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Henry Petroski

Tel. : +662 618 8871Email : [email protected]

Line : @fassco.co

VAT: 0105560190216

Facade Corporation Co., Ltd.No. 23 Soi Pradipat 6, Phayathai,

Phayathai, Bangkok 10400 Thailand

Website : www.fassco.co

PRODUCT ANDINSTALLATION GUIDEEDITION 02 – Q3 - 2019High-Density Fibrecement Facades

WWW.FASSCO.CO

SAFE, ELEGANT AND SUSTAINABLE BUILDING SOLUTIONS

INTRODUCTION:

With an ever-growing shift and consciousness towards safe, elegant and sustainable building materials,

we at the FASSCO take great pride in delivering a product and service tailored towards meeting only your

specifi c needs.

We manage all our operations under one roof and, as a full-service provider, we offer products of the

highest quality and fi nish.

We value your vision and would love to accompany you along every step of your journey; from the consul-

tation to the engineering and from the production to the installation itself.

This manual serves as a technical document to assist you during your project. Keep in mind that facade

engineering and installation is a highly technical task that requires extensive training and ample

experience to guarantee a safe and long-lasting product life.

We remain at your disposal at all stages for any questions that may arise.

We look forward to meeting you personally.

TABLE OF CONTENTSSection 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Section 2 PRODUCT RANGE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Section 3 PAINT AND INK ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Section 4 FIXING METHODS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16 Rivets ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16 Glue ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18 ClipFix ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20

Section 5 SUB-CONSTRUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Support Structure ...................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Cavity and Joints ........................................................................................................................................................................ 23

Section 6 PLANNING FUNDAMENTALS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 24 General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Windload ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Section 7 High-density Fibrecement ................................................................................................................................................................. 28

Section 8 Handling and Maintanace .............................................................................................................................................................. 30 Handling and Maintanance ...................................................................................................................................... 30 Tools and Accesories ............................................................................................................................................................ 32

Section 9 References ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................34

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VENTILATED FACADES A Ventilated Facade is a two-stage construction, comprising fi rstly, an inner load-be-

aring structure and secondly, the outer rainscreen and its mounting components.

This outer skin protects the structure against the elements. A ventilated facade is ideal

for the use in both new buildings and renovation projects.

Another key feature of a Ventilated Facade is the air gap or cavity between the outer

skin and the backing wall.

This allows for a chimney-effect to take place, which in turn transports air through the

system, ventilating the cavity,

Depending on the nature of the joints between panels, a minute amount of 0.3-0.4%

water penetration may occur. This is will be easily dissipated

however, due to the ventilation effect. (see page 25)

PRINCIPLES OF A VENTILATED FACADES

01 |INTRODUCTION

Benefi ts of Ventilated Facades - Protects the building structure from

rain or hail.

- Protects building from sun radiation.

- Dissipates atmospheric heat.

- Enhances the building climate.

- Eliminates effect of thermal bridges.

- Acoustic insulation.

- Decorative design element

A CROSS SECTION DEPICTION OF A VENTILATED FACADE

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DEFINITION: FASSCO panels are a high density, fi bre reinforced cement composite board of high strength and high

E-modulus conform European Standard EN 12467(3). Coated with a multi-layer system, comprising waterbased ,

pigmented acrylic coatings and sealed with a CLP, light-cured clear topcoat resin.

These panels are a fi bre-reinforced mineral bonded composite that can be shaped to boards and panels, which

is successfully used as the outer skin of buildings since several decades in climatic conditions from polar regions

to deserts and rainforests. Fibrecement‘s mechanical strength, durability and resistance towards algae, moss and

vermin such as termites, make it an ideal material for ventilated facades all over the world.

FASSCO IN THE TRADITION OF FIBRECEMENT

HISTORY: Whilst ventilated facades and rainscreen panels were used earlier, it was in the mid 1950s that production of large

format cement boards started. At the same time, efforts were made to improve the colouring techniques generally

practiced at that time. This resulted in a unique panel with optically fl at, semi-matt mineral enamel surface.

In the late 1980s, manufacturers in Germany and Switzerland succeeded in replacing the hazardous fi bres by a blend

of cellulose and textile fi bres as raw material in fi brecement boards. These two companies successfully used the

new manufacturing technology to further develop the market for fi brecement in ventilated facades. One of them,

Eternit GmbH in Germany, has now become the exclusive supplier of raw boards to Facade Corporation for the

production of FASSCO panels.

Asbestos-free fi brecement boards are coated with newly developed, water-based acrylic paints. Develop-

ment of new and innovative coatings continued, aiming at improved durability, colour and design diversity as

well as functional properties. Combining the high performance of the coatings with that of the fi brecement

board, resulted in products that give the architects of the day an entirely new material for ventilated facades,

providing new possibilities of creative design of a building.

FASSCO panels and coating represent the latest generation in this development.

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EXPLANATION: Facade Corporation offers a large and unique selection of FASSCO branded panels. All panels are surface

fi nished by factory applied, weather resistant and durable polymer coatings. This enables the architect

to design the facade of the building not only in regard to the geometry of the panels but particularly in

terms of colours and light effects.

Moreover, FASSCO offers a wear resistant, easy-to-clean coating on all products. This provides enhanced

durability in exposed areas including the risk of vandalism through graffi ti spray.

All FASSCO panels receive a tight and water repellent back-sealing coating.

Although conceived as exterior facade elements, FASSCO panels, fulfi l all requirements for internal use, for instance

as wall covering in public areas, bathrooms, kitchen and living areas. For more information visit www.interiore.co

02 |PRODUCT RANGE

TECHNICAL PRODUCT SPECIFICATION: All FASSCO boards conform to the requirements of EN12467 „Fibrecement Flat Sheets - Product specifi cation

and test methods“.

Minimum Density Dry 1,600-1,700 kg/m³

Bending Strength Parallel Ambient 18-24 N/mm²

Bending Strength Perpendicular Ambient 14-17 N/mm²

Modulus of Elasticity Ambient 12,000-15,000 N/mm²

Hygric Movement 30-95% 1.5 mm/m

Water Absorption of Uncoat Panel 0-100% <25 %

Durability Qualification EN12467 Category A

Strength Classification EN12467 Class 4

Reaction to Fire EN13501-1

Water Impermeability Test Cat. A EN12467 Pass

Warm Water Test EN12467 Pass

Soak/Dry Test EN12467 Pass

Freeze Thaw Test for Cat. A Panel EN12467 Pass

Heat/Rain Test for Cat. A Panel EN12467 Pass

Thermal Movement 0.01 mm/mK

Thermal Conductivity 0.58 W/mK

Panel Weight 2500 x 1220mm

8 8mm 12.8-15.4 kg/m² 39.3-47.1 kg/panel

12mm 19.2-22.8kg/m2 58.9-71.6 kg/panel

Factory Supplied Tollerances

Thickness 8mm Panel ± 0.5mm

Length 2500mm ± 5mm

Width 1220mm ± 4mm

Squareness 2.0mm/m

Class A2

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POWERFUL COLOURS FOR A POWERFUL VISON

PRODUCT EXAMPLEEXPLANATION: A fully pigmented monotone acrylic-polymer coating, offered

in a large variety of pantone colour pigmentations.

Due to the innovative cross-linked polymer (CLP) top-coat, the

surface fi nish is available in a semi-matt and glossy light

refl ection

Classic™

DESCRIPTION:

Material: High-density aircured fi brecement, made in accordance to EN 12467.

Thickness: 8mm, 12mm

Fire safety: A2, s1, d0 (EN 13501-1)

Health: 100% Asbestos free

Boards Made in Germany - Coated by Facade Corporation

Certifi cations: ISO 9001:2008 and EN ISO 14001:2004 (board).

Certifi ed for use as Ventilated Facades in accordance with

DIBt. (boards)

OUR MOST POPULAR

SURFACE FINISHES: Coating: Cross-linked polymer (CLP) hardened resin.

Colours: 2,310 colours to choose from.

Surface: Semi-Matt or Gloss

BENEFITS: - Colour fade resistant

- Robust and scratch proof

- Extremely fi re resistant

- Acoustic insulation qualities

- Graffi ti resistant - Clean with methylated spirits

- Edge coating available

- Environmentally friendly and sustainable

- Made-to-Order. No stockpiling

PROTECTION

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PRODUCT EXAMPLEEXPLANATION: A fully pigmented, mono and multi-tone coating, offered in a

variety of pigments with specifi c light effect.

- Metallic effect (variety of colours available).

- Mother of pearl: a fi ne delicate white.

- Iridescent effect: a colour change dependent on light inci-

dence.

All panels are covered with an innovative cross-linked polymer

(CLP) top-coat. The surface fi nish is available in gloss.

DESCRIPTION: Material: High-density aircured fi brecement, made in accor-

dance to EN 12467.







DIBt. (boards)

OUR MOST POPULAR

SURFACE FINISHES: Coating: Cross-linked polymer (CLP) hardend resin.

Colours: limited choice of colour

Surface: Gloss

Pearl™

SHINE BRIGHTER THAN EVER BEFORE









COLOUR AVAILABILITY: 10 colours to choose from. Contact your representative

PROTECTION

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A SURFACE YOU CAN FEEL

PRODUCT EXAMPLEEXPLANATION: A fully pigmented multi-tone acrylic-polymer coating, offered

in a large variety of pantone colour pigmentations that are

covered with colour splashes.

A rough surface feel is offered by effect particles enclosed

within the coating,

Due to the innovative cross-linked polymer (CLP) top-coat. The

surface fi nish are available in semi-matt and gloss.


dance to EN 12467.







DIBt. (boards)

OUR MOST POPULAR


Colours: Wide choice of custom base and splash colours available.


Touch™









COLOUR AVAILABILITY: Endless colour choices.

PROTECTION

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PRINTING VISIONS IN THE HIGHEST DEFINITION

PRODUCT EXAMPLEEXPLANATION: Images, patterns and designs printed by an inkjet printer in

high defi nition.

The print image is protected with the innovative cross-linked

polymer (CLP) top-coat.

Choose one of our countless design patterns or supply your

own texture, logo or photography.


dance to EN 12467.







DIBt. (boards)

DESIGN INSPIRATIONS



Colours: CMYK

Print resolution: 360 - 1080 dpi (dependent on print speed)

File type: JPEG, PNG, PDF

Desire™








PROTECTION

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PRODUCT EXAMPLEEXPLANATION:


dance to EN 12467.







DIBt. (boards)

OUR COLLECTION

SURFACE FINISHES: All panels come with a standard hydrophobation repelling water and dirt. Choosing the “+” version gives you the possibility of adding our (CLP) protective top-coat in Matt or Gloss giving you extra added protection.

True™






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COLOUR AVAILABILITY: See 6 below.

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No visible and open edges when cutting on-sight

A coloured board where the pigmentation is mixed into the slurry before the sheet formation process. The surface is sanded to give a natural and rough structure.

PROTECTION

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NATURAL FIBRECEMENT

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03 |PAINT AND INKPROCESS TYPES : Facade Corporation applies a combination of three coating technologies in order to obtain the desired surface effects:

1 . As primers; base-coats and coloured layers: water-based acrylic emulsion paints with low pigment volume concentration.

Oven curing allows the use of resins with high fi lm forming temperature (MFT), resulting in particularly hard layers,

resistant to water and sunlight radiation.

2. As clear transparent top-coat; the cross-linking acrylic co-polymer resin (CLP), cured by ultra-violet light with the

option to reduce the gloss by a two-step curing.

3. As medium for advanced high-defi nition inkjet printing; an inorganic ink, composed of essentially mineral pigments

and binders.

QUALITY CONTROL (QC) : A rigorous quality control system is installed for the production of FASSCO coated panels.

This comprises the following:

During Production

- Moisture control of raw board

- Measurement of paint colour and viscosity

- Controlling applied weight of paints

- Controlling drying and curing conditions

- Measuring fi lm formation

- Monitoring energy for CLP curing

Finished product

- Comparison of colour with reference (∆L)

- Measurement of homogeneity of gloss

- Verifi cation of fi lm formation

PAINT TYPES : Surfaces of FASSCO panels are hard and scratch resistant. They are chemically resistant and dirt does not easily stick.

The surface can easily be cleaned with water, light detergents and high-pressure water jets. (up to 50 bar, min. 60cm

nozzle distance)

Graffi ti spray as result of vandalism can be removed with use of remover liquids such as methylated spirits.

BACKCOATING : All FASSCO panels are protected against unbalanced absorption of humidity and carbon dioxide from the air by an

ultra-tight transparent coating layer on the back.

This back-coat stabilizes the panels and make them insensitive to deformation (warping).

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COLOUR MATCHING :

The Facade Corporation specialises in the colour matching and new pigment developments with latest technology available to us. We welcome our clients wishes and can match any colour to 99.9% accuracy.

STEPS OF THE COATING PROCESS:

Cutting

Base Coat

Clean Primer

Paint

Back Coat

ColourPaint

CLP

QC

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04 | 1FIXING METHODS

RIVETS - MECHANICAL FIXING

ADVANTAGES:- Cost effective solution

- Quick and easy installation

All fi xing points will be drilled with a ø9.5mm hole directly into the

fi brecement panel and a ø4.1mm hole into the supporting profi le of

the sub-construction. For the 8mm board the rivet type 4 x 18 – K 15 will

be used. For the fi x points a sleeve. The 12mm boards will mounted with

the rivet labelled 4 x 25 – K 15 with a sleeve also used for the fi x points.

Fibrecement panels, like all porous mineral materials, undergo hydric and thermal movement. This means, that the material expands upon change of temperature and change of humidity content. The mounting principles of ventilated facade panels therefore have to allow for this expansion or shrinkage without transmitting any tension to the panel. Such tensions could lead to deformation of the panel and ultimately cracking.

To maintain the panels tension free, they are fastened by means of fi xed and sliding points. Two adjacent fi xed points (F) are provided for each panel. All other fi xing holes are sliding points (S). The Fixed points (F) position and securely fasten the panels, providing support the strains of windload and dead-weights of the whole panel. Sliding points (S) support the applied wind-load only.

FIXING PROCEDURE : The procedure for fi xing is the same for all FASSCO

panels. The are pre-drilled with an ø9.5mm diameter

size hole to allow for rivet fi xing (picture 1). A drilling

stencil has to be used.

Each panel has two fi xed points. These are formed by

using the sleeves to fi ll the oversized hole. No sleeve

is used for the sliding holes. (Picture 2) A centralising

tool is used to drive the rivet hole in the aluminium

supporting frame. (Picture 3) A rivet setting tool which

fi ts to the end of the rivet gun can be used to prevent

scratching the rivet head and ensure the correct

placement of the rivet. (picture 4)

For information on tool selection and how to obtain

them, see page 32.

FASSCO ventilated facade panels may be face fi xed

to a metal supporting frame using an aluminium or

stainless steel rivet. The rivets have colour matched

heads to blend in with the panel. Aluminium rivets

can only be used with aluminium supporting frame.

Stainless steel rivets can be used with aluminium,

galvanised or stainless steel supporting frames.

F F

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SCHEMATIC VIEW OF RIVET FIXATION BY FIX AND SLIDING POINTS:

POSITION OF FIXING POINTS : The distance of fi xing holes from the edge of the panel has to be

respected:

The distance from the hole to the horizontal edge is:

is 70mm -> 100mm. Preferably 80mm.

The distance of the hole to the vertical side edges of the panel is:

30mm -> 100mm.

The centres for the rest of the fi xings are determined based on

the engineers windload calculations and the dimensions of the

rainscreen panel.

REQUIRED NUMBER OF FIXING POINTS AND DISTANCE FROM EACH OTHER :

Number of fi xing points and distances from each other is function on wind-load on rainscreen panel: 2500mm x 1220mm x 8mm - horizontal position on vertical profi les

Number of fi xing points and distances from each other is function on wind-load on rainscreen panel: 2500mm x 1220mm x 8mm - vertical position on vertical profi les

Wind Pressure (kN/m2) 1.92 2.88 4.00 5.11

Wind Suction (kN/m2) -1.44 -1.81 -2.17 -4.34

Amount of Fixing Points (h x v) 5x3 6x3 7x3 8x4

Distance between horizontal

vertical

610 488 407 349

545 545 545 363


Wind Suction (kN/m2) -0.79 -1.48 -4.01 -5.33



vertical

595 397 397 298

780 780 390 390

Drilling Ø 4.1 mm

Shaft Ø 4.0 mm

Drill hole Ø 9.5 mmRivet head Ø 15 mm

100 mm

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80 mm 20 mm

25 mm

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Drilling Ø 4.1 mm

Shaft Ø 4.0 mm

Drill hole Ø 9.5 mmRivet head Ø 15 mm

Sliding Point Fixing Point

The following tables are a general indication of the windload effects on fi xing points. Determination of fi xing positions and number

of fi xing points is a detailed calculation that must be done by a certifi ed structural engineer. Please feel free to contact your

personal FASSCO respresentative for our services that can support you.

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FIXING PROCEDURE : Fixing Procedures

Before the gluing procedure it is imperative that all surfaces in contact with the glue are dry and free or dew. The dew

point needs to be tested before application.

• The aluminium sections must be degreased and undergo preliminary treatment with a primer.

• The backside of the panel must be raised with sandpaper in order to eliminate the back-coating on the spots of the

adhesive bonding

• The back of the facade panel must be cleaned and be given prior treatment with an adhesion primer.

• A double-sided adhesive strip is applied onto the aluminium profi le as support for the facade panel during the

hardening period of the glue, while also indicating the distance between the facade panel and the aluminium profi les.

• The correct quantity of glue must be applied. A maximum edge distance of 50mm must be respected.

• The rainscreen panel is placed and pressed against the aluminium support profi le in order to squeeze the strip of glue

to the thickness of the double-sided adhesive strip for calibration.

REQUIREMENTS : For a safe and conforming application of the glue system, a two-day training needs to be completed which is provided

by the supplier of the adhesive.

An installation of FASSCO panels by glue is only possible on a vertical sub-structure.


GLUE - CONCEALED FIXING

ADVANTAGES:- Easy and fastest installing method

- No exposed fi xing elements

Gluing the panel onto a metal supporting structure is an elegant

and durable fi xing method. Facade Corporation uses a silicone

polymer or polyurethane based glue, formulated specially for

the purpose of fi xing fi brecement panels.

The FASSCO recommended adhesive system can basically be

applied to all formats and conditions. The glue produces give

enough support after the 12 hour curing time, so that no further

mechanical support is needed.

The fi xing procedure must always take place in strict

accordance with the conditions of the supplier of the adhesive

system and under their training and guarantee conditions.

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REQUIRED NUMBER OF FIXING AREAS AND DISTANCES FROM EACH OTHER:

The following table is a general indication of the windload effects on fi xing points. Determination of surface

area and number of support profi les is a detailed calculation that must be done by a certifi ed structural

engineer. Please feel free to contact your personal FASSCO respresentative for our services that can support

you.

Board Width (mm) 1,250 2,500

Wind Pressure (kN) 1.56 4.01 1.81 2.88 4.10

Amount of sup-port profi les 3 4 5 6 7

Distance between Profi les (mm) 595 397 610 488 407

≥8 ≥8 ≥8 ≥8 ≥10

≥408 8 8

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12 >100 1212

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Primer

Aluminium profilePrimer

Adhesive tape

Fassco Panels(8 mm)

Adhesive tape Glue(Thickness ≥3mm)

Glue

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Aluminium Profile

POSITIONING OF GLUE SYSTEM

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ClipFix is a mechanical fi xing system for invisible

applications. Consisting of a two-part anchor with

one part is screwed into the panel and the other

attached to the metal sub-construction. This fi xing

method is available for baords with a

12mm thickness.

PROCEDURE : The panels are pre-drilled at our factory to the

precise position provided by the design engineer

or the supporting frame supplier. A special shape

hole is drilled into the rear of the panel without

passing through to the front face. The hole is wider

in the middle of the panel than at the rear surface.

ASSEMBLY: The assembly of the Clipfi x system is done on site.

For the bolt system, the anchor is inserted into the

hole. The hanging hook, washer and bolt are place

together and inserted into the anchor. As the bolt

tightens the anchor expands and locks into place.

Attention: Over-tightening the bolt can damage

the anchor and the panel reducing the pull outs

resistance of the fi xation.

A horizontal aluminium profi le to support the hanging

hooks is mounted and fi xed by screw onto the vertical

sub-structure. The hanging hooks are clipped onto

the horizontal profi le and fi xed with a screw.

Below is a graphical representation of the complete system.


1. Pre drilled hole in 8mm pannel.2. Undercut Anchor3.+4. Washer and screw

Back of the board

1 2 3 4

Vertical sub-structuremounted on facade Horizontal Support

Hanging hooks mountedon to the panel

Hanging hook mounted on the panel.

CLIPFIX - CONCEALED FIXING MECHANICAL FIXING

ADVANTAGES:- No exposed fi ttings

- Prestigious appearance

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REQUIRED NUMBER OF FIXING POINTS AND DISTANCES FROM EACH OTHER:

The following table is a general indication of the windload effects on fi xing points. Determination of fi xing

positions and number of fi xing points is a detailed calculation that must be done by a certifi ed structural

engineer. Please feel free to contact your personal FASSCO respresentative for our services that can support

you.

Wind Pressure / Wind Suction (kN/m2) 0.98 1.29 1.66 2.19


Distance between fi xing (mm)

horizon-tal

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575 460 575 460

n=Vertical suppoort beamm=support hooksExample of vertical panels position with vertical sub-structure

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Horizontal Support

Hanging hooks mountedon to the panel

Vertical sub-structuremounted on facade

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The Facade Corporation and its partners within the manufacturing and supply of sub-constructions offer a

wide range of aluminium or galvanized steel solutions used to mount the panels to the load-bearing wall.

DESCRIPTION : The supporting frame normally consists of an angle bracket(1) which

is anchored back to the wall. This bracket then supports the vertical

“T”(2) or “L”(3) profi les which in-turn support the FASSCO panels.

The “T” profi le supports 2 panels and is used behind the vertical joint

between two panels.

The “L” profi le is used as an intermediate profi le for the central part

of the panel.

In the case that galvanized steel is used, the aluminium “T” profi les

becomes an “Omega” profi le(4) and the aluminium “L” profi le becomes

a “Z” profi le(5).

The aluminium support bracket allows the gradual variation of

distance between the load-bearing wall and the rear of the panel.

This forms a cavity through which the air ventilation takes place.

The adjustable brackets also allow to compensate for unevenness

of the building wall.

The position and number of brackets are individually determined for

each project. In general, a minimum pull-out value (per fi xing point)

of 3kN (306kg) is recommended.

In view of the high thermal expansion coeffi cient of aluminium, the

profi les are fi xed by one fi x-point and several sliding points, equivalent

to the principles applied to the FASSCO panel rivet fi xing.

All fi xed points of the profi les on a single panels are located at the

same height, so that stresses from the sub-construction are not

transfered to the panel.

Joints between profi les must coincide with horizontal joints between

panels. A panel is never fi xed to seperate profi le.

See representation 1 opposite.

05 | 1SUB-CONSTRUCTIONSupport Structure

Fix point braket

L or T profileRaincreen panelVentilated cavity

Caivty

Fix point bracketFixation of insulation

Sliding point bracket

Sliding point bracket

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CAVITY : The cavity is a primary feature of a Ventilated Facade. It is designed to act

as a pressure cushion and prevents water from reaching the insulation

or backing wall. By ventilating the cavity, moisture that arises from water

passing the facade, moisture migrating from the inner surface of the wall

or condensation will be removed by either evaporation or simply running

down the back of the panel and escaping out and away from the backing

wall.

To protect the openings of the Ventilated Facade from unwanted intruders

such as birds or vermin, a perforated profi le must be installed.

This protects sensitive materials such as insulation, sub-construction and

even the load-bearing wall. It is important to choose the right format of

profi le to not hinder the homogenous ventilation fl ow.

For further information see page 24, 06/01 - Planning Fundamentals.

JOINTS : FASSCO Ventilated Facades do not need to have sealed joints.

Vertical joints are closed for rivet and glue fi xation but remain open for the

ClipFix system. The profi les itself can be covered by a black paint or

(otherwise coloured) PVC tape.

Horizontal joints will usually stay open but can also be closed by a baffl e

system. This is dependend on your design confi gurations.

ADVANTAGES OF OPEN-JOINTS :By keeping the joints between the panels open, the facade becomes wind

permeable. This reduces the applicable wind-load and can be taken into

consideration for the structural calculations.

Open joints also allow for reduction of the depth of the cavity space bet-

ween wall and panels. With open joints silicone sealant is not required and

therefore dirt accumulation and streaking is not a problem.

Furthermore, open joints allow the architect-designer an additional creative

element to be used in the designing process.

Cavity and Joints

05 | 2SUB-CONSTRUCTION

PANEL FIXING OVER TWO SEPERATE PROFILES IS NOT ALLOWED

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06 | 1PLANNING FUNDAMENTALSThe following section forms a guide to highlight the complexity and importance of a correct installation to ensure functionability and long service-life of a Ventilated Facade system and panels. The engineering and application of a Ventilated Facade is a highly complex task that requires certifi cation, training and experience to be carried out. We at FASSCO will gladly consult and advise you through your project.

REQUIREMENTS : To ensure a correct dispersion and evaporation of humidity, heat and particles, an appropriate separation

between facade and load-bearing wall needs to be respected. The Ventilates Facade system needs to be

engineered and installed in a way, to allow for a gap, of at least 40mm to exist with 70-80mm being optimal.

The gap is allowed to be reduced of up to 5mm if the load-bearing wall holds irregularities and uneven

areas. To ensure the long lasting functionality of our Ventilated Facade, a ventilation stop needs to be

considered.

CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS : The facade panels are to be installed without any constraints.

Changes in form of dimension and shape should not be allowed to cause damage to the

mounting contact points and panels themselves.

The correct and successful installation of the facade elements is achieved, when all drilling holes

of the panel are carried out in accordance with installation plans.

In conjunction, ventilation stops and sub-construction mounts must be drilled larger than those

on the aluminum profi les.

Two fi xing points are used per facade panel element.

In the area of movable joints within the building and installation mounts, the same moving possibilities

need to be allowed. This is obviously also the case for sub-construction elements.

During the installation of panels onto sub-construction elements, no movement constraints are

allowed to appear. These constraints can cause damages during movements or knocks, causing

damage to the fi xing point of the panels.

Minimum distances in accordance with installation plans need to be respected. The maximum

distance between mounting brackets is 800mm.

Installation elements need to be serviced over time. Anchor possibilities for levitating

frameworks and scaffolding need to be considered.

Requirements for assembly:

The geometric assumptions of the static calculations used in the installation plans must be

respected during installation.

WEATHER PROTECTION : The Ventilated Facade ensures permanent protection of buildings from rainfall.

This system is allocated to the highest stress group „strong cloudbursts and downpour“.

Due to this, the Ventilated Facade system is extremely resistant to heavy rainfall. Furthermore, even

in areas of high annual rainfall and high winds, the Ventilated Facade hinders the penetration of

water within the load-bearing wall element.

The effective and appropriate separation of joints plays a great part in the protection of permeability.

Thanks to this, the temperature losses or gains are also reduced and a stabil room climate within the

building can be achieved.

Building elements behind the facade are protected from strong sun radiations (such as IR and

UV) which has an extremel positive effect on the life of the biulding.

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VENTILATION BUILDING REQUIREMENTS : The layout creation of a Ventilated Facade allows for an open

joint to be used, with an ideal width of 8-10mm per joint. To create

an aesthetically pleasing and technically functioning facade, this

8-10mm gap must be respected.

Joints under 8mm are not allowed to be applied. Due to these aeration

cross-sections, the functionability of a Ventilated Facade is optimised.

By research results of a renowned testing institute (fvhf.de) and

experience itself, it is shown that the facade with 8-10mm open

joint is fully functioning during cloud bursts.

The majority of the rainwater is dicipated at the surface of the

facade. The minor water that is allowed to penetrate the system and

passes the fi rst layer, is quickly dicipated downwards to the ground.

Thanks to the strong ventilation effects these areas are quickly dried.

The graph represents a facade cross-section with torrential

downpour affecting the system.

SOUND PROOFING : Especially within medical and residential buildings, the Ventilated Facade satisfi es high

expectations as exterior sound insulators.

FASSCO panels on Ventilated Facades improves the sound insulation by up 15db and therefore

add to a homogenous living environment.

FIRE PROTECTION : FASSCO panels are made of high-density fi brecement which belong to the safest exterior facade

constructions. Classifi ed as A2-s1, d0, in accordance to EN13501-1 .

FASSCO Ventilated Facade panels add no fuel for fi re; as long as no fl ammable materials are used

in the installation such as organic insulation materials or wood.

MOUNTING SAFETY : The use of FASSCO’s fi brecement panels in Ventilated Facade systems is only permissible when

the scope of application has undergone a building inspection and a certifi cate is issued.

These certifi cates, in accordance with national norms, standards and laws can only be obtained

by the Facade Corporation.

PROOF OF USABILITY :The FASSCO high-density fi brecement panels are allowed to be used when , properly mounted on

metal sub-constructions in usage for Ventilated Facades, as a non-fl ammable material.

LOAD ACCEPTANCE, CALCULATION VALUES AND MEASUREMENTS : All parts of a facade element in regards to safety need to undergo a proof of usability in regards

to determining the sizes of the panels.

The calculations for bending stress, elasticity modulus and coeffi cient of thermal movements,

a usability certifi cate needs to be issued.

Dowels and anchor channels used for anchoring the sub-construction to the load-bearing wall

can only be permitted by Facade Corporation in accordance with partner engineering offi ces

when the usability has been approved.

The admission of wind-loads for parts of the facade, need to be approved.

Results of torrential rain on ventilated facades

Horizontal and Vertical open joints

Panel format600 x 600 mm

Horizonal and vertical Open joints 8 mm

Cavity 100 mm

Horizontal open joints

Panel format600 x 600 mm

Horizonal and vertical Open joints 8 mm

Cavity 60 mm

0.3%

5.1%94.5%

Rain 100%

0.1%

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Rain 100%

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06 | 2PLANNING FUNDAMENTALS

CALCULATION OF WINDLOAD : The following parameters are taken into consideration for calculation of windload on a building.

- Building shape

- Building height

- Building geometry

- Regional wind-speed

- Terrain category

- Terrain shape

- Elevation above sea level

The nominal windload is multiplied by a safety factor of 1 .5 to obtain the applicable windload for the

calculation of structural fi xing parameters.

REGIONAL WIND SPEED ZONES AND LOADS : The following units serve as indication to explain the principle. The calculation of the detailed fi xing

position and number of fi xing points remains the responsibility of FASSCO‘s facade engineering

partner.

Wind Resources at 65 m

Speed(m/s)

<5.55.5-6.06.0-6.56.5-7. 07.0-7. 57.5-8.08.0-8.58.5-9.09.0-9.5>9.5

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The Thai Ministerial Regulation BE 2527 issued by value of the Building Controle Act BE 2522 defi nes the minimum wind-loads for different heights of buildings.

Number of fi xing points and distance from each other is a function of the windload .

As example: Raincreen panel 2500x1220x8mm, vertical position on vertical profi les.


Wind Suction (kN/m2) -0.79 -1.48 -4.01 -5.33



vertical

595 397 397 298

780 780 390 390

Building Height Min. Wind-load (kN/m2)

Building height not over 10m 0.5

Building height between 10 - 20m 0.5

Building height between 20-40m 1.2

Building height over 40m 1.6

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07 |HIGH-DENSITYFIBRECEMENT

FIBRECEMENT BOARD FORMATION : FASSCO fi brecement panels are manufactured by the Hatschek sheet formation process.

The sheet formation involves the following steps:

The raw material recipe consists of portland cement (OPC), amorphous silica, mineral fi llers, PVA reinforcement

fi bres, cellulose fi bre, polyethylene fi brids, functional additives and water. These raw materials are mixed to

create a slurry.

The fl uid mixture is then supplied to several vats with a number of rotating screen cylinders. These cylinders

pick up the solid matter removing some of the water in the operation. A belt travels over the top surfaces

of the cylinders and picks up a thin layer of fi bre cement formulation from each cylinder. The moving belt

carries the damp material to a forming drum, around which the successive layers are wound until the

required thickness is obtained. Once the desired sheet thickness has been obtained, an automatic cutting

knife built into the forming drum is activated and the “green” raw sheet exits onto a conveyor which subse-

quently transfers it to a stack where the damp sheets are separated with steel plates. The stacked boards

then enter the press, which delivers a high pressure to compact the particles in order to increase density

and to reduce porosity. The pressing step, besides the increase in mechanical properties, provides surface

smoothness.

CURING AND STABILISATION : After pressing the stacked but still fl exible green sheets are kept in heated curing chambers in humid atmo-

sphere. When the chemical reaction of cement with water developed suffi cient strength by creating calcium

silicate hydrate (CSH), the boards can then be de-stacked and piled for further strength development and

fi nal hardening in a protected storage area.

Fibrecement has as porous structure that retains humidity and shrinks during drying. Even after full

strength development the boards still contain a higher amount of humidity than the equilibrium humidi-

ty after installation as Ventilated Facade panels would have. When this initial dry-shrinkage occurs after

installation, the panels can be stressed until they crack and loose integrity.

The boards are therefore stabilised in a heated tunnel by drying close to their equilibrium humidity. Only

after this process step the boards can be cut to fi nal size or coated as facade panels.

Principle of Hatschek process

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PRODUCTION PROCESS OF HIGH-DENSITY FIBRECEMENT SHEETS :

FIBRECEMENT ≠ FIBRECEMENT : The generic term fi brecement describes different products that are designated at different use and

application. There are fi brecement fl oors and lap sidings, ondulated roofi ng sheets and fl at shingles,

internal wall separations and external claddings, fi re protection boards and, fi nally, rainscreen panels for

ventilated facades, such as FASSCO panels.

These products are produced according to different manufacturing technologies. They have different

chemical compositions and different physical properties, but are all called fi brecement.

FASSCO ventilated facade panels are made of so-called HD boards, which stands for high-density.

High-density is obtained by mechanical compression and compaction. The result are fi bre-reinforced cement

boards, characterized by high bending strength, high stiffness, at the same time with a high impact strength.

Due to high density, they have low porosity, low water absorption and low dilatation; all properties that are of

great importance for the „heavy duty“ use in ventilated facades.

The widely used and well-known MD or Medium Density Boards are for general purpose applications. They

are cellulose fi bre-reinforced, but contain little cement, which is transformed to calcium silicates in a

so-called autoclaving process or vapor pressure curing. These boards cannot be used as rainscreen panels

in ventilated facades due to several inferior properties, such as high porosity, high water absorption and

high dilatation, that altogether lead to insuffi cient stiffness and rivet and anchor fi xing strength in order to

resist wind-load forces on facades of high rise buildings.

Reinforcement fibre

Cement

Water

Fibre Cocktail

Sheet formation Cutting table Press Fibre Cement boards

Cement Mixer Homogeniser

Process fibre

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08 | 1HANDLING AND TOOLS

HEALTH AND SAFETY : The Facade Corporation strongly recommends to use tools with dust collection for drilling and

cutting the panels. Protection has to be foreseen to avoid inhaling fi ne cutting dust. A Material Safety

Data Sheet (MSDS) is available, which outlines any hazards associated with working with panels and

measures to minimise the risk.

STORAGE AND HANDLING : All panel materials must be transported and stored fl at on pallets, inside and under cover in dry

conditions, protected from weather and other infl uences. The pallets have to be stacked in a way that

they are aerated and ventilated without condensation on or inside the stacks. If moisture or capillary

water penetrates between the stored sheets permanent surface staining may occur.

FASSCO panels are supplied with protective sheet covering the coated faces. This protection may be

removed for cutting and drilling purposes, but has to be replaced for storage, handling and trans-

portation. The panels should be stacked front-face to front-face or rear-to-rear surface.

Stacks should always be transported on pallets under a water-proof cover. Individual panels and pallet pan-

els have to be lifted off each other for de-piling. Sliding them over each other may lead to scratching marks

on the coated surface. When posing the panel, care has to be taken that the front surface and front edge is

well protected and cannot be damaged. It is recommended to wear textile gloves when handling the panels.

When off-loading individual panels, lift off the mounts and do not drag. This will scratch the decorative

coating and lead to integral damage.

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CLEANING THE PANELS : Cutting or drilling dust can permanently stain the coated surface of the panels. All dry dust has to be

removed with a micro-fi bre cloth or when needed, with a soft brush and water.

CLEANING THE PANELS : Dust, soot, oils, greasy substances, rainwater etc. are present in the air and can be deposited on a

facade. Local soiling and runs can be avoided through considerate design and application. All faca-

des should be inspected regularly and if necessary serviced. Cleaning is required when the building’s

continuous and attractive appearance suffered from soiling.

Cleaning of the facade has to be performed of the entire surface, because partial cleaning can re-

sult in colour tonal differences. Normal stains can be removed with a sponge and water. Detergents

may be needed in certain cases. Cleaning must always take place in accordance with recommen-

dations of the supplier of the cleaning products. Abrasive materials such as scourers, steel wool etc.

must not be used as they leave irreparable scratches on the surface.

A pressure washer can be used in certain circumstances to remove more stubborn stains. A pressure

rating of 20-30 Bar is generally advised. The nozzle must remain at all times, 60cm away from the

surface in order to avoid damage of the coating.

Cleaning from Graffi

CLEANING FROM GRAFFITI : The easy-to-clean resin coating on all of FASSCOs products, provides superior protection against

common colours and spray paints. It is chemically resistant, smooth and cleanable. Graffi ti can be

removed with dedicated graffi ti removers, the cleaning instructions of the supplier have to carefully

be respected. Cleaners with volatile solvents should not be used.

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08 | 2HANDLING AND TOOLS

TOOLS AND ACCESORIES : Most of the preparation in regards to formatting and drilling of panels is done in the FASSCO factory.

Certain tasks can and need to be performed on-site such as for the preparation of special formats,

for placing the panels around windows frames.

Panels are normally placed face-up and cutting is done from the front side. It is important that the

work bench has a clean and soft material cover to prevent scratching of the decorative surface

coating.

Depending on the chosen fi xing system, the necessary tools and accessories are represented below.

All tools have been specially designed for fi brecement and when correctly used, result in a high-level

of fi nish and long service life.

Please contact your representative to receive samples or place orders of our tools and accesories.

Cutting and preparation:

1 . Hard metal fi brecement sawing blade (art:01 .001.18)

2. Fibrecement hard metal drillbits (11mm) (art:01 .002.18)

Fixing Methods - Rivet

3. Rivet 4mm - coated to your panels colour (art:02.001.18)

4. Centralising tool 4.1 mm (art:02.002.18)

5. Rivet setting tool (art:02.003.18)

6. Rivet gun (art:02.003.18)

Fixing Methods - Glue

7. Sanding machine - to prepare back-side of the panel (art:03.001.18)

8. Double sided adhesive tape (art:03.002.18)

9. Panel adhesive (art:03.003.18)

Fixing Methods - ClipFix

10. Undercut anchor (art:04.001.18)

11. Hanging hook (art:04.002.18)

Sub-construction

12. Angle Brackets (art05.001.18)

13. L-Profi le (art:05.002.18)

14. T-Profi le (art:05.003.18)

15. Omega-Profi le (art:05.004.18)

16. Z-Profi le (art:05.005.18)

17. Jointing baffl e system (art:05.006.18)

18. PVC profi le cover (art:05.007.18)

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Reference

1 : Department of Public work and Town & Country Planning. (2007). Wind Loading Calculation and

Response of Buildings [Abstract]. DPT Standard 1311-50, 1311(50), 50-51. Retrieved from

http://www.ldd.go.th/web_egd/KM_Bureau/KM%20WindCode.pdf [Accessed 19 February 2018]

2. Merkmale der VHF - FVHF.de. 2018. Merkmale der VHF - FVHF.de. [ONLINE] Available at:

https://www.fvhf.de/Fassade/VHF-System/Merkmale.php. [Accessed 19 February 2018].

3. EN12467 Fibrecement fl atsheets - Product specifi cation and test methods.

4. EN13501-1Fire classifi cation of construction products.

9 | REFERENCES AND CONTACT

Disclaimer

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time of publishing.

We reserve the right to change as a result of continuous process and system developments.

For specifi c applications please contact our technical and sales department:

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Sound insulator UV resistance Strong & Durable

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