Xpell is an innovative new system that provides robust, practical weathering for hung, shear and tilt precast concrete panels.Xpell supersedes traditional (wet) sealants with a tested system of extruded gaskets slotted into factory embedded channels delivering enhanced performance, buildability, durability, reliability and longevity.
The Xpell system provides
- superior weathering
- integrated seismic jointing
- clean negative detail aesthetic
- true 3-axis & multi-event movement
- pressure equalising system
- reduced cost of ownership
- non-standard & custom options
Performance
- weathertightness tested to 750Pa
- testing to AAMA 502 & AAMA 501
- simulated gusting to AS/NZS4284:2008
Durability
- rear and hidden elements:
- – life of the building
- front seals:
- – >25 years
Requirements
- min 150mm thick 40MPa concrete panels
- use non-reactive aggregates & cement
w/ alkali <0.6% - >30mm separation between
reinforcing & channel - 20mm joint ±10
- seismic gap 100mm
Build benefits include
- systemised, fast, repeatable
- no scaffolding required
- addresses common access challenges
- improved safety by design
- considers real world build tolerances
- weather ambivalent installation
- immediate façade weathering
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