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Ceramapanel & VitraFix Secret Fix Non-Combustible A1 Cladding System

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Valcan (Fairview Europe Ltd) Variant:

Complete system specification for Ceramapanel and VitraFix including VF3 secret-fix brackets, plus fixings to the wall from Certifix.

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Application

Particularly suited to both internal and external modern commercial, residential and industrial buildings, where a natural facade is needed.


Undercut fixings are used to attach the VitraFix VF3 brackets to the rear of the panel, the brackets are spaced at a maximum of 10x panel thickness to the edges of the panel and up to 450 mm from each other.

It is important to check with the undercut fixing manufacturer as to depth of insertion to ensure fixings are correctly and securely installed. The VF3 brackets ‘hook’ onto the VF3 horizontal rails which are in turn installed to the Vitrafix VF1 or VF2 carrier sub frame. The top row of VF3 brackets are used to level and ‘dead fix’ the panels to the sub frame.

Description

A complete system specification for Ceramapanel and VitraFix, plus fixings to the wall from Certifix (in partnership with Valcan). This provides a comprehensive warranty on the complete system. All Certifix provided products are tested and certified in accordance with ADB v2 for high rise buildings.

All batch numbers will be recorded, regular site visits to be made by Valcan and Certifix during the installation, frequency to be decided at order stage with client.


Ceramapanel:

A through coloured, compressed fibre cement facade panel available in 8, 10 or 12 mm thicknesses, in A1 rating as required. It is both an aesthetically appealing and cost-effective cladding solution offering a natural appearance. It also has good acoustic dampening properties.


Features and benefits:

  • Achieves A1 (non-combustible).
  • Cost effective.
  • Impact resistant.
  • Proven performance in harsh environments.
  • Short lead times and fast installation timeframes.
  • Panels supplied pre-squared.
  • Long lasting.
  • Low maintenance.
  • Can be finished off-site for easy and efficient installation.
  • High strength and environmental durability.
  • Through coloured.
  • Sound dampening benefits.
  • Graffiti resistant when coated with acrylic treatment (Natural+ range).
  • Wide range of colours and finishes available.
  • 15-year warranty.


Ceramapanel technical characteristics:

  • Density: 1600 kg/m³ (±50).
  • Modulus of elasticity (dry): Longitudinal: 14 GPa; transversal: 12 GPa.
  • Modulus of elasticity (wet): Longitudinal: 11 GPa; transversal: 9 GPa.
  • Bending strength (wet, untreated): ≥18 MPa.
  • Bending strength (wet, hydrophobic treated sheet, acrylic coated): ≥24 MPa.
  • Bending strength (dry): Longitudinal: 32 MPa; transversal: 22 MPa.
  • Compressive strength: 40 MPa.
  • Maximum water absorption (untreated): 25 ±2%.
  • Maximum water absorption (hydrophobic treated sheet): 9 ±3%.
  • Maximum water absorption (acrylic coated sheet, acrylic coated): 3 ±2%.
  • Vapour resistance factor (to EN 12572: 2016): 320 µ.
  • Thermal conductivity (to EN 12664: 2002): 0.42 W/m·K.
  • Durability classification (to EN 12467: 2016): Category A.
  • Strength classification (to EN 12467: 2016, untreated sheets): Class 4.
  • Strength classification (to EN 12467: 2016, treated sheets): Class 5.


Durability:

The cement panel is highly durable and includes immunity to permanent water damage in both short and long-term exposure. It will not rot, burn or corrode and is unaffected by termites, air, steam, salt and sunlight. It is not adversely affected over a temperature range of -20 to +60°C.


Vitrafix systems:

Aluminium carrier system brackets, profiles and fixings which are Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT) tested. Designed to offer a cost effective yet strong carrier system, and is suitable for all building types. 

  1. VitraFix VF1: The VF1 system has adjustability of 102–235 mm and can be further extended by combining the Vitrafix VF2/TH system to give an additional depth - consult manufacturer for further details. Custom depth brackets are also available 
  2. VitraFix VF2: Comprised of aluminium or steel top-hats and C-channel rails to allow brackets to be installed in isolation of stud location or increase system depth.  The VF2 top-hats can also be used in the own right to replace timber batten style sub grids
  3. VitraFix VF3: Utilizes undercut anchors to attach brackets to the reverse of 10 or 12 mm-thick Ceramapanel sheets, these brackets are then located onto horizontal VF3 rails.


Features and benefits:

  • Lightweight.
  • Durable.
  • Tested to Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT).
  • System warranty available - contact manufacturer's technical team for information.
  • Application: For panel systems using VF1 fixings.

General information

Color

Beige

Black

Blue

Brown

Green

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Finish

Smooth

Textured

Painted

Material

Fibre cement

Warranty description

15 year

Guidance for specification option:

Ceramapanel; consult manufacture for further details.

Uniclass

Ss_25_20_70_25 Drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding systemsPrimary

CAWS

H92/120 Rainscreen cladding

Specification data - Drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding systems

System performance

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements.

Thermal insulation

Certifix mineral wool rainscreen slab, thickness.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert required thickness.


Thermal performance: 0.034 W/m·K.

Fire rating (to BS EN 13501-1): A1.

Fixings: CIA/FR Certifix fire-rated insulation fixings.

Breather membrane

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Material

CFA1BM CertiShield Class A2 Breather Membrane.

Guidance for specification option:

Fire performance (to BS EN 13501-1): A1.

Fasteners

Manufacturer's standard.

Secondary support structure

Vitrafix VF3/ VF1.

Guidance for specification option:

See below for options for: Brackets; rails; horizontal rails; fixings; accessories.

Vitrafix VF3/ VF2/ VF1.

Cavity fire barriers

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Horizontal

Certifix VRFB+ open state horizontal barrier.

Manufacturer guidance

Fixings: Fire-tested fixings to be advised by Certifix Ltd to equivalent performance of fire barrier, fixing reference dictated by substrate.

Vertical

Certifix NVRFB non-ventilated vertical barrier.

Manufacturer guidance

Fixings: Fire-tested fixings to be advised by Certifix Ltd to equivalent performance of fire barrier, fixing reference dictated by substrate.

Cladding panels

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Material

Ceramapanel through-coloured fibre cement panel, 2500 x 1250 x 8 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Weight: 14.4 kg/m².

Ceramapanel through-coloured fibre cement panel, 3050 x 1250 x 8 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Weight: 18.0 kg/m².

Ceramapanel through-coloured fibre cement panel, 2500 x 1250 x 10 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Weight: 18.0 kg/m².

Ceramapanel through-coloured fibre cement panel, 3050 x 1250 x 10 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Weight: 18.0 kg/m².

Ceramapanel through-coloured fibre cement panel, 2500 x 1250 x 12 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Weight: 21.6 kg/m².

Ceramapanel through-coloured fibre cement panel, 3050 x 1250 x 12 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Weight: 21.6 kg/m².

Manufacturer guidance

See product description for technical characteristics.


Fixing: VFR4.820C Vitrafix 4.8x20mm Rivet A4/A4 (5–13 mm). Fixings should be spaced 45–65 mm from edge measured with the fibres and 25–50 mm from edge measured across the fibres.

Panel joints

8–10 mm open joints.

Reveals

Not required.

25 mm-wide window flashing profile.

Colour/ Finish

1111 Vanilla.

1031 Charcoal.

1121 Sky Blue.

1061 Eucalyptus.

1011 Rain Cloud.

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Manufacturer guidance

The Raw finish features a smooth sanded face that is suitable for clean, modern facades. The natural nuances of fibre cement are more apparent in this finish

Natural range resembles nature’s earth tones and has a much more natural look.

Fire rating (to BS EN 13501)

Manufacturer's standard.

Brackets

VF100DB 100 mm double bracket (no pad).

Guidance for specification option:

102–132 mm adjustment.

VF100SB 100 mm single bracket (no pad).

Guidance for specification option:

102–132 mm adjustment.

VF140DB 140 mm double bracket (no pad).

Guidance for specification option:

142–172 mm adjustment.

VF140SB 140 mm single bracket (no pad).

Guidance for specification option:

142–172 mm adjustment.

VF180DB 180 mm double bracket (no pad).

Guidance for specification option:

182–212 mm adjustment.

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Rails

VF3 secret fix rail/ VFTR503 T-rail, 50 x 100 x 3000 mm.

VF3 secret fix rail/ VFTR506 T-rail, 50 x 100 x 6000 mm.

VF3 secret fix rail/ VFLR503 L-rail, 50 x 100 x 3000 mm.

VF3 secret fix rail/ VFLR506 L-rail, 50 x 100 x 6000 mm.

Manufacturer guidance

VF3 secret fix rail: Aluminium, 6000 mm long.

Horizontal Rails

Vitrafix VF2/U 90 x 15 x 2 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Length: 3000 mm.

Vitrafix VF2/U 174 x 15 x 2 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Length: 3000 mm.

Not required.

Guidance for specification option:

Not required for masonry walls.

Manufacturer guidance

VF2/U attached to SFS locations allowing brackets to be installed in isolation to stud location.


Fixing to stud: VFSD.538/A4 – Vitrafix self-drill, A4 grade 5.5 x 38 mm, 8 mm hex head w/washer – consult manufacturer's details for fixing centres.

Secret Fix Brackets

Vitrafix VF3 Secret Fix bracket – fixed.

Guidance for specification option:

Consult manufacturer for fixing/ bracket part number.

Fixings

VFSD4.825/A4 Vitrafix self-drill, 4.8 x 25 mm, A4 grade, 8 mm hex head.

VFSD.538/A4 Vitrafix self-drill, 5.5 x 38 mm, A4 grade, 8 mm hex head w/washer.

Masonry anchors by Certifix Ltd - ETA approved, fire-rated fixing.

Guidance for specification option:

Certifix Ltd to carry out pull-out test on site to determine correct fixing.

Accessories

None.

VFIPDB Double bracket thermal pad.

Guidance for specification option:

Adds 3 mm adjustment.

VFIPSB Single bracket thermal pad.

Guidance for specification option:

Adds 3 mm adjustment.

Sheathing board

ProcellaPro.

Guidance for specification option:

  • Panel size (l x w): 2500 x 1250 mm.
  • Thickness: 12 mm; weight: 21.6 kg/m².
  • Fire rating to BS EN 13501-1: A1.
  • Fixings: VFSDPP4.838/WT Vitrafix self-drill ProcellaPro WT fixing, 4.8 x 38 mm with countersunk head – consult manufacturer's details for fixing layouts.

Cavity

Depth: 50 mm open joint installation.

Guidance for specification option:

Measured from face of insulation to rear of panel; can be reduced by 50% at fire barrier locations or other “pinch” points.

Other.

Guidance for specification option:

Consult CWCT section 3.4.4.4 and insert requirements.

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