MATERIAL DATA SHEET

GRC balustrade panel, decorative (10mm, 12mm, 15mm, 18mm, 20mm)

Cementitious FRC
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ATLAS CODE
COM-FRC-CEM-002
GRC balustrade panel, decorative (10mm, 12mm, 15mm, 18mm, 20mm)
Category composite
Material Family Fibre-Reinforced
Density
1800-2000 kg/m3
Carbon (A1-A5)
280
Lifespan
60
Description

GRC (GFRC) decorative balustrade panels are thin cementitious elements reinforced with alkali-resistant glass fibres, commonly produced by spray-up or premix methods. Guide values for spray-applied GFRC report density 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).

Primary Sectors
[Residential][Commercial]
Typical Uses
  • Decorative balustrade infill panels for residential and commercial buildings
  • Heritage restoration and reproduction of ornate historical balustrades
  • Custom architectural screening and privacy panels
  • Curved and complex geometric balustrade designs
  • Marine environment barriers with specialized cement formulations
  • High-rise building balconies requiring lightweight non-combustible materials
  • Bushfire-prone area barriers meeting BAL-FZ requirements
  • Acoustic barrier panels for apartments and townhouses
  • Pool fencing decorative panels (with compliance to AS 1926)
  • Integrated planter box and balustrade combinations
Recycled Content 10
Renewable Content 0
Recyclability 100
Embodied Carbon 280
Embodied Energy 3.5
EPD Available No
Advantages
Lower density than conventional precast (about 1.8?2.0 g/cm3)Improved flexural/tensile capacity due to AR glass fibresSuitable for thin, lightweight decorative panels
Cautions
Properties depend on process and fibre dosage; manufacturer test data requiredFire classification not specified without testing to relevant standardsInstallation requires specialist handling and fixing systems
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES COM-FRC-CEM-002
Density (Dry) 1800-2000 kg/m3
Specific Gravity 2
Porosity 20
Water Absorption <7 %
Hardness 6
Surface Roughness 5
UV Resistance Excellent
Chemical Resistance Good ()
Compressive Strength 50-80 MPa
Tensile Strength 6-10 MPa
Flexural Strength 15-30 MPa
Shear Strength 30
Elastic Modulus 15-25 GPa
Yield Strength 7
Impact Resistance 20
Bearing Capacity 15
Poisson's Ratio 0.24
Creep Resistance Excellent ()
Abrasion Resistance 0.15
Thermal Conductivity 0.7
Thermal Resistance 0.02
Specific Heat Capacity 950
Thermal Expansion 12
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 40
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 0.07
Optical
Light Transmittance 0
Light Reflectance (LRV) 35
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 40

GRC was developed in the 1960s with the introduction of alkali-resistant glass fibres and became widely used for architectural cladding and decorative elements from the 1970s onward.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION COM-FRC-CEM-002
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) 280
Embodied Energy 3.5
Water Footprint 180
EPD Available No
Recycled Content 10%
Renewable Content 0%
LEED Points 2
Circular Economy Score 7.5
VOC Emissions [object Object] g/L
Skill Level Specialist
Installation Time 20
Curing Time [object Object] hours
Setting Time [object Object] min
Temperature Range [object Object] – [object Object] °C
Humidity Range [object Object] – [object Object] %
Required Tools
Mobile crane or tower crane for panels >50kgWinlet 575 glazing robot with custom suction framesTorque-controlled drill for anchor installationLaser level for alignment verificationLifting straps and edge protectionDiamond blade wet saw for site modificationsTwo-part sealant application equipmentTemporary propping systems
Certifications Required
Construction White Card (mandatory)Working at Heights certificationIntermediate Rigging License (supervisor)Mobile crane license (if applicable)GRC installation training certificate
Weather Limitations
Temperature range: 2°C to 40°COptimal: 5°C to 35°CWind speed <15 km/h for large panelsNo installation during heavy rainProtect from frost during initial cure
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY COM-FRC-CEM-002
Design Life 60
Warranty Period 3
Maintenance Interval 12
Service Temp Range [object Object] – [object Object] °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance Excellent ()
Standards Compliance
EN 1170 (test methods for GRC: bending strength, water absorption, dry density, dimensional variation)

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.

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