Enhancing Public Spaces
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Enhancing Public Spaces Architectural Panel Guide | Volume 1

PolyVision, a Steelcase company, makes durable CeramicSteel Panels to complement, enhance and protect architecture around the world. Standard Panel Series 16 Protected Edge Panel Series 20 Finished Edge Panel Series 24 Flexible Panel Series 28 Standard Panel Colors 32 Custom Panel Colors 33

A HISTORY OF INNOVATION For over 60 years, PolyVision has been making surfaces that stand the test of time in even the most demanding environments. From train stations and tunnels to hotels and hospitals, PolyVision CeramicSteel surfaces span more than 185 million square meters (2 billion square feet) of architecture around the world. From time-tested chalkboards for early classrooms to the walls of landmarks and infrastructure, our commitment remains the same: create the highest-quality and most durable CeramicSteel surfaces in the world while providing unmatched customer support. As a...

PolyVision operates on a global basis with a footprint that includes sales offices on three continents and customers and installations around the world. We understand the demands of global business as well as the nuances of local standards. For tunnels built for the Winter Olympics in Russia, retail exteriors in Malaysia, legendary theme parks in Florida and France, and applications large and small around the globe, architects, designers and builders rely on superior surfaces from PolyVision. Our global presence and experience ensure greater product availability, shorter lead times,...

ARCHITECTURAL PANEL GUIDE

INFRASTRUCTURE: EVOLVING + EXPANDING AESTHETICS + DURABILITY + UTILITY Research suggests that 60% of the world’s population will live in urban areas by 2025. With this increase in population, urban renewal and renovation are also growing at a rapid pace worldwide as architecture and infrastructure continue to evolve. More public spaces, from metro stations to pedestrian corridors, are being transformed from once-bleak, anxiety-inducing spaces to enticing environments that offer visually appealing, fully engaging experiences. Every infrastructure project, whether new construction or...

An Unwelcoming Experience Public transit is growing around the world and ridership is steadily increasing. Yet most transit spaces are the opposite of welcoming. They are marred by graffiti and rife with dirt and grime. These crowded and chaotic spaces make travelers feel confined in a dreary landscape. Unappealing Transit Spaces Space profoundly affects attitudes and behaviors. Transit spaces are often unappealing and off-putting with their monolithic aesthetics and jarring visual clutter. As a result, passengers moving quickly through these already hectic spaces have a more stressful...

OPPORTUNITIES Revitalize Transit Spaces Enhance and revitalize transit spaces with surfaces that are both beautiful and durable. For metro stations, air terminals, tunnels and other transportation spaces, PolyVision a3 CeramicSteel surfaces deliver: • resistance to scratches, graffiti and chemicals • superior aesthetics • steel-strong, nonporous, impervious surfaces Create Welcoming Places The best human-centered spaces are personal and welcoming, offer local directions and cultural content, and extend local hospitality. These spaces make waiting times seem shorter, crowded areas feel less...

PolyVision a3 CeramicSteel Panels provide the perfect blend of consistent performance, wide-ranging aesthetic choices and long-term durability for architectural cladding and infrastructure.

STANDARD PANEL SERIES ARCHITECTURAL PANEL GUIDE

The core of PolyVision architectural panels, Standard Panels are extremely flat and built to endure high-traffic environments. a3 CeramicSteel is bonded to a substrate and a backside sheet with an unfinished edge to create a paneled look when used with a sealed framing system. Master panels can be cut to size. Enhance the Standard Panel by choosing from 2 finishes, 10 standard colors (page 32) or custom colors (page 33), or Surface Imaging (page 36). Technical Information Best Fire Class Property Thickness Master Panel Size Panel Weight Rating Possible* a Features & Benefits •...

PROTECTED EDGE PANEL SERIES ARCHITECTURAL PANEL GUIDE

PROTECTED EDGE PANEL SERIES Technical Information Defies aggressive and polluted environments Difficult to scratch with knife Easy to clean with water or any solvent Surface made from inorganic materials Unique quality characteristics Metro stations Train stations Airport terminals Access tunnels Standard Framing System Public spaces Excellent corrosion resistance when used with a framed mounting system. Drawing for reference only—system not included. Chemical Resistant Scratch Resistant Bacteria Resistant Fire Resistant Smooth, inert surface Panel Weight Fire rating A2 possible Best Fire...

FINISHED EDGE PANEL SERIES ARCHITECTURAL PANEL GUIDE

FINISHED EDGE PANEL SERIES Features & Benefits • Defies aggressive and polluted environments Difficult to scratch with knife Unique quality characteristics Access tunnels Public spaces Smooth, inert surface Best Fire Class Rating Possible* Panel Weight *According to the European Standard EN 13501-1 Corridors Lobbies Easy to clean with water or any solvent Master Panel Size Airport terminals Train stations Metro stations Remove graffiti with no residue Technical Information The Finished Edge Panel is similar to the Standard Panel but offers added edge protection. A durable and attractive...

FLEXIBLE PANEL SERIES ARCHITECTURAL PANEL GUIDE

FLEXIBLE PANEL SERIES Technical Information Difficult to scratch with knife Easy to clean with water or any solvent Train stations Airport terminals Chemical Resistant Scratch Resistant Bacteria Resistant Fire Resistant Graffiti Resistant *According to the European Standard EN 13501-1 Flexible Framing System Stain Resistant Surface made from inorganic materials Excellent corrosion resistance when used with a fixing system that covers and clamps the perimeter and bends the panel to shape. Smooth, inert surface Panel Weight Access tunnels Roadway tunnels Best Fire Class Rating Possible* Fire...