DECOLITE lightweight building components offer the latest in technology when it comes to alternative building methods. The product has been in existence for a period of nearly 23 years and we have completed projects all over the African continent.
Some facts about Decolite
- Decolite products are manufactured from long lasting 3Gx polymer, that offers the realism of Stone, Plaster or GRC – without the disadvantages.
- Decolite will not rot, warp, decay, or become unduly affected in harsh climatic conditions.
- With regards to standard sizes, there are none. We are only limited by handling and shipping. We do however recommend a workable length such as sections of 2m, 2,5m or 3m, but it could be anything up to 6m.
- Any 3 dimensional shapes are possible and securing of the product may be done with either a chemical or mechanical fixing system, or a combination of both depending on the wind loading, size of profile and application.
- The STANDARD system is formed from fire retarded high density polystyrene with an extremely hard wearing 3Gx external casing.
- The FIRE RESISTANT system is made from moulded 3GX components fused together to create the element.
- The thickness of the coating varies from 2mm, for internal applications to 3.5mm on external STANDARD applications, and 4 to 5mm on FIRE RESISTANT applications.
- Delivery varies between 2 and 6 weeks. This is dependent on the commitments in the factory at the time of placing your order and the complexity of the profile.
- Finishes vary from the standard fine aggregate finish, to a semi sanded finish, or smooth finish with a high gloss coating, or concrete finish
- The factory is in Krugersdorp and we are able to deliver to any site within Southern Africa, or ship to off shore projects.
3Gx Casing
The 3Gx system which forms the casing of the STANDARD, as well as the FIRE RESISTANT system, was developed as a lightweight yet strong and wear resistant barrier that will not rot, or deteriorate, under exposure to the elements.
The system has been tested for its fire resistant properties and carries a A2-s1, d0 fire rating issued by the locally accredited IGNIS Testing authority.
3Gx is locally manufactured with a small proportion of imported components.
The system is applied under pressure to the EPS forms, or moulds, and contains no toxic substances in its uncured, as well as its cured forms.
Curing takes place through an exothermic process which can be altered to accommodate variable climatic conditions at the time of manufacture, with normal curing times being 24 hours.
Elements are mechanically abraded after curing to achieve the required surface finish, prior to final surface treatment.
The simulated concrete finish is achieved by pigmentation of the 3Gx during mixing of the raw materials, and may therefore exhibit colour variances between panels which would also be the case in standard cast concrete.
Physical Properties
3Gx Casing (unreinforced)
Shore D Hardness 74 – 83
Tensile Strength Mpa 35 – 45 (Tensile test speed 10nm/min)
Tear Resistance N/mm 50 – 55 (Din 53515)