Fire Resistance of StonePly lightweight stone cladding panels

Posted on August 28, 2008
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The problem with solid stone cladding in a fire:

Solid stone cladding does not burn and it is more fire resistant than many cladding choices. While solid stone cladding does not burn, 1 ½” to 3” un-reinforced solid stone cladding panels can present a hazard in high rise fires. When heated, unreinforced stones can shatter and fall, especially when rapidly cooled by water used by fire fighters. Fire can also weaken the metal anchors used for the stone attachment. The heavy shattered stone presents a safety risk to rescue personnel and surrounding areas.

 

The StonePly solution:

Like solid stone, StonePly cladding is class A (or type I ) fire rated. In addition, the stone skin of StonePly is bonded to the aluminum reinforcing behind the stone. This holds the thin stone cladding together during rapid heating or cooling and prevents the life safety danger of large heavy sections of stone falling on rescue personnel or others on the street below.

 

 

Stone Panel Signage

Posted on August 26, 2008
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www.stoneply.comThere are several benefits to StonePly stone panel signs.  StonePly incorporates real granite, marble, or onyx with lightweight honeycomb panels.  This creates an elegant and rememberable sign that will show the true class of any business.  The signage can be incoporated with any StonePly design.  StonePly Stone Panel Signs can have any finish including, sandblasted, etched, polished, honed, etc and can be made to any size or shape.  If you can imagine it we can create it.  These lightweight stone signs can be used for a variety of applications including on walls, in elevators, and for company signs.

Elevator Stone Panels

Posted on August 19, 2008
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StonePly elevator panels prove impressive for a variety of reasons. Natural stone backed with aluminum is noncombustible, the topmost priority in elevator construction. Safety is always a concern, especially in elevator applications. StonePly stone panels have 60x the impact strength of a 3 cm thick stone panels which makes StonePly strong yet durable. Weight can be another major factor. StonePly thin stone panels weigh 80 percent less than thick stone panels, making them ideal. With most projects, time is of the essence. Installation of StonePly panels is a perfect choice with their minimal effort install.

StonePly Counter Tops

Posted on August 15, 2008
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Granite Counter TopStonePly counter tops can be used in a variety of areas including on yachts, cruise ships, and airplanes.  These areas usually have weight restrictions and cannot accommodate the weight of thick granite or marble slab tops.  StonePly has revolutionized counter tops for use on yachts, cruise ships, and airplanes by laminating thin real stone to a lightweight aluminum honeycomb or aluminum composite material.  This allows yachts, cruise ships, airplanes, etc., to use granite and marble in their bathrooms, kitchens, and bars.  StonePly counter tops weigh up to 80% less than traditional slabbed counter tops but have the same elegant look.  A variety of bullnoses and shapes are available to accommodate almost any space.

StonePly counter tops are precut, polished, and are ready to install.  They are easy to install and in most cases installs faster than traditional marble or granite countertops which translates into saved time and labor costs.  Also, StonePly panels can be used on yacht, cruise ship, and aircraft interiors as wall panels, floors, bar tops and signage.  Don’t forget, for a nominal fee we also install.  However, if you decide to intall please take a look at our installation guidelines and instructions prior to installation.

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