cladding panels have been consistently specified for new building projects, frequently for their lightweight characteristics, always for their good looks and durability. The robust performance characteristics make Petrarch the right choice for schools, leisure centres and recreation facilities as well as for city centre commercial developments. The combination of light weight and strength in both 7mm and 10mm formats make Petrarch 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.

Petrarch is ideal for use on wall panelling to lobbies, in reception and

design for multiple retail fit outs and refurbishment.

steel-framed construction, as curtain walling, spandrels, fascias,

5 Petrarch 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 Petrarch 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. Petrarch has been used extensively in shopfitting as fascias, pilasters and stall risers.

PetrarchP e t r a r c h C L A D D I N G Stone Cladding P APanels N E L S Petrarch are high quality, extremely durable, decorative, lightweight-cladding panels used externally and internally for

Being extremely durable and light-weight, they offer advantages over new construction and to overclad existing finishes.

6 PetrarchP e t r a r c h C L A D D I N G Stone Cladding P APanels N E L S Petrarch are high quality, extremely durable, decorative, lightweight-cladding panels used externally and internally for Petrarch 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. Comparative Weights Thickness Weight Kg/m 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 Technical Da ta 7mm 10mm Panel Sizes 2400 x 1200mm 3000 x 1200mm Weight 15.7kg/m 22kg/m The performance and physical properties of Petrarch, 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. Impact Resistance 2.0J 3.5J Fire Thermal Movement Moisture Absorption Compressive strength Modulus of elasticity Flexural strength Class O 22 x 10-6 mm/mm C 0.2% by weight (24 hour total emersion) 137 MN/m 11.0 x 10 MN/m 30 MN/m Surface hardness Barcol 50 Petrarch standard finish is non-absorbent Petrarch is non-absorbent and in the standard in the finish standard is highly finish is resistant to most graffitti, graffiti. Anti paint or graffiti other options marking are substances available can for non-standard be easily removed finishes from and the for areas surface at of high the risk. panels with soap and water or the appropriate solvents. Anti graffiti options are available for non-standard finishes.

Petrarch panels are produced in a range of solid colours including Jade, Heather, Graphite, Parchment, Lightstone, Pewter, Limestone,

Russet, Mojave, Dorset, Dover, Portland and Rye.

All colours are available in a choice of finishes with either a riven or a smooth face format.

Petrarch Smooth has a flat surface and is available with a standard, matt, or honed finish.

finish and patternation, the colours gain additional character and depth.

7 Petrarch 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. Petrarch Riven reproduces the surface of the original riven slate master and is available with a standard or matt finish. Petrarch Smooth has a flat surface and is available with a standard, matt, or honed finish. Choice of texture with the riven Riven or or smooth surface adds a tactile dimension to to product selection, by by designating the surface finish and patternation, the colours gain additional character and depth. 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.

Technical se rvice suppo rt package The CEP customer service team are available to help meet the most stringent specification requirements, and prepare detailed calloffs to optimise panel usage.

8 Technical se rvice suppo rt package The CEP customer service team are available to help meet the most stringent specification requirements, and prepare detailed calloffs to optimise panel usage. For more information on the Petrarch range of cladding panels including technical data and fixing methods please contact our Hastings office. CEPGROUP CEP CLADDINGS LTD Wainwright Close, Churchfields Hastings, East Sussex TN38 9PP Tel: Fax: Website:

Petrarch.

www.petrarch.co.uk unlock the potential Contents Introduction... 4 Unlock the potential that only a construction product with such Advantages... 5 Colours... natural beauty, strength, durability and a