Proven Seismic Performance a Key Element of GRC Façades

GRC commands a strong presence in seismically active areas such as the West Coast of the USA, Turkey, Japan and Taiwan purely on a cost/performance basis.

Seismic design highlights a number of key considerations:

Engineering for multiple seismic events
Higher ULS levels
Greater inter-storey drift requirements

A GRC façade is typically only 15% of the weight of standard 125mm precast, reducing seismic mass and deflections.

Inter-storey drift values of + / - 80mm are accommodated and installed with standard flexible structural connections. Fixings have a 200 – 300% inherent safety margin, whereas precast fixings typically have only 20 – 30%.

GRC virtually eliminates the risk of progressive failure. A GRC façade achieves a high-quality monolithic cladding, without weight or construction cost penalties.

Lightweight Concrete Facade Cladding Panels

GRC NZ

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GRC New Zealand produce custom, large format Glass Reinforced Concrete (GRC) panels for exterior facades and cladding.

NZ Made

Exterior rainscreen facade cladding
Suitable for new builds, re-cladding, and restoration or repair work
Large formats available
Panels custom made to any texture or pattern, including lettering and signage
GRC skin is cast and supported on a designed steel frame that is fixed to the building structure
GCR New Zealand can provide a complete design solution including fixing systems
Extra protection against impact, weather, or graffiti available

If applied and installed in accordance with GRCNZ recommendations, this system will meet or contribute to meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:

Clause B1 STRUCTURE: Performance B1.3.1, B1.3.2 and B1.3.4. Lightweight Concrete Facade Cladding Panels meet the requirements for loads arising from self-weight, earthquake, wind, human impact and creep
Clause B2 DURABILITY: Performance B2.3.1 (b), 15 years.
Clause E2 EXTERNAL MOISTURE: Performance E2.3.2.
Clause F2 HAZARDOUS BUILDING MATERIALS: Performance F2.3.1. Lightweight Concrete Facade Cladding Panels meets this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people.

GCR New Zealand Ltd can provide Producer Statements for each project.

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