Innovative Core Materials – New Thinking for Solid Surface Design Applications
Today, solid surface materials are becoming utilized for more design applications than just countertops. New innovative core materials starting to find their place in solid surface fabrication. Design professionals are also fueling these changes with new applications such as doors with CNC routed designs to 1” thick solid surface toilet partitions.
As design professionals explore these design applications for solid surface, technical challenges can arise. For example, solid surface panels for toilet partitions need to be lightweight but strong. Standard toilet partition hardware can’t handle the weight of a 1” thick solid surface acrylic partition. Additionally, cost implications of utilizing solid partitions can be difficult for any owner to accept.
ASST has a wealth of experience with arriving at innovative solutions for unique projects. For one corporate client, ASST proposed a fabrication solution for toilet partitions that preserved the design intent while satisfying owner concerns for performance. Honeycomb plastic core sheets are available in a variety of thicknesses. Most solid surface manufacturers now have sheet materials in thinner thicknesses from 1/4” to as thin as 1/8”. By creating a “sandwich” of 1/4” solid surface each side of a 1/2” thick core, the weight is drastically reduced. Standard partition hardware can now be utilized and any additional blocking or accommodation for toilet accessories can be made by the fabricator. Doing what ever it takes to solve a problem and Going Beyond for our customers is of prime importance. Our innovative team of estimators, planners and project managers collaborate and deliver project results in a way few competitors can.
ASST is uniquely positioned to fulfill all aspects of your project. Whatever you need, ASST can build it to the exact specifications, in a safe manner and to the finest quality standards you expect. Even our EMR safety rating is outstanding at .793! We look forward to Going Beyond to address your exciting project challenges. Contact us now online or call us at 717-630-1251.
