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Transforming
Modular
& Offsite
Construction
with Advanced Composites
APPLICATION GUIDE
Siding & Cladding
Impact resistance; thermal
expansion reduction; superior
strength-to-thickness ratio
compared to traditional siding
Roofing Systems
Impact resistance; flexural strength; thermally
insulative; will not contribute to mold or rot
Interior Wall, Floor, &
Improved structural integrity;
integrated fire protection;
customized dimensions & finishes;
thermal insulation; water, pest,
& impact resistance
Doors
Impact resistance; ballistic resistance;
high strength-to-weight ratio
Exterior Sheathing
Continuous insulation;
impact, moisture & rot resistance;
lightweight construction
Garage Doors
Impact & corrosion resistance; high flexural
strength; customized dimensions & finishes;
weatherability; UV stability; weight reduction
Flood Barriers
Moisture & corrosion resistance;
durable; will not contribute to
mold growth
Composite Decking & Lumber
Reinforcements for increased strength;
material & weight reduction
Cabinetry & Storage
Weight reduction; customized dimensions & finishes
Hammerhead™ FR Flame
Retardant Composite Panels
& Laminates
Hammerhead™ & Polystrand™
GlasArmor™ & ThermoBallistic™
Ballistic Panels
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber Tapes
ADVANCED COMPOSITES
FOR BUILDING
& CONSTRUCTION Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber Laminates
Storm Shutters
Impact & ballistic resistance;
superior strength-to-weight ratio
Safe/Panic Rooms
Ballistic & impact resistance
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MATERIAL
SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS POTENTIAL
APPLICATIONS
Hammerhead™ FR
Flame Retardant
Industry-first flame retardant
thermoplastic composite panels
that meet ASTM E84 Class A
standards for flame spread and
smoke developed and passed
NFPA 286 corner room burn testing
• Excellent flame performance
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Garage Doors
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Hammerhead™
and Polystrand™
Composite Panels
Thermoplastic composite
panels constructed with
Polystrand™ continuous fiber
laminates thermally bonded to
thermoplastic foam or
honeycomb cores
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Garage Doors
• Interior Entry Doors
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber
Tapes & Laminates
High strength unidirectional
(UD) glass fibers combined with
thermoplastic resins available in
unidirectional tapes or multi-ply
laminates
• High strength and stiffness
• Enables impact resistance
• Formulations available to meet
ASTM E84 Class A and Class B
flame/smoke rating
• Composite Deckng
• Roofing Systems
GlasArmor™
Ballistic
Resistant Panels
Ballistic protection constructed
from layers of 0°/90° woven
E-glass fiber reinforcements
with a proprietary thermoset
resin system
• UL 752 Level 1–3 compliant
• Less than 25% the weight of
comparable steel panel
• 1-hr fire rating per ASTM E119*
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
ThermoBallistic™
Thermoplastic
Panels
Industry-first thermoplastic
ballistic resistant panels thermally
formed with layers of 0°/90° UD
E-glass fiber reinforcements and
polyolefin-based resin systems
• UL 752 Level 3 compliant
• Extremely lightweight
• Moisture, UV, and corrosion
resistant
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
* UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet
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Hammerhead™ FR Flame Retardant Composite
Sandwich Panels are an innovative, large-format
solution for various structural applications,
including modular construction, walls, flooring,
garage doors, and industrial doors.
Connect with our product experts to discuss your
specific application needs and learn more about how
Hammerhead FR panels can enhance your projects.
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Property Unit Hammerhead Composite
Panel (non-FR)
Hammerhead FR
Flame Retardant Panel
Areal Weight (lb/sqft) 1.15 1.34
Thickness (in) 1.02 1.02
Max Force* (lbf) 447 508
Modulus* (ksi) 323 321
Flexural Rigidity* (lb*in^2) 85,000 84,000
R-Value (/in) 4 4
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
* ASTM D7249, 22” support span 4-point bend
Hammerhead FR Flame Retardant Panel
Panel Thickness 1 in. 4 in.
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Download the eBook to discover how Hammerhead™ FR Composite Panels can transform your projects by enhancing efficiency, ensuring compliance, and cutting costs.
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Unlock Modular Construction Potential with Flame Retardant (FR) Composite Panels
Learn why Hammerhead™ FR Composite Panels are an excellent choice for modular construction.
Avient Design and Georgia Tech Students Team Up to Innovate with Polystrand™ Composites...
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/tough-enough-protect-power-grid-southern-states-llc-selects-glasarmor-panels-polyone
industry-leading GlasArmor™ continuous glass-fiber composite panels to create its new custom Ballisti-Wall® and Ballisti-Cover® ballistic-resistant solutions.
This approach also enabled fabrication of GlasArmor panels with minimal disruption to existing production schedules.
To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/tough-enough-to-protect-the-power-grid-southern-states-llc-selects-glasarmor-panels-from-polyone-300287353.html
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With Hammerhead FR thermoplastic composite panels, efficiency moves from
aspirational to achievable.
CASE STUDY
What does success look like with our new Hammerhead FR flame retardant
composite panels?
We designed our Hammerhead FR composite panels to keep pace with
innovation’s demands.
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