Glasbord® is FRP, but not all FRP is Glasbord®.
With Glasbord®, an innovative glass fiber-reinforced plastic with a non-porous surface, Hydewa supplies tailor-made hygiene solutions throughout Europe. Glasbord® is a material from Crane Composites Inc. (formerly Kemlite), headquartered in Channahon, Illinois (USA).
Glasbord® means premium quality based on unbeatable properties that make it a premium product.
The special Surfaseal film sealant makes it particularly easy to clean. The surface does not provide a breeding ground for germs and microorganisms and does not yellow even when exposed to ammonia. Food safety, durability and robustness are further characteristics of Glasbord®.
Hydewa offers Glasbord® both as sheet material for direct bonding and as a top layer for sandwich panels. Glasbord® is available flat or textured and in different thicknesses and can be offered with various properties depending on the requirements and area of application.
Advantages of Glasbord®
- Maximum hygiene: The pore-free, smooth surface combined with the special Surfaseal® coating makes Glasbord® extremely easy to clean and prevents the buildup of germs, bacteria, and fungi.
- Extremely robust and durable: The material is impact-resistant and withstands mechanical stress, preventing cracks or chipping.
- Chemical resistance: Glasbord® is resistant to most aggressive cleaning and disinfecting agents without discoloration or surface damage.
- Moisture resistant: The material is completely water-repellent and ideal for use in environments with high humidity.
- Food-safe: Glasbord® is proven and certified to be food-grade, making it the preferred choice for the food industry.
- Visual variety: Available in different colors and finishes, including a textured surface that minimizes scratches and reflections.
- Fire protection classes: The product is available in various fire protection classes, including the highest class B-s1-d0.
Areas of Application for Glasbord®
- Food industry: For cladding walls and ceilings in production halls, cold storage rooms, and warehouses.
- Healthcare: In laboratories, cleanrooms, operating theaters, and treatment rooms, where the highest hygiene standards are essential.
- Gastronomy and large-scale kitchens: As durable and hygienic wall and ceiling cladding that is easy to clean and HACCP-compliant.
- Sanitary facilities: In public baths, shower rooms, and changing rooms, where moisture resistance is crucial.
- Refrigerated vehicles and cold storage facilities: For interior lining of truck bodies, cold rooms, and storage areas.
