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Strong and Lightweight: The Two Pillars of Fiberglass Honeycomb Panels

The words 'lightweight' and 'strong' do not usually go together unless describing  fiberglass honeycomb panels . They are the critical factors that make these materials worth considering for projects where weight is critical without sacrificing durability and strength. A fiberglass honeycomb panel is composed of two fiberglass sheet layers. Or it can be a layer of fiberglass and an aluminum sheet sandwiching an aluminum honeycomb core. No matter its composition, it is widely used for exterior cladding, particularly as backing for stone veneer panels. Notable features of a fiberglass honeycomb panel 1. Thermal conductivity Both natural stone and fiberglass have a similar thermal conductivity that lets them move in a similar range to keep up with rapid temperature changes, allowing the stone veneer panel to remain intact with reduced bowing. 2. Guaranteed bonding Older versions of  fiberglass honeycomb panels  relied on resin to create the layers. The adhesive