SABIC, a world chemical industry leader, has launched its STADECK™ heavy- duty panel for the building and construction industry. Made from glass fibre reinforced thermoplastic resin, the lightweight panel can be used for a wide range of construction applications and building techniques where weight reduction is important.
Although the panels are lightweight, their innovative construction and design makes them remarkably strong. Additionally, STADECK™ panels have high weather- and chemical-resistance, have anti-slip properties and excellent fire-retardant properties. STADECK™ panels are NEN-EN 12811-1 certified which makes them ideal for scaffolding applications.
When compared to standard wooden planks, commonly used in the building industry, STADECK™ panels can offer weight savings of as much as 60 percent. Alongside the cost savings of up to 32 percent, the panels deliver significant handling advantages along with financial benefits.
“SABIC has always played a pioneering role in the development of ground-breaking new materials,” said Peter van den Bleek, Senior Product Manager. “The addition of STADECK™ panels to our portfolio of innovative products is further testament to SABIC’s forward-looking capabilities and commitment to delivering greater productivity, safety and profitability to our building and construction customers.”
Corrosion-free and moisture resistant, STADECK™ panels have been shown to have a significantly longer life than wooden planks. The new panels are particularly well suited to building applications such as scaffolding, frame works decking, fencing, floodwalls, jetties, sheathing, and wheel chair ramps, among many others. Quickly installed, STADECK™ panels are also well suited for temporary applications such as flooring at events and festivals.
The panels can be produced in different finishes like wood, stone and grass variated effects - and come in the following standard dimensions, although custom lengths can be supplied on request: gauge 55 mm; width 230 mm; and lengths of 3,000 mm and 6,000 mm.