Plaspanel® two-tone panels are manufactured from quality Polyethylene (PE) resin – one of the most versatile thermoplastics available. Almost indestructible, Plaspanel flat sheet panels offer a number of distinct benefits over comparable flat sheet products. Plaspanel is waterproof so they do not rot, swell, delaminate, deteriorate or absorb moisture. The non-stick surface cleans easily, is scratch resistant and difficult to graffiti. They are rustproof, chemical, bacteria and mould resistant. The acoustic properties are similar to brick so they are ideal for many applications.
Best of all, Plaspanel is easy to work with and can be cut, routered, drilled, welded and mechanically fixed with standard tools. Plaspanel two-tone panels offer greater creativity and more visual impact when it comes to producing signage, playground equipment, furniture and displays. One colour is ‘sandwiched’ between two layers of another colour and is revealed when the product is cut, drilled or routered.
Multi-use panels
The possible applications for Plaspanel two-tone panels are endless. The durability of the product makes it perfect for outdoor and high traffic areas and uses. The only limitations are your imagination.
Plaspanel Two-tone colour range
Available in eight colour combinations, other colours can be manufactured when ordered in larger quantities.
Benefits of Plaspanel two-tone
• No Splintering / Chipping
• Impact Resistant
• UV Resistant
• Low Water Absorption
• High Colour Stability
• Non Degradable
• Termite Resistant
Manufacturing Tolerance
| Length |
+ 10 mm |
| Width |
+ 2 mm |
| Thickness |
+/- 0.10 mm |
| Diagonal |
+/- 10 mm |
Fixing and Installation
Plaspanel multi-purpose panels can be drilled, routed or sawn with standard wood working tools. Consideration should be given to thermal movement of the panel during installation as the panel can expand approximately 6 mm along the 2440 mm dimension through 40ºC temperature change.Screw holes should be drilled oversized to allow for movement, the larger you can make the hole and still fasten securely, the better the installation. Satisfactory adhesive bonds can not generally be achieved with polyethylene (PE) formulation panels.
Heat Welding
A major advantage of Plaspanel is the ability to mitre cut, fold, and heat weld. Making them ideal for quick seamless fabrication on-site or off-site.
Fasteners
In general it is recommended to use flat fasteners. Small headed nails and screws with cutting flutes under the head are likely to
produce inferior pull through resistance. Plain head screws are preferable while self embedding screws should be avoided.
Adhesive
Standard construction adhesive will bond Plaspanel to timber framing.
Painting
Plaspanel can not be painted with conventional paint systems.
Material Safety Data
This product is not classified as hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia. All work with these panels should be carried out in such a way as to minimise the generation of shavings and fines. Excessive levels of shavings and fines may present a slippage hazard on hard surfaces. General use safety glasses and a replaceable filter or disposable half face respirator should be worn when machining.
Recycling
Off-cuts and general waste material should be placed in containers separate from other waste for recycling. Plaspanel is also available in a recycled panel product that can itself be recycled. This product is only available in single, solid colours.
Storage
Keep stock clear of the ground and away from sources of heat, flame or sparks. Store panels flat and fully supported. |
