StoneLite® - Spaulding Cladding

Manufacturer Name:

StoneLite® by Coldspring

Product Type:

Large Format Lightweight Stone Panels

Description:

StoneLite® is a natural stone composite panel that combines a thin stone veneer with an aluminum honeycomb backing, fused between impervious, high-strength, fiber-reinforced skins. These panels can be crafted from a wide range of natural stones such as limestone, granite, sandstone, and slate. StoneLite® panels are ideal for a variety of applications including exterior and interior use, as well as renovations. StoneLite® panels have been rigorously tested and proven durable over more than 40 years, successfully installed on buildings worldwide.

Introducing premium lightweight honeycomb facade and feature wall systems.. StoneLite® by Coldspring proudly leads as the originator and pioneer of lightweight honeycomb natural stone panels. Our commitment to design and innovation remains unrivaled, exemplified by our recent introduction of porcelain panels. This offers a compelling and cost-effective alternative to dimensional stone, GFRC, glass, precast concrete, and other materials. As the largest project-specific manufacturing facility in our industry, we are dedicated to partnering with you from initial design concepts through material selection, fabrication, and installation. Together, we create façades and feature walls that inspire pride and excellence.

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Tested:

Certified by ICC, BBA, and CSTB
Acid Freeze-Thaw
Air and Water Infiltration
Structural and Impact Load
USBC Approval & Quality Control Testing
Fire Testing including NFPA 285
Full Scale Arena Blast Test
Attachment System Testing

Benefits:

Installation is quick and straightforward

StoneLite® panels are known for reducing installation costs and offering flexibility in scheduling due to their ease of installation.

Reduced manpower and on-site setup needs.

Minimal crane usage.

Minimal or zero on-site cutting.

It can be installed over existing cladding, eliminating the need for demolition and haul-off costs.

Strength and Flexibility

StoneLite® panels exhibit superior strength and flexibility compared to traditional dimensional stone, with impact strength 60 times greater than 3cm stone.

The panels’ flexibility makes them ideal for regions prone to hurricanes and earthquakes.

Reliance on stone for load-bearing purposes becomes negligible.

Lightweight

StoneLite® panels are significantly lighter than 3cm dimensional stone, weighing on average 3-4 lbs. per square foot compared to the 20-30 lbs. per square foot of traditional 3cm stone.

Significant reductions in building structure and foundation requirements are achievable, leading to notable reductions in the amount of steel and concrete needed.