Ceramitex® Receives Florida Product Approval

Ceramitex® Sintered Ceramic Facade Systems has successfully received Florida Product Approval FL21375.

Product Description: The Ceramitex® Panel System consists of sintered compact surface veneer manufactured with fiberglass reinforced mesh backing, adhered to an aluminum frame.

Code Compliance: The above mentioned product has been evaluated for compliance with the requirements of the Florida Building Code 5th Edition (2014) and as per Rule 61G20-3.

Supporting Documents: Standards: ASTM E330/E330M-14, Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference. ASTM E330-02, Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference.

Equivalency: Product was tested in accordance with ASTM E330/E330M-14. The testing standard adopted on the Florida Building Code, 5th Edition (2014) is ASTM E330-02. We have reviewed both versions of the standard and hereby certify that for the purpose of the performance this product both standards are equivalent. Ted Berman and Associates, LLC www.flproductapproval.com

Standards and equivalency: ASTM E1886-13a indicated as used to test in accordance with the fatigue loading schedule in Table 1625.4 of the 5th Edition Florida Building Code (2014) is equivalent to ASTM E1886-05 for testing in accordance with the aforesaid Table 1625.4.