LARGE FORMAT PORCELAIN SLABS
PORCELANOSA is a registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects ContinuingEducation Systems. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to CES
Records for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for non‐AIA members area available on request.
This program is registered with the AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, itdoes not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement
by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using,distributing, or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific materials,
methods, and services will be addressed at the conclusion of this presentation.
Copyright Materials:
This presentation is protected by US and International Copyright Laws.Reproduction, distribution, display and use of the presentation without written permission of the
speaker is prohibited.
© PORCELANOSA USA 2018
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1) Comparison to other large format materials2) Understand the main advantages of porcelain3) Understand the fabrication/installation process4) Know all the possible applications for porcelain
Up to 5’x10’ thin and very resistant flat slabs made fromvarious compositions of clays and other inorganic raw material
What are large porcelain slabs?
COMPOSITION
WATER FIRECLAY
Natural Stone – Marble and granite.• Uniqueness• Added value
Quartz – Early 60’s – Polymer resins pressed together with natural, raw quartz crystals.• Easier to fabricate• Technically superior than natural stone
Solid Surface – 1967 – Combination of alumina trihydrate, acrylic, epoxy or polyester resins and pigments• Seamless• It can thermoformed. Any shape is possible.
Large format porcelain – 2012 – Clays and other inorganic minerals.
History of the large format industry
HYGIENIC AND ANTIBACTERIAL
Ideal for direct contact with food, it does not release volatile organic compounds (VOC), and also prevents the proliferation of fungi and bacteria.
SCRATCH AND IMPACT RESISTANT
Extremely resistant to scratching with cutting utensils when taking minimum precautions. Capable of absorbing the energy from impacts and loads, maintaining its integrity.
ADVANTAGES OF PORCELAIN SLABS
FIRE AND HIGH-TEMPERATURE RESISTANT
It is resistant to direct contact with hot utensils. Fireproof and fire-retardant, its look and performance are not altered.
RESISTANT TO ICE AND FROST
Stable to sudden temperature changes, it withstands the most extreme cold conditions, being suitable both indoors and outdoors.
CHEMICAL AND STAIN RESISTANCE
Unalterable to household chemicals and high resistance to any type of stains.
UNALTERABLE TO UV RAYS
UV-resistant, it ensures unparalleled durability thanks to its surface stability.
WATERPROOF
The non-porosity of the sintered compact prevents the absorption of liquids and gases, preventing the accumulation of odors.
EASY TO CLEAN
Easy daily maintenance without the need for special products. Quality assured backed by the material’s 10-year guarantee.
BENDING STRENGTH
In a thickness of just 12 mm, it offers greater mechanical strength than other natural or compact surfaces.
100% NATURAL AND RECYCLABLE
High-quality natural minerals are sintered in a new homogeneous compound that can be completely regenerated after its life cycle.
CHARACTERISTICS NATURE POLISHED QUARTZ MARBLE GRANITESOLID
SURFACE
Resistance to staining •••• •••• ••• •• •• •••
Resistance to chemical attack •••• •••• ••• • ••• •••
Low maintenance •••• •••• ••• •• •• ••
Low water absorption •••• •••• •••• ••• ••• ••••
Scratch resistance •••• ••• •••• • •• ••
UV resistance •••• •••• ••• •••• •••• ••
Resistance to heat and burn •••• •••• ••• ••• ••• •••
Thermal shock resistance •••• •••• •••• ••• ••• •••
MATERIALS COMPARISON TABLE
DRAWINGSFORMS ESTIMATE TEMPLATE FABRICATION INSTALLATION
NEW PROJECT PROCEDURE
FABRICATION
DRAWINGS / FORMS
FABRICATION
ESTIMATE
FABRICATION
TEMPLATE
FABRICATION
A - FRAME PALLETSCLAMPS
FABRICATION
CNC MACHINE BRIDGE SAW
FABRICATION
DiameterDiámetro | Diamètre
rpm approxrpm | aprox
SpeedVelocidad | Vitesse
300mm 2100-2800 white | blanco | blanc0.5m/min350mm 1900-2500
400mm 1700-2300 other coloursotros coloresautres couleurs
1m/min450mm 1400-2000
500mm 1200-1600
valores recomendados por | values recommended by | valeurs de recommender par Italdiamant
25cm entry
50% speed
25cm exit
50% speed
BLADE FOR PORCELAIN LOWER CUTTING SPEED
FABRICATION
INSTALLATION
APPLICATIONS KITCHENS
APPLICATIONS BACKSPLASH
APPLICATIONS BACKSPLASH OPTIONS
CONTINUOUS PATTERN
BOOKMATCH
APPLICATIONS OUTDOOR KITCHEN/BARBEQUE
APPLICATIONS BATHROOM WALLS / FLOORS
APPLICATIONS RESIDENTIAL
APPLICATIONS COMMERCIAL
APPLICATIONS BARS / RESTAURANTS
APPLICATIONS EXTERIOR FACADES
APPLICATIONS INDOOR / OUTDOOR FURNITURE
APPLICATIONS INDOOR / OUTDOOR FURNITURE
LARGE FORMAT PORCELAIN SLABS