What is DURO-THERM?
DURO-THERM is a mineral reinforced Polyethylene sheet laminated to a fluted Polypropylene backer.
Product Uses
- Wall coverings for food processing plants or other areas where the key concerns are sanitation and ease of cleaning.
- Ceiling tiles when moisture resistance, cleanability and resistance to mold and mildew are important considerations.
- Renovation over concrete block, concrete panels or other rough surface to create a low maintenance, washable surface.
- Factories where chemical resistance is an important consideration.
- Wet or moist environments - walls and ceilings.
Features and Benefits
100% Waterproof
No water damage with frequent wash-down
No swelling, no rotting
Bridges Cracks, Grout Lines and Uneven Walls
Reduce preparation and installation costs
Reduce installation downtime
Brightens & Insulates
Reduce operating costs
R3 insulating value
Reduce lighting costs
Exclusive Hygienic Properties
Clinically proven to resist bacterial growth
Will not harbor E.coli, black mold or staph
Chemically Resistant
Use cleaners of all types without damage
No yellowing or color change with corrosive environments
Acid resistant
Reduce maintenance costs
Light Weight
Easy to install
Reduce roof load when used as ceiling
Made From Recycled Plastic
Buy recycled without cost penalty and get superior product.
Sizes and Types Available
Panels: 15/32" x 4' x 8' (12x1220x2440mm), 10' and 12'
Ceiling Grid: 23-3/4" x 47-3/4" (604x1212mm), 23-3/4" x 23-3/4"(604x604mm) in cracked ice texture.
Custom Products
- Dimensionally stable material with coefficient of thermal expansion of 3.5 in/in/°F x 10-5 (6.3mm/mm/°Cx10 -5 )
- Other gauges of fluted backer to make a 3/16" (4.75mm), 5/16" (8mm) or 9/16" (14.25mm) panel
- Sizes up to 4' x 16' (1220 x 4880mm)
- Moldings and joining strips up to 16' (4880mm) long.
- Can vary the thickness of the laminate depending on the application from 3/16" (4.75mm) to .040 (1mm).
- Laminate on both sides for applications in which both sides are visible, or for greater temperature resistance.
Product Limitations
- Temperature variation or high ambient temperature when the product is in use. The standard product will move .010"/foot (.83mm/m) with a 10°F change in temperature. So, if you have a 10' (3050mm) panel and a 50° temperature change, it will move about 1/2" (13mm). With the dimensionally stable material the panel will move about 7/32" (5.6mm). The standard panel is good for an operating temperature of about 110°, but with modification we can make panels that will withstand higher temperatures.
- Class C flamespread (ASTM E-84). This is acceptable in most environments.
- This product is not structural.
Key Variables to Consider in Selecting the Right Product
- Abrasion resistance. For areas with light wear, select a textured product rather than a smooth product.
- Expected abuse. The higher the expected abuse, the thicker the laminate.
- Temperature range under normal operating conditions. If the temperature variations will be more than 20°F, select the dimensionally stable product.
- Operating temperature. If there will be periods of time when the ambient temperature will be higher than 110°F,
select the panel with laminate on both sides.
Codes
USDA compliant - incidental contact
FDA: 1999 Food Code 6-101.11
California - Proposition 65
Environmental Data
PLAS-TEX® is made from 100% recycled resins. DURO-THERM can be recycled as #7. Cut-off and saw dust from installation can be disposed of as one would lumber chips or other non-toxic material.
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