COMPOSITE PANELS FOR ARCHITECTURE Product manual

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1.1. STARLIGHT Composite panel made with a conic-cells transparent honeycomb core laminated with two layers of transparent/ coloured/satin-finished resin. Starlight is available in the following variations: STARLIGHT Standard entry-lever product. STARLIGHT EXTRA In comparison with Starlight Basic, has a stronger core: it is suitable for structural uses and when machining is needed ( like 45°cuts, milling etc.) STARLIGHT PLUS Panels with Fire Certification STARLIGHT FLOOR Panels specific for raised floors and structural applications with high loads STARLIGHT PLUS UVP UV-resistant...

1.4. ECOBEN Composite panel with recycled cardboard core and external layers in co-polyester resin (OPETG) or acrylic resin (PMMA), clear / coloured, in glossy / satin finishing. ECOBEN is available as ECOBEN WAVE featuring a wave-shaped-cells core. Please refer to the Technical Data Sheets for panel characteristics (attachment 1) HEXABEN SMALL E LARGE

2. HANDLING AND STORAGE A plastic film protects STALIGHT, LIGHTBEN, HEXABEN and ECOBEN panels. It is advisable to keep the protective film in place for as long as possible, until panel installation. Storage must be carried out in a sheltered location (warehouse) with temperatures between 10°C and +30°C, avoiding direct sunlight, exposure to rain and snow, and presence of corrosive substances and/or solvents. Handling of a single panel must be done in a vertical position avoiding rubbing between panels. Horizontal storage is advised with the following recommendations: - Keep the original Bencore...

3. MANTAINANCE 3.1. STARLIGHT - PLUS - LIGHTBEN - PLUS Dust and mill scale removal Edge cleaning: blow with compressed air on the edges. Surfaces cleaning: blow with compressed air and/or use an antistatic cloth wiping gently in order to avoid abrasions. Dirt and fingerprints removal from surfaces Use a solution of lukewarm water (max 40°) with neutral detergent or isopropyl alcohol diluted with water to 50% strength, gently rub with a soft sponge and rinse with cold water. Dry with a soft cloth or a wet buff. Do not: • Use detergents others than those indicated above • Use a dry cloth for dry...

3. MANTAINANCE 3.2. STARLIGHT, STARLIGHT-EXTRA, LIGHTBEN, HEXABEN SMALL/LARGE Dust and mill scale removal from edges and surfaces Edge cleaning: use compressed air to clean the edges. Surface cleaning: blow with compressed air and/or use an antistatic cloth wiping gently in order to avoid abrasions. Dirt and fingerprints removal from surfaces Use a solution of lukewarm water (max 40°) with neutral detergent or isopropyl alcohol diluted with water to 50% strength, gently rub with a soft sponge and rinse with cold water. Dry with a soft cloth or a wet buff. Do not: • Use alcohol-based or highly...

3. MANTAINANCE 3.3. STARLIGHT - PLUS - UVP, LIGHTBEN - PLUS - UVP, STARLIGHT FLOOR PANELS - HEXABEN PLUS Dust and mill scale removal from edges and surfaces Edge cleaning: use compressed air to clean the edges. Surface cleaning: blow with compressed air and/or use an antistatic cloth wiping gently in order to avoid abrasions. Dirt and fingerprints removal from surfaces Use a solution of lukewarm water (max 40°) with neutral detergent or with neutral detergent or isopropyl alcohol diluted with water to 50% strength, gently rub with a soft sponge and rinse with cold water. Dry with a soft cloth...

4. PRODUCTS PROCESSING GENERAL PROCESSING RECOMMENDATIONS a) Do not undergo mechanical processing onto panels before 10 days’ from production. b) Avoid overheating the material: tools must be correctly sharpened, cleaned and not damaged. c) Use appropriate tool cooling systems (compressed air, water) in order to avoid material overheating which can cause formation of air light and chips, which are difficult to remove. d) Firmly anchor the pieces under processing in order to avoid the presence of vibrations, which can cause panel delamination, and tearing of covering sheets/layers/spalling of...

4. PRODUCTS PROCESSING TOOL GEOMETRIES AND RECOMMENDED PARAMETERS S = 3,2 mm alternating semi-trapezoidal shape Main clearance angle (°) Teeth material: Tungsten carbide Disk rotation speed (rpm) Cutting speed (m/min) Vt Feed speed (m/min) Va STARLIGHT, STARLIGHT EXTRA, STARLIGHT FLOOR, STARLIGHT PLUS UVP, LIGHTBEN, LIGHTBEN PLUS UVP 30/40 STARLIGHT PLUS, LIGHTBEN PLUS 10/15

4. PRODUCTS PROCESSING 4.1.2. CUTTING SPECIFICATIONS RECOMMENDED BY RAW MATERIAL MANUFACTURERS

ALTERNATING SEMI-TRAPEZOIDAL SHAPE STARLIGHT- PLUS- UVP, LIGHTBEN- PLUS-UVP Main clearance angle (°) Secondary clearance angle (°) Pitch/tooth spacing (mm) t Thickness (mm) s External diameter (mm) D Some recommended combinations external diameter / tooth number Teeth material: Cutting speed (m/min) Vt Feed speed (m/min) Va

4. PRODUCTS PROCESSING STARLIGHT, STARLIGHT-EXTRA, LIGHTBEN Tungsten carbide (recommended for a long lasting sharpening) Superfast steel (recommended for a better finishing of cut edges) Teeth material: Main clearance angle (°) Secondary clearance angle (°) 10-15 (carbide teeth) 30-40 (carbide teeth) 10 (carbide teeth) 5 (carbide teeth) Thickness (mm) s External diameter (mm) 200-400 mm (larger diameters preferable) ≤3000 Cutting speed (m/min) Vt Feed speed (m/min) Va STARLIGHT-PLUS- and LIGHTBEN- PLUS Teeth material: Main clearance angle (°) Secondary clearance angle (°) Thickness (mm) s External...

4. PRODUCTS PROCESSING 4.2. DRILLING SPECIFICATIONS SUPPLIED BY RAW MATERIAL PRODUCERS SPECIFICATIONS FOR STARLIGHT- PLUS- UVP, LIGHTBEN- UVP PANELS Main clearance angle (°) Secondary clearance angle (°) Cutting edge angle (°) Cutting speed (m/min) Feed (mm/rev) SPECIFICATIONS FOR STARLIGHT, STARLIGHT EXTRA, LIGHTBEN PANELS Main clearance angle (°) Secondary clearance angle (°) Cutting edge angle (°) Cutting speed (m/min) Feed (mm/rev) SPECIFICATIONS FOR STARLIGHT- PLUS- UVP, LIGHTBEN PANELS Main clearance angle (°) Secondary clearance angle (°) Cutting edge angle (°) Cutting speed (m/min) Feed...