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1_Packaging
Sistemi di imballaggio
2_Moving packages
Movimentazione degli imballi
3_Moving large tiles on site
Movimentazione delle lastre in cantiere
4_Working on large tiles
Lavorazioni sulle lastre
5_Preparing the surface and applying adhesive
Preparazione supporto e stesura collante
6_Installation
Posa
7_Grouting
Stuccatura
8_Cleaning
Pulizia
9_General recommendations
Raccomandazioni generali
SLABS TECHNICAL INFO
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1_PACKAGING
Special packaging has been developed to store and transport large tiles safely. Large tiles, whether all the same size or in different sizes,
are loaded into crates. All packages are dispatched full or according to individual order requests.
IT IS RECOMMENDED TO MOVE THE CRATES ONE AT A TIME.
Crate for 120x280cm
Cm 291,6 x 144,6 h 34,4 • Kg per tile 48,3 • tile per crate 20 • Sqm per crate 67,12 • Kg per full crate 1056 • Stockability max 10 pallets in
warehouse
Crate for 120x260cm
Cm 275 x 136 h 28 • Kg per tile 44 • tile per crate 20 • Sqm per crate 62,40 • Kg per full crate 880 • Stockability max 10 pallets in
warehouse
Crate for 120x120cm
Cm 130 x 130 x h 58 • Kg per tile 20,30 • tile per crate 50 • Sqm per crate 72 • Kg per full crate 1015 • Stockability max 4 pallets in
warehouse
Crate for 60x120cm
Cm 129 x 69 x h 58 • Kg per tile 10,15 • tile per crate 48 • Sqm per crate 35,56 • Kg per full crate 522 • Stockability max 4 pallets in
warehouse
2_MOVING PACKAGES
Long side
This is the best option. Use forks at least 1.4 m long, set to the width that provides the best possible support for the package.
Short side
Use forks at least 2.1 m long, set to the width that provides the best possible support for the package.
LOADING TRUCKS AND CONTAINERS
To load packages into a container, you can either use a fork lift or load from the ground using ramps of suitable height.
Use straps, ties and airbags to keep the material secure during transport. When loading, always make sure that weight is distributed
evenly to avoid displacement during transport. Loading calculations must always take account of transport weight limits.
ARRANGEMENT FOR LOADING ON CONTAINERS
SIZE 120x280cm
Container 20’: 10 crates
Container 40’: 20 crates - Pay attention to maximum gross weight.
SIZE 120x260cm
Container 20’: 10 crates
Container 40’: 20 crates - Pay attention to maximum gross weight.
SIZE 120x120cm
Container 20’: 12 crates
Container 40’: 27 crates - Pay attention to maximum gross weight.
SIZE 60x120cm
Container 20’: 24 crates
Container 40’: 54 crates - Pay attention to maximum gross weight.
3_MOVING LARGE TILES ON SITE
ON-SITE EQUIPMENT
It is important to use suitable equipment to move large tiles on site.
Suction cups
Use vacuum pump suction cups on non-smooth or textured surfaces to ensure a firm grip during manual movement (120x120cm).
Use non-marking rubber suction cups on light coloured surfaces.
Suction cup bars or lifting frames with cross-bars
Applying this type of lifting device to large tiles improves rigidity and permits completely safe transport on tile trolleys (120x280cm).
Reinforced trolley
We recommend the use of reinforced trolleys to move tiles around large sites and to move tiles in which holes, cutouts or cuts have
been made to permit the passage of electrical cables or water pipes.
Work bench with aluminium profiles
Use a work bench with aluminium profiles to support the tiles you need to work on practically and safely. Install the work bench on a
stable and even surface. Suitable for 60x120, 120x120, 120x260, 120x280cm.
MOVING TILES BY HAND ON SITE
To ensure operator safety, always move large tiles one at a time. At least two people are needed to move each tile, and more may be
needed depending on the weight of the tile.
Manual tile lifting kits include single suction cups for 120x120cm tiles or suction cup frames for tiles of 120x280cm and above.
Single suction cups
Use suction cups with individual handles only to lay a small number of tiles in ground level areas that are easily accessible and provide
plenty of room for manoeuvre. Attach the suction cup to the centre of the tile to ensure good balance when moving it.
Suction cup frames
Place the frame over the centre of the tile so that the ends of bars touch the walls of the crate. To stop the edges of the tile coming into
contact with the floor, adjust the end hooks to leave a small gap between the tile and the floor.
4_WORKING ON LARGE TILES
Accurate cuts, shapes, cutouts and holes can be made by specialist tile workshops and processing centres using cutting discs, CNC
systems, water jets and other professional equipment. Simple jobs can be completed on site, but special attention is needed during both
