METALINE
®
splashbacks
FABRICATION
manual
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Cutting Equipment
Laminex Metaline Splashbacks panels can be cut with traditional tools fitted with a suitable aluminium cutting
blade – either tungsten carbide or high speed steel.
The following cutting equipment can be used for cutting Metaline panels:
• Panel or table saw (using aluminium cutting blade – e.g. Leitz 68800)
• Circular saw (using aluminium cutting blade)
• Hand router (high speed TC blade)
• Milling machine or CNC (high speed TC blade)
• Jigsaw (using aluminium blade only)
• Handsaw (metal cutting blade)
• Holesaw or Drill (using HSS drill bits)
Recommendation - always use vacuum swarf extraction to prevent build up on panel or cutting equipment.
Additional Tools Required
• Glazier’s suction cup x 2
• Straight edge
• Builders angle
• Measuring tape
• Plasterboard saw
• Fixing screws – 25mm length, self tapping
• Utility knife
• Metal file
• Edge tape roller (metal roller) for rolled over edge finish
• 3mm packers
Transport, handling and storage
Store the panels flat in an environment of approximately 20-25°C for at least 24 hours before commencing any
installation or cutting operations to allow them to reach a constant temperature. This will ensure that dimensions
remain constant during any cutting and installation process. Always allow Metaline panels to reach constant
temperature after transport (particularly in very hot or cold weather). Temporary storage of Laminex Metaline
Splashbacks on-site should be flat with a sheet of cardboard, polystyrene or foam between the panels. Do not
remove the protective film until directed.
Handling of Laminex Metaline Splashbacks requires care. It is recommended that panels be supported at several
points along their length (the number of support points depending on the length of the panel). Panels should be
manually lifted vertically, mechanically lifted horizontally.
Tools and Equipment
SECTION 4:
cutting of panels
