Fibre Cement finishing solutions

Fibre cement finishing solutions are used to upgrade the aesthetic and functional characteristics of fibre cement products such as sidings and roof tiles.

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Fibre cement finishing

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Decorative aspects and functional characteristics

The solutions used to finish fibre cement and cement-bonded materials aim to improve the surfaces of these materials from several perspectives: on the one side, we have decorative aspects, or surface enhancement, on the other we have functional characteristics, or structural enhancement.

Companies using these materials need to address both aspects according to the final use of the product in question. Whereas decorative aspects concern the aesthetic appeal of the surface, the functional characteristics of cement-bonded materials are always extremely important when the final product is exposed to an outdoor environment.

Fibre cement finishing technology to enhance surfaces

A broad range of coating equipment and technology is available to decorate and bring out the best in fibre cement surfaces. These solutions range from curtain, spray and roller coating to industrial digital printing, which allows users to produce a customised finish.

Technologically innovative Cefla Finishing solutions for fibre cement ensure outstanding performance and quality. Every stage of the process offers remarkable efficiency: from roller coating solutions that simultaneously apply different coatings on the top and bottom of a panel to automated spray coating solutions that minimise human intervention throughout the process, plus software solutions that enable remote tracking and monitoring of production and allow parameter adjustment from a single point on the line. The result is an ultra-high performance finishing line that boosts productivity and ensures excellent quality.

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In which sectors are fibre cement finishing solutions used?

Integrated finishing lines for fibre cement and cement-bonded materials are mainly used in the construction industry. They use various technologies:

Sectors

Technologies

Application fields

Examples of products that can be processed on our finishing lines

APPLICATIONS

01

Corrugated roof panels and sheets

Made to withstand outdoor conditions, roof panels must undergo a coating process which enhances their structural and functional characteristics. A mix of coating and drying technologies will add value and appeal to these products.
02

Sidings

Sidings are coated using a spray coater to apply a product that will resist the elements and ensure an attractive finish to the exterior of a building.
03

Flat roof tiles and slates

Exposed to the elements, roof tiles and slates need to withstand harsh environmental conditions, so both functional and aesthetic characteristics are important. Correct finishing techniques for both aspects are essential.
04

Tiles and coverings

Different techniques can be applied to ceramic tiles or large slabs, including spray or curtain coating with solid colour, and low or high-temperature industrial digital printing according to the desired effect.
05

External wall covering

Wall coverings must withstand the elements, so their physical and chemical characteristics need to be considered in the coating process, as well as aesthetic factors.
06

Pre-painted sheet

Our complete range of finishing technologies can be implemented to achieve the desired effect. Coating a sheet or digitally printing it with lavish decorations is done on automated, integrated lines.

Fibre cement finishing technologies to improve structural characteristics

If the company’s main goal is to improve the structural characteristics of fibre cement and cement-bonded materials, it’s important to enhance its strength and structural resistance to environmental conditions.

Our equipment range has been specially developed to meet those needs. Consequently, in addition to the quality of the substance used to impregnate the material, the application technology has been fine-tuned to maximise penetration into each substrate type. The result: the structural and functional characteristics of the finished product last longer.

We supply complete lines to treat fibre cement products or cement-bonded materials: from application of the impregnating agent to the primer and the surface finish.
Both finishing lines and individual machines are custom-configured and can be integrated with third-party machinery.

The durability of fibre cement finishes

Our technology applies the substances and coatings needed to increase performance, extend durability and protect against efflorescence, mould and rot, even providing resistance to acts of vandalism, chemical aggression and weathering phenomena, namely:

  • hail
  • extreme temperature excursions
  • moss
  • mould
  • rot
  • UV rays
  • pollutants
High performance reduces the need for maintenance and improves the durability of fibre cement products and cement-bonded materials.
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A wide range of machines and technologies

Machines

Easy

Materials:

  • Plastic
  • Metal
  • Ceramic
  • Wood
  • Fibre Cement

Machine Type:

  • Spray coating

Mito

Materials:

  • Plastic
  • Metal
  • Ceramic
  • Wood
  • Fibre Cement
  • Glass

Machine Type:

  • Spray coating

Smartcoater PRO

Materials:

  • Plastic
  • Metal
  • Ceramic
  • Wood
  • Paper
  • Fibre Cement
  • Glass

Machine Type:

  • Curtain and Roller Application

Smartcurtain

Materials:

  • Plastic
  • Metal
  • Ceramic
  • Wood
  • Paper
  • Fibre Cement
  • Glass
  • Mineral Fibre

Machine Type:

  • Curtain and Roller Application

Top and bottom roller coater

Materials:

  • Plastic
  • Wood
  • Fibre Cement

Machine Type:

  • Curtain and Roller Application

UV-R

Materials:

  • Plastic
  • Metal
  • Ceramic
  • Wood
  • Fibre Cement

Machine Type:

  • Ovens

Case studies

Case study

We have helped hundreds of companies around the world achieve their quality, efficiency, and productivity goals. Here are their stories.
We have helped hundreds of companies around the world achieve their quality, efficiency, and productivity goals. Here are their stories.
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Uptiles discovers the luxury of digital printing technologies

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Janneau Menuiseries discovers the beautiful side of automation

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Taking the first step from manual to automatic spray coating

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Bring fiber cement to life with innovative finishes and decorations

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Explore the topic on our blog. You can find articles on technologies, innovative techniques, and tips to improve the efficiency of your finishing line.
Explore the topic on our blog. You can find articles on technologies, innovative techniques, and tips to improve the efficiency of your finishing line.
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    Industry 4.0 and Digitization

cTracker and the gift of ubiquity

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    Industry 4.0 and Digitization

UBIQUO service opportunities

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    Coating Technologies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What finishes can I achieve using roller coating lines?

Thanks to roller coating technologies, various degrees of finish can be obtained, either clear or pigmented, matt, semi-gloss or glossy. Additionally, since the roller lines are made up of a number of applications, aluminium dioxide- or corundum-based coats can be applied in order to achieve high surface abrasion strength.

02 What sort of finishes can I achieve with a spray coating machine?

The range of finishes is practically unlimited, also because finishing is more closely linked to the product being coated.

03 Which applications are best suited to digital printing?
  • Flooring
  • Panel decoration
  • Door decoration
  • Edge-banding
  • Fibre cement decoration
  • Profiles
  • etc.
04 Is there something that allows me to monitor my coating process?
Of course. At all times cTracker, our line supervisor, lets you:
- set up and check the entire line from a single point
- trace workpieces on the line
- export alarms/production reports
- exchange information with your internal company systems.
05 How can I simulate my production process?
Simulation is a valuable tool, hence the introduction of a pre-sales service called cCloner. More specifically, this line simulator can:
- show a realistic 3D configuration of the line layout: a sound, reliable picture made up of measurements, 3D imaging and objective data.
- provide accurate line operation simulation: to prevent problems, avoid machine downtimes and have more general information right from the design stage.
- simulate real productivity and consumption: finding the best configuration gives you a realistic forecast of the situation, also in terms of productivity and energy/heat consumption.