Eco-Lite
10
Industrial Grade Fibreglass Reinforced Translucent Roofing
Introduction
Eco-Lite 10 roofing has been specifically developed
to combat the effect of ultra-violet rays and atmospheric pollutants.
Utilising major technical advances developed by FGW Corporation
and its suppliers. Eco-Lite 10 as a cost effective product encompassing
a purpose developed composite resin system.
Eco-Lite 10 sheeting provides excellent spanning capabilities,
light transmission and low thermal expansion. Both the exposed and
underside surfaces are protected by our standard film.
Main features
- 10 year performance warranty.
- Surface erosion properties.
- Resistance to common place chemicals.
- Non delamination surface technology
Profiles
Eco-Lite 10 is available in stock profiles
Trimdek and Corrugated with all other profiles easily manufactured
on request in our Maddington factory.
Colours
Eco-Lite 10 standard colour is Opal. Other
colours are available subject to minimum order quantities and
pigment availability.
Typical Applications
- Patio and Garage builders
- Industrial and Commercial skylights
- Nursery areas
- Light Diffusers
Performance Warranties
Eco-Lite 10 is backed by a performance warranty
of 10 years. Specific attention is paid to the surface erosion
and the non-delamination of our unique surface coating technology.
For full warranty details please contact your authorised distributor.
Span Chart for Eco-Lite 10 (Wind Load up to 1 Kpa)
|
Spanning Capacity |
Eco-Lite 10 and Topglass Grades |
|
Sheet Weight g/m2 |
Recommended number of fasteners |
|
2400 |
3050 |
3660 |
4270 |
4880 |
Roof |
Wall |
Profile |
Purlin Spacings |
Mid Span |
End Span |
Mid Span |
End Span |
Corrugated |
1200 |
1500 |
1700 |
|
|
4 |
6 |
6 |
6 |
Trimdek |
1500 |
1700 |
2000 |
2300 |
|
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Spandek |
1600 |
2000 |
2300 |
2600 |
2800 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Longspan |
1600 |
2000 |
2300 |
2600 |
2800 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Kliplok 406 |
1400 |
1700 |
2000 |
2300 |
2600 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
Kliplok 700 |
1400 |
1700 |
2000 |
2300 |
2600 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
Speedek |
1400 |
1700 |
2000 |
2300 |
2600 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
3 |
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The above spans are recommended for wind loads up to 1 Kpa |
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Properties for Eco-Lite 10
Specific
Gravity |
1.45 |
Tensile strength |
90 Mpa |
Surface Hardness minimum |
40 Barcol |
Impact strength minimum |
1.96 Mpa |
Shear strength |
90 Mpa |
Modulus of Elasticity |
5,500 Mpa |
Thermal Expansion |
2.0 x 105 cm/°C |
Water Absorption |
0.2% in 24 hrs at 26°C |
Flexible strength |
145 Mpa |
Service temperatures |
-20 to 95°C |
Available colours |
Opal, other colours available upon request (Min order qty) |
Light and Heat Transmission for Eco-Lite 10
Colour |
Series |
Heat |
Light |
Clear |
2400 |
66% |
75% |
Opal |
2400 |
62% |
72% |
Expansion Data for Eco-Lite 10
Material Expansion Comparisons 0 - 40°C
temperature variation |
|
Fibreglass |
Polycarbonate |
Steel |
Aluminium |
Thermal
expansion |
7.2mm |
16.2mm |
2.9mm |
5.8mm |
Thermal
coefficient |
3x10-5cm/cm/°C |
6.75x10-5cm/cm/°C |
1.2x10-5cm/cm/°C |
2.4x10-5cm/cm/°C |
Weights for Eco-Lite 10
Series |
Weight Kg/M2 |
2400 |
2.4 |
3050 |
3.05 |
3660 |
3.66 |
4270 |
4.27 |
4880 |
4.88 |
Installation
Safety mesh should be used under fibreglass roofing in conjunction
with purlin tape.
Lapping of sheets should be a minimum of 300mm and sealed with
a continuous suitable non setting sealant across the full width
of the sheet.
Quality
FGW Corporation Pty Ltd manufactures their fibreglass sheeting
in strict accordance with AS/NZS 4256.1.and 3, 1994.
Our 301protective film is laminated to the exposed and underside
surfaces with the highest quality materials available.
Grades
Typical weights are 1800, 2400, 3050, 3660/M2. The
standard weight is 2400g/M2. Other weights are available
subject to order.
Resin System
The resin system is a general purpose grade orthophthalic flexible
polyester resin. FGW can produce a variety of resin systems for
general purpose, orthophthalic grades, isophthalic, vinyl ester
and fire retardant resins.
Reinforcement
Chopped E-glass rovings at minimum of 26%
Sheet Lengths
Standard sheet lengths are available up to 12.6m. Other non standard
lengths are available subject to transport. (FGW Corporation manufacture
our Eco-Lite 10 at our factory in Maddington.)
For further information click the following links
Download
Installation Instructions
Download Ecolite 10 Brochure
Design considerations
Profiles
Safety Data
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