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Technical guide Terreal Façade

Technical guide Terreal Façade
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Technical guide Terreal Façade

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Introduction
TERREAL is a global leader in terracotta building materials, focusing on Roofing, Structure, Façade, and Decoration. Operating in 12 countries, the company is committed to sustainable and aesthetically pleasing housing solutions.
Product Overview
The guide outlines TERREAL's expertise in Façade-Decoration, Roofing, Structure, and Solar, emphasizing innovation and sustainability.
Rainscreen Cladding Range
The Piterak® Slim is a 30mm thick terracotta system known for its impact and wind resistance, customizable in color, finish, and shape, and installable horizontally or vertically.
Cleaning and Maintenance Recommendations
Terracotta facades require minimal maintenance. Cleaning methods should be tested on inconspicuous areas, and high-pressure water jets should be used carefully. Personal protective equipment is recommended.
Common Issues and Solutions
Issues like efflorescence, pollution, and moss growth can be managed with specific cleaning methods and proper storage and installation practices.
Installation and Technical Specifications
The Piterak® Slim system features a robust fixing system with stainless steel clips and aluminum profiles, certified for high impact resistance and compliant with international standards.
Specifications
Installation involves a 10-20 mm space between products, vertical profiles fixed with brackets, and a 20 mm air gap for ventilation. Installation starts from the bottom, with insulation as needed.
Installation Procedures
Vertical profiles are fixed using brackets, clips are used for alignment, and metal capping prevents rainwater penetration.
Standards and Recommendations
Installation must comply with local standards, with specific requirements for seismic zones and different support types.
Key Parameters and Limitations
Maximum module size is 400 x 1500 mm, with wind resistance varying by module size. Installation on wood frame walls is limited to 18 m in height.
Best Practices
Ensure a 20 mm air gap for ventilation, use appropriate clips and profiles, and conduct regular maintenance to prevent aesthetic degradation.
Additional Details
Diagrams and specifications for various installation scenarios are provided, including soffit fitting and handling singular points like window sills.
Seismic Zone Installation
For seismic zones, omega profiles and specific anchoring methods are required. Seismic tests ensure compliance with safety standards.
Replacement Guide
To replace a broken panel, remove clips, cut the replacement panel, and install it by inserting the upper part first.
V-clip® Vertical Installation System
The V-clip® system uses high-performance steel wire clips for vertical installation, designed for wind and seismic conditions.
Design Rules
Installation must comply with French CSTB standards, maintaining a 10 mm vertical space between products.
Implementation
Vertical profiles are fixed with angle brackets, and horizontal rails are attached to these profiles.
Singular Points
Details for corners, window sills, and jambs ensure proper installation and aesthetics.
Horizontal Fitting Guide
Metal profiles handle external angles, and specific spacing is required for internal angles and expansion joints.
System Description
Piterak® XS is an 18 mm thick terracotta system installed on wooden or composite frameworks, requiring a 20 mm air space.
Properties
Support includes wood frame walls up to 10 m, with specific impact and wind resistance ratings.
Installation Details
Profiles are attached using wood screws, with specific details for corners and window installations.
Sunscreen Range
Terreal offers terracotta baguettes for sunscreens, providing thermal comfort and aesthetic enhancement.
Product Specifications
Various terracotta products are available, with dimensions and weights specified. A wide range of colors and finishes is offered.
System Properties
The modular sunscreen system allows for easy assembly and installation, designed to withstand wind and seismic conditions.
Installation Procedures
Kits are delivered separately and can be pre-assembled to optimize installation time.
Impact Resistance
Products are tested for impact resistance according to NF P 08 301/302 standards.
Applications and Case Studies
Examples of architectural projects showcase the use of Terreal products, highlighting their aesthetic and durable solutions.
Conclusion
Terreal provides a comprehensive range of terracotta facade products that are aesthetically pleasing, easy to install, and resistant to environmental factors.
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Technical guide Terreal Façade-2

Revealing the beauty of terracotta in every building TERREAL is an innovative and responsible manufacturer with its roots in terracotta building materials. The Group has just under 2450 employees across 12 countries. TERREAL provides complete building envelope solutions across four major product areas: Roofing, Structure, Façade and Decoration. Our mission? To work every day to develop local areas and promote sustainable, beautiful and functional housing that respects both people and the environment. Working with clay and letting it inspire us – to change the everyday into something unique. including...

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Table of contents   PRODUCTS OVERVIEW • Terreal, 4 expertises • Autan®, Harmattan®, Zonda® XL &   FACING RANGE • Classic brick RAINSCREEN CLADDING RANGE • Piterak® Slim • Glazed colours

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Terreal, 4 expertises We can respond fully to the building envelope needs of homebuilders. Our range or products and services is divided into 4 major product areas : p.4 | Terracotta façade guide

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RAINSCREEN CLADDING RANGE WALL BRICKS From China to the United States, TERREAL operates worldwide to seek out the best production sites and promote its products. A key player in construction materials, we have locations in every corner of the globe. Industrial presence Sales offices Partner-Distributors

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Terracotta façade cleaning process Generally, terracotta is self-cleaning but it may need clea- • Allow to dry after each application. ning at regular intervals depending on the local environ- • If stains are persistent, try cleaning with a clean sponge mental conditions where the terracotta tiles are situated. and clean water before allowing to dry. • The use of a high-pressure water jet is possible but with GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS : special care is essential in the vicinity of the tile joints in to Before to start any cleaning process, it is highly recom- avoid damage the insulation panels....

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• Clean with water (more than once may be necessary, a The cleaning method must to be chosen according to type of the graffiti product used, the type of finishes and the surfaces. Glazed finishes will be easier to clean than tex- • Repeat this process if necessary. tured finishes or natural surfaces. It is recommending to address your requirement directly to Information about Moss a professional cleaning service which can advise you the • The appearance of moss is due to poor treatment of sin- best method on a case by case basis (scrub, rubbing, cover gular points facilitating rain water onto...

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p.8 | Terracotta façade guide

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RAINSCREEN CLADDING RANGE SUNSCREEN Rainscreen cladding range WALL BRICKS Modern, authentic and environmentally friendly, the Terreal wall cladding product range continually invigorates its application techniques and aesthetics. It offers highly effective solutions that meet the latest thermal, seismic and environmental regulations. It is resistant to impact, wind and frost, and is certified by technical assessments issued by the CSTB organization and other engineering organizations around the World. Durable, maintenance free, and economical, our products are made from clay, a natural raw material,...

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Rainscreen cladding Piterak® Slim A rainscreen cladding sized to seduce Piterak Slim is a 30mm thick, doubleskin terracotta rainscreen cladding system with overlapping horizontal reveals. The system contains a large module terracotta panel available in a variety of standard sizes and a multitude of made-to-order sizes with a maximum height of 60 cm and maximum length of 180 cm. The system provides high wind resistance and the highest (Q4) impact resistance rating under French CSTB standards (an ICC Construction Product Evaluation Expert Alliance member). STRENGTHS • Long length : up to 180 cm...

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Through body colour RAINSCREEN CLADDING RANGE WALL BRICKS

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Piterak® Slim Standard range STANDARD DIMENSIONS REF. CATALOGUE MODULE HEIGHT MODULE LENGTH FINISHES Standard Ridge dimension : Height 9 mm Depth 2 mm Ridges each 25 mm Grooves dimensions: Height 13 mm Depth 6 mm Grooves each 50 mm THROUGH BODY COLOURS p.12 | Terracotta façade guide 30. Arctic white (Engobed colour)

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RAINSCREEN CLADDING RANGE GLAZED RANGE COLOURS Petrol blue Cobalt blue Egyptian violet Calamine pink Matt white Glossy white Matt light grey Matt black Glossy black WALL BRICKS Shadow earth Glossy light grey Metallic colours Marine black Custom glazed colour TERREAL can develop on request RAL equivalent glazed colours in matt or glossy appearance.

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Piterak® Slim System characteristics SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Cladding process based on 30 mm thick double-wall Support type: terracotta products (~48,5 kg / m²) with a horizontal • Concrete wall overlap, held using special clips, to a vertical steel • Coated masonry framework secured to the main structure, with insula- tion fitted behind the framework. Product under technical assesment : French CSTB 2.2 /13-1584 V1 and BBA 06/4298 Piterak® Slim 15 cm is not included in the certifications Wind resistance : STANDARD INSTALLATION REINFORCED INSTALLATION* • Fire classification A1: firing mass considered...

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FIXING ACCESSORIES • Estimated quantity of fixing accessories for a stan Terreal provides : Values given for information. dard implementation and without singular points. RAINSCREEN CLADDING RANGE Horizontal fixing system properties • Clips for standard installation MODULE HEIGHT X LENGTH • Vertical profiles PITERAK® SLIM PITP06 Omega profile Piterak® SAP 140961 PITP01 Omega profile ridged Piterak® SAP 118027 Here below the formulas to evaluate the indicative quantity per m² for an H x L frame in the running part without taking into account the singular points. H and L are the height and length...

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Piterak® Slim Slim PRIOR RECOMMENDATIONS Standard installation details The implementation of vertical profiles must respect the rules of the technical assesment : French CSTB 2.2 /13-1584 V1 and BBA 06/4298. Omega profile PIterak® The layout is carried out beforehand by the company installation, to determine the positioning of vertical profiles as well as the dimensions of Piterak® Slim. To define the vertical layout correctly it is necessary to Module height Standad fixing bracket* Metal anchor* Stainless steel screw Standard clip Piterak® Slim PSLA01 consider a vertical space between 2 products...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.