As well as providing a range of colour and finish options, enamelled steel panels will resist:
Enamel has been part of human life for thousands of years. Jewellery and metalwork enamelled by ancient civilisations still looks as beautiful today as when it was first made centuries ago. Today architects, artists and designers have the opportunity to realise exceptional architectural designs which will last through the ages. Using ArcelorMittal’s range of enamelling steels, they can create striking structures which will endure for 50 years and more. Even after half a century, the steel substrate will not show any signs of corrosion and the enamelled surface will remain as it was on day one.
The unique properties of enamelled steels include:
As well as providing a range of colour and finish options, enamelled steel panels will resist:
No other material on the market today can match the quality of ArcelorMittal’s enamelling steels for both indoor and outdoor applications. Add to this an almost infinite range of long-lasting colours, patterns and textures with a gloss, semi-matt or matt finish. Colour stability can be kept up to 50 years, ensuring the panel will remain as vivid for decades, even in the harshest environments.
Artistic decoration of the enamelled panels is also possible. Almost any creative idea can be reproduced on the panels with extreme accuracy using serigraphy (silkscreen printing) or decalcomania (transfer of engravings or prints). Four-colour CMYK printing can also be used to create wave forms, curved profiles and other special shapes.
With almost the same hardness as a diamond, enamelled surfaces are able to resist extremely abrasive conditions including sandstorms. Scratches, impacts and wear have no influence on enamelled steels.
Enamelled steels are also resistant to damage from flames or other sources of heat and have an A1 fire resistance rating. Even when heated, enamelled steels do not release any toxic fumes.
Modern-built environments are extremely susceptible to the effects of corrosive atmospheric pollution. However, enamelled steels have no pores or cracks. This stops bacteria, dust and pollution from gaining a foothold in the enamel.
Enamelled surfaces are very easy to clean. Most commercially available solvents can be used without affecting the colour or finish. Even graffiti can be easily removed from the enamelled surface.
ArcelorMittal’s Solfer® steels are the best solution for enamelled architectural projects. Solfer® grades provide:
Solfer® grades are available in the following dimensions:
Deformed parts such as profiles and cassettes can be made with ArcelorMittal’s adapted steel grades including Solfer®. As well as being ready for enamelling, these grades can be assembled like other facade products.
The long-term maintenance of enamelled panels is simple. During renovations it is easy to perfectly colour-match panels as there should be no noticeable differences between old and new panels.
Other applications for enamelled panels include:
The intimate combination of steel and enamel has delighted artists for millennia. With enamelling steels architects and designers also have their chance to create enduring colourful designs for contemporary architectural projects.
In addition:
ArcelorMittal can advise you on the most suitable grade to fit your project budget and the level of quality required.
ArcelorMittal has developed powerful computational tools which can simulate the vitreous enamelling process and help you to design your facade elements. Computational simulation techniques are especially useful for defining the right shape and thickness of panels. Do not hesitate to consult our technical or R&D experts for more information.
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