Application of synthetic fibre reinforced cement composites for prefabricated facade panels

Abstract

Fibre reinforced cement composites are used in a longer period for production of various façade panels that are available on the market. These are mainly single-layer thin fiber-cement boards. The paper deals with façade panels composed of fibre reinforced cement composite substrate and a decorative face of stone. Specific for the cement composite in this case is that it contains light aggregate in the form of crushed brick particles. The physical-mechanical properties of the applied fibre reinforced cement composites and the particular properties of the aforementioned façade panel essential for its application are given. In accordance with the sustainable approach in the construction industry, the additional value of this research represents the application of local and recycled materials.