The focus of this project is the development and production of Class A2 fire-retardant composite panels with high ignition point utilizing bor compounds. The primary objective is to create a safe and reliable product that meets high safety standards for applications in various industries, particularly in the construction sector where fire safety is of utmost importance. Through the optimization of the manufacturing process and development of a high-quality composite material, we aim to produce panels that meet the Class A2 fire-retardant rating while also ensuring cost-effectiveness. The expected outcome of this project is the production of a product that delivers optimal performance, while meeting necessary safety standards.
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Republic Of Turkey Ministry of Industry and Technology
ITouch Systems, Cukurova University Science Park
Aluminum composite material is a widely used building material for facade cladding in the construction industry. The material is produced by sandwiching a polyethylene-based filler material with two flat aluminum plates with thicknesses ranging from 0.30 mm to 0.50 mm.
In order to meet Class A fire-retardant regulations for façade cladding, it is necessary to use fire-retardant filler materials. However, current polyethylene-filled composite panel materials do not meet these requirements. Therefore, the aim of this project is to develop a filler material using different minerals of Bor ore that can withstand temperatures up to approximately 150 °C higher than existing panels. Bor compounds are abundant in Turkey and are being utilized in the project.
Success in terms of the results obtained
After the filler material is produced, it will be used in the manufacturing of composite panels. Adhesive and tensile tests will be conducted to determine the mechanical properties of the composite panels and compare them with those of polyethylene filler material. Fire-retardant tests will also be conducted to ensure compliance with EN 13501-1:2013 standard, which is required for Class A2 fire-retardant certification.
Upon completion of the project, the fire-retardant material produced will be certified to have the “A2 S1 d0” feature according to the EN 13501-1:2013 standard by relevant testing organizations. Additionally, this project aims to conduct useful model and patent application studies for fire-retardant composite material that will be produced using Bor compounds.
