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Translucent Roof / Full Woven Roving (.060)

Description

This translucent roof utilizes full width woven roving that  greatly increases the physical attributes as compared to a traditional chopped fiberglass panel.  It is UV resistant and has excellent weathering capabilities. All roadside and curbside edges are reinforced with extra edge glass to protect against rivet pull out.  Panels are available with 10% or 30% light transmission.                                                                                                                                                                                       

Use
Designed for use as a roof sheet in dry freight truck bodies & pup trailers.

Physical Properties

PROPERTY TYPICAL VALUE TEST METHOD
     Flexural Strength 41,200 psi ASTM D-790
     Flexural Modulus 1,680,000 psi ASTM D-790
     Tensile Strength 40,200 psi ASTM D-638
     Tensile Modulus 2,221,000 psi ASTM D-638
     Izod Impact (Notched) 16 ft lbs ASTM D-256
     Barcol Hardness 50 ASTM D-2583
Product design specifications
 
.060 Translucent Up To 105" Wide Embossed .40 lbs sq ft
Notes
Glasteel transportation translucent roof is available in bulk coil, 250 to 500 linear feet as well as cut-to-length sheets.  Cut-to-length sheets can be interlapped into one coil for customer convenience.  Material can also be coiled with embossed side facing inside or out.
Standards
All material tolerances and product specifications can be found in the Glasteel Quality Specification Data Sheet.  Available upon request.
Aesthetics

Glasteel Transportation panels will provide a bright clean look when installed.  Please note that periodically small areas that are unacceptable for use will be present on the panels.  Glasteel will always do it’s best to identify these areas but user should always inspect panels prior to installation.  If an unacceptable area is discovered, please notify Glasteel at once for replacement of the affected material.  When verification is made, Glasteel will either reimburse or supply replacement material but in no means will cover labor, installation or handling expense.      

Cutting
Glasteel Transportation Panels can be cut using power saws with a carbide tip or masonry blade.  Use caution and always wear protective goggles and a filter mask when cutting panels.
Installation
Follow industry wide fastening procedures utilizing mechanical and / or adhesives.
Storage
All Glasteel Transportation Panels should be stored indoors in a cool dry area.  Moisture permitted to remain trapped between panels can cause expansion and discoloration.
Maintenance

To ensure that Glasteel Transportation Panels retain their sparkling clean looks, a periodic cleaning with warm soapy water or steam cleaning is recommended.

Nonwarranty

The information contained in this literature is presented in good faith, and is believed to be accurate at time of publication.  No representation, guarantee or warranty is made as to the completeness, reliability or accuracy of this information.  No implied warranty or merchantability or functional use for specific application.

 


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