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2M & 3M Details of Design

Outline Specifications

  • The outer skin of wall units, column and beam covers is formed in Stelvetite' Plastic coated steel sheet manufactured by John Summers and Sons Ltd.
  • The facing of the material confirms to Class 1.B.S.476 spread of flame classification.
  • 'Stelvetite' 10 standard outdoor colours to B.S.2660 including black and white. Variations of texture can be obtained through the use of rigidised 'Stelvetite' metal sheet.
  • Light fastness is within text Ref. No. 7, B.S.2782, Part 5.
  • Aluminium windows.
  • Spandrel, frames and solid units are foamed with rigid polyerethane foam of 2.3 - 2.5 lbs per ft/3 density (38 kg/m3 - 40 kg/m3), giving U-value of 0.114 Btu/ft2h deg F (0.64 W/m2 deg C).
  • Inner lining is formed of two thicknesses of 3/8 in (9.5 mm) Gyproc wallboard, bonded together to the overall thickness of ¾in (19 mm). The bonding agent acts at the same time as vapour barrier.
  • The fire rating of the cladding system is based on ½ hr, 1 hr, and 2 hrs fire resistance - with suitable variations to the backing skin providing the required fire rating to suit the site and building regulations.
  • Built-in provision for radiator fixings.
  • Design allowance for direct and double glazing.
  • Maintenance free finish

 

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