Installation Guide

HIGH HUMIDITY ROOMS
Acclimate panels in the operating humidity conditions. Carefully follow the guidelines in this installation guide for expansion/contraction
spacing and sealing. (see Expansion Joint Chart, pg 5). Failure to seal moisture entry points with silicone sealant can cause swelling of
the substrate resulting in warping, curling, delamination or bond line separation. Use an adhesive that is recommended for high humidity
conditions. A vapor barrier (e.g. 6 mil poly sheet) may be required. *Follow the architect or owner’s specifications or check your local
building codes for specific requirements.
* Panels should be limited to 4’ x 8’
LOW TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS
Acclimate panels in the operating temperature conditions. Carefully follow the guidelines in this installation guide for expansion/contraction
spacing and sealing (see Expansion Joint Chart, pg 6). Use an adhesive that is recommended for low temperature conditions.
A vapor
barrier (e.g., 6 mil poly sheet) may be required. Follow the architect or owner’s specifications or check your local building codes for specific
requirements.
* Panels should be limited to 4’ x 8’
FOAM INSULATION
An approved thermal barrier system (e.g., gypsum board) must be used between the FRP panels
and any foam insulation
(Figure 2). Check your local building codes for specific requirements.
NEAR HEAT SOURCE
FRP panels will discolor when installed behind or near a heat source
which radiates
temperatures exceeding 130°F (55°C), such as cookers, ovens, and deep fryers. Stainless
steel is recommended for these types of areas.
Choose an Adhesive
The following information provides assistance on selecting the appropriate adhesive for installation:
CRANE ADVANCED POLYMER ADHESIVE
Porous and most non-porous substrates, Interior and exterior applications, Fiberglass faced, mold resistant and firecode core drywall,
drywall, steel, foamboard, vinyl, PVC, FRP,ceramic tile, laminate, sealed and unsealed concrete
CRANE FAST GRAB ADHESIVE
Porous substrates, Interior drywall applications, Non-treated plywood
ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR VARIOUS SUBSTRATES
Refer to form #6846 for additional Crane Adhesive installation information.
FIGURE 2
FRP TO:
Advanced
Polymer
Fast
Grab
FRP TO:
Advanced
Polymer
Fast
Grab
Standard Unpainted Drywall YES YES Stainless Steel YES NO
Standard Unpainted Plywood YES YES Metal YES NO
Treated Plywood YES NO Aluminum YES NO
Fire-Rated Plywood YES NO Galvanized Metal YES NO
Cement Board YES NO
Cement Block
(above grade or inside wall)
YES NO
Fiberglass Faced, Mold Resistance
and Firecode Core Drywall
YES NO
Cement Block
(below grade or outside wall)
YES NO
DensGlass YES NO
Painted Walls
(if paint is well anchored)
YES NO
FRP YES NO Polystyrene Foam YES NO
Traditional Greenboard YES NO Polyurethane Foam YES NO
Ceramic Tile YES NO Foil-Faced Insulation YES NO
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