Panel · Sizes pending
Cementitious — indicative fig. M·29
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon 0.10kgCO₂e/kg LowCompressive 40-65MPa StructuralDesign life 60yr
Factory-manufactured concrete panels with controlled quality and diverse finish options
01 Physical
Density 2300-2400kg/m3
Specific gravity 2.3-2.4
Porosity 5-15%
Water absorption 3-6%
Hardness 6-7Mohs
UV resistance excellent
Chemical resistance moderate-good
pH tolerance 6-13pH
Surface roughness 1-5000um
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 2.0-3.5MPa
Compressive strength 40-65MPa
Flexural strength 4.0-5.0MPa
Shear strength 1.0-1.5MPa
Poisson's ratio 0.2
Impact resistance moderate
Creep resistance moderate
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 1.0-1.8W/mK
Specific heat 880-1000J/kgK
Thermal expansion 8-12x10^-6/degC
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible (AS 1530.1)
Fire resistance level -/60/60 to -/240/240 (thickness dependent)FRL (minutes)
Ignition temp Not applicabledegC
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0kW/m2
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon 0.10-0.26kg CO2-eq/kg
Carbon footprint 40-95kg CO2-eq/m2
Embodied energy 1.0-2.0MJ/kg
Water footprint 150-250L/kg
Recyclability 100%
Recycled content 10-40%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 7/10
VOC emissions 0ug/m3
Toxicity rating non-toxic (cured)
LEED contribution 2-5points
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 60-100+years
Maintenance interval 10-15years
Warranty period 10-15years
Material cost (range) 150-350AUD/m2
Material cost (per unit) 200-300AUD/m2
Lead time 6-12weeks
Lifecycle cost 400-700AUD/m2
Annual maintenance 1.00-3.00AUD/m2/year
Market availability good
07 Assessment
Advantages
- Factory-controlled manufacture ensures consistent quality, dimensional accuracy, and superior surface finishes.
- Excellent fire resistance: non-combustible per AS 1530.1 with FRL ratings up to -/240/240 for thick panels.
- High compressive strength (40-65 MPa typical) enabling structural load-bearing and long-span applications.
- Wide range of architectural finishes including polished, honed, exposed aggregate, acid-etched, and textured options.
- Long service life of 60-100+ years with minimal maintenance requirements.
Constraints
- Heavy panels require crane access and specialised lifting equipment for installation, limiting use on constrained sites.
- Long lead times (typically 6-12 weeks) due to mould fabrication, casting, curing, and transport logistics.
- Joint detailing and waterproofing between panels requires careful design to prevent water ingress and acoustic flanking.
- Transport limitations restrict maximum panel dimensions to approximately 3.5 m width and 12-14 m length.
- Higher upfront cost per m2 compared to tilt-up or masonry alternatives, though life-cycle costs may be competitive.
08 Applications
A1 Commercial facade cladding Non-load-bearing architectural cladding panels for commercial buildings, offices, and retail developments. Typically 100-150 mm thick with decorative finishes.
A2 Structural load-bearing walls Load-bearing precast wall panels for multi-storey residential and commercial buildings. Typically 150-250 mm thick with f'c 50-65 MPa.
A3 Industrial/warehouse walls Large-format precast panels for industrial buildings, warehouses, and distribution centres. Typically 150-200 mm thick, up to 12 m tall.
A4 Sound barriers and noise walls Precast concrete noise barriers for roads, railways, and industrial noise attenuation. High mass provides excellent acoustic insulation.
A5 Fire-rated boundary walls Precast panels achieving FRL ratings for fire separation between buildings or within fire compartments per NCC requirements.
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.