MATERIAL DATA SHEET

Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) Panel (15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 50mm)

Cementitious FRC
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ATLAS CODE
COM-FRC-CEM-004
Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) Panel (15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 50mm)
Category composite
Material Family Fibre-Reinforced
Density
2500-2600 kg/m3
Lifespan
100+ years yrs
Description

Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) is a cementitious composite with discontinuous fibre reinforcement and compressive strength above ~150 MPa. The FHWA state-of-the-art report lists typical UHPC ranges: compressive strength 140?200 MPa, tensile cracking strength 6?10 MPa, modulus of elasticity 40?70 GPa, and coefficient of thermal expansion 10?15 ?10^-6/?C.

Primary Sectors
[Transport & Infrastructure][Industrial]
Typical Uses
  • Architectural facade panels and cladding systems
  • Bridge deck overlays and precast elements
  • Marine infrastructure (wharves, seawalls)
  • Blast and impact resistant panels
  • Decorative architectural features
  • Infrastructure repair and strengthening
  • Precast structural elements (beams, columns)
  • Industrial flooring and wear surfaces
  • Security barriers and protective structures
  • Acoustic barrier walls
  • Rainscreen facade systems
  • Balustrades and architectural screens
  • Tunnel lining segments
  • Wind turbine towers and foundations
  • Nuclear containment structures
Advantages
Compressive strength 140?200 MPa with fibre reinforcement (FHWA ranges)Tensile cracking strength 6?10 MPa and modulus 40?70 GPa (FHWA ranges)Coefficient of thermal expansion 10?15 ?10^-6/?C (FHWA ranges)
Cautions
Performance depends on mix design, fibre content, and curing; project-specific testing requiredASTM C1856 establishes fabrication/testing but does not prescribe panel designCost and fire performance require project-specific evaluation
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TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES COM-FRC-CEM-004
Density (Dry) 2500-2600 kg/m3
Specific Gravity 2.40-2.50
Porosity <5% by volume %
Water Absorption <0.2% by mass %
Hardness 6-7 Mohs scale
Surface Roughness 1-50 μm Ra (finish dependent) μm
UV Resistance Excellent (Class 1)
Chemical Resistance pH 4-12 tolerance
pH Tolerance 4-12
Compressive Strength 140-200 MPa
Tensile Strength 6-10 MPa
Flexural Strength 15-40 MPa MPa
Shear Strength 15-19 MPa MPa
Elastic Modulus 40-70 GPa
Yield Strength N/A (strain-hardening behavior) MPa
Impact Resistance 45-610 J (15-50mm panels) J/m
Bearing Capacity 1.5-2.0 × compressive strength kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio 0.2
Creep Resistance Creep coefficient 0.2-0.8 at 1 year
Abrasion Resistance 2-5× better than normal concrete
Thermal Conductivity 2.2-2.8 W/m·K W/mK
Thermal Resistance 0.005-0.018 m²·K/W (15-50mm) m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity 880-920 J/kg·K J/kgK
Thermal Expansion 10-15 x10^-6 /?C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) 42-52 STC (15-50mm)
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) 0.05-0.10
Optical
Light Transmittance 0% (opaque) %
Light Reflectance (LRV) 30-70% (finish dependent) %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) 25-85 (color dependent)

UHPC emerged from research in the 1990s with commercial products like Ductal® (1997) and Ceracem® (2000). Australia pioneered road bridge applications with the 2005 Shepherds Creek Bridge in NSW, the world's first UHPC road bridge. Current research at Australian universities focuses on fire safety, blast resistance, and sustainability improvements through alternative binders and local materials.

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SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION COM-FRC-CEM-004
Skill Level Specialist (manufacturer training required)
Crew Size 3-6 personnel
Installation Time 0.3-0.8 hours/m² hr/m²
Curing Time 48-72 hours to 100 MPa hours
Setting Time Initial 6-12 hours, final 24-48 hours min
Temperature Range 5-30°C installation °C
Humidity Range 40-80% RH optimal %
Required Tools
High-shear mixer (Collomix Xo-55 or equivalent)Diamond drilling equipmentCrane (33-135 kg/m² panel weight)Precision measuring equipmentContinuous curing equipmentTemperature monitoring devicesSpecialized fastening toolsNon-vibrating placement equipment
Certifications Required
Certificate III in Concreting (CPC30320)Manufacturer-specific UHPC trainingASTM C1856 testing certificationWorking at Heights certificationCrane dogman/rigger license
Weather Limitations
Temperature 5-30°CAvoid rain during placementWind <30 km/h for panel installationRelative humidity 40-80% preferred
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COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY COM-FRC-CEM-004
Design Life 100+ years years
Warranty Period 1-5 years (defects), 25+ years (performance) years
Maintenance Interval 5-10 year inspections months
Service Temp Range -40°C to +60°C continuous °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance 600+ cycles (100% retention)
Dimensional Stability Shrinkage <0.05%, minimal creep
Standards Compliance
ASTM C1856/C1856M (fabricating and testing UHPC specimens)

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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