Grid Fix formliners are used to manufacture precast concrete elements with a facing-brick surface. The bricks are placed into the formliner and securely held in position by the spacer ribs; for this, an A-grade selection with the tightest dimensional tolerances is recommended.
The bricks are cast directly into the concrete. This eliminates adhesion issues associated with bonded-on bricks, and repointing is not required. For processing, an internal vibrator must be used, as the bricks can slip out of the formliner on a vibrating table.
As standard, two Grid Fix models are available with a half-brick staggered bond:
Type 1: 52 mm × 240 mm
Type 2: 71 mm × 240 mm
The rib height is 3 mm in each case.
Any other dimensions, as well as alternative bond patterns, can be produced as custom forms on request.
| uses | Dimensions (mm) | order number |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 1000 × 1500 | C 2080 |
| 50 | - | - |
| 10 | - | - |
100-timer formliners are supplied in an individual dimension within the maximum indicated dimensions.
The specified widths of the 10-timer and 50-timer formliners are a fixed dimension and ensure the continuity of the structure in the case of linear patterns. The longitudinal direction of the pattern is variable and can be ordered from 1 m up to the maximum dimension in 10 cm steps.
With their special surface textures, functional formliners ensure a non-slip finish on floors. Various non-slip textures, sandy textures, ripples, pastilles and nubs ensure stability. Exposed concrete panels made using functional formliners achieve certification up to R13, the highest non-slip classification, and meet the highest demands of design and aesthetics.