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What kind of paint is "Lumiflon?"
Lumiflon paint system is the fluorocarbon based paint system; not only is equivalent to PVDF or Kynar based paint standards, but has superior characteristics in some aspects. The color range of this paint is wide, and the gloss is also adjustable in a range between 20% and 80%. We use Lumiflon-based fluorocarbon paint system as our standard.
What type of material is ALPOLIC®?
ALPOLIC® is composed of a thermoplastic core sandwiched between two skins of aluminum. This material is generally called Aluminum Composite Material and abbreviated as ACM.
What are the benefits of ALPOLIC®?
ALPOLIC® has many features, such as: Flatness: Superior flatness with high rigidity compared with solid aluminum panels. Coating Quality: Uniform color and smooth coating from a continuous coil coating and a unique coating method called "Die coating." Lightweight: Lighter than solid metals of equivalent rigidity. Fire Performance: ALPOLIC®/fr is a fire-rated material that meets fire-safety codes of building materials in most countries. Workability: Easy to process by ordinary machines and tools for fabrication.
How is the rigidity of ALPOLIC®?
ALPOLIC® is highly rigid, especially compared with solid aluminum sheets. 4mm ALPOLIC® is equivalent to 3.3mm thick solid aluminum sheet. As for details, refer to "Tech info: Rigidity" page.
Are custom finishes available?
Custom colors are available with the minimum quantity of 1,000m2.
Are matte finishes available?
Matte finishes are available only in the polyester coatings. Matte fluorocarbon coatings are not available.
Are custom marble and timber designs available?
Custom marble and timber designs are also available with the minimum quantity of 2,000m2.
Are perforation panels available with ALPOLIC®?
Perforation processing is available such as circular, square and slot holes.
What is the maximum permissible temperature of ALPOLIC®?
The deflection temperature of ALPOLIC® is 109-116°C (228-241°F). Therefore, non-burdened ALPOLIC® resists boiling water for short time. However, in a practical heating work, we recommend the following guideline: If the heating duration is shorter than 30 min, keep 90°C (194°F) at maximum. If the heating duration is longer than 30 min, keep 70°C (158°F) at maximum.
Can ALPOLIC® be recycled?
ALPOLIC® is a recyclable material. Both aluminum and the core material can be reutilized.
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