MATERIAL DATA SHEET

GRC Facade Panel

Cementitious FRC
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ATLAS CODE
COM-FRC-CEM-001
GRC Facade Panel
Category composite
Material Family Fibre-Reinforced
Density
1800-2000 kg/m3
Lifespan
50 years
Description

Glass fibre-reinforced concrete (GRC/GFRC) facade panels are thin cementitious cladding elements reinforced with alkali-resistant (AR) glass fibres to improve tensile and flexural performance. Guide values for spray-applied GFRC report density around 1.8?2.0 g/cm3, compressive strength 50?80 MPa, bending tensile strength 15?30 MPa, tensile strength 6?10 MPa, elastic modulus 15?25 GPa, and water absorption typically <7% (test method dependent).

Typical Uses
  • Building facades
  • Cladding panels
  • Architectural features
  • Sunscreens and louvers
Renewable Content 0
EPD Available No
Advantages
Lower density than conventional precast (about 1.8?2.0 g/cm3)Higher flexural/tensile capacity than plain concrete due to AR glass fibresSuitable for thin, lightweight cladding panels
Cautions
Properties depend strongly on process and fibre dosage; manufacturer test data requiredPanel systems require specialist fabrication and installationWater absorption and durability depend on mix design and curing
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES COM-FRC-CEM-001
Density (Dry) 1800-2000 kg/m3
Water Absorption <7 %
Compressive Strength 50-80 MPa
Tensile Strength 6-10 MPa
Flexural Strength 15-30 MPa
Elastic Modulus 15-25 GPa

GRC was developed in the 1960s with the introduction of alkali-resistant glass fibres and has been used since the 1970s for architectural cladding and lightweight concrete elements.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION COM-FRC-CEM-001
EPD Available No
Renewable Content 0%
Skill Level Specialist cladding installer
Required Tools
Crane for panel liftingAdjustable fixing bracketsSealing equipment
Weather Limitations
High wind restrictions for crane lifting
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY COM-FRC-CEM-001
Design Life 50 years
Standards Compliance
NCC 2022EN 1170 (test methods for GRC)

DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.

ID: COM-FRC-CEM-001 Schema: v3.0
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