Metal granules
The metallic constituent provides the authentic visual presence, tonal variation and material character of the surface.
TECHNOLOGY · METALLIC BONDED
Real metal.
Cast into texture.
Metallic Bonded surfaces integrate metal granules into a fibre-reinforced polymer matrix, with the pattern itself formed through casting rather than printed onto the finished sheet.
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Technology family
Metallic Bonded
Technology family
Metallic Bonded
MATERIAL CONSTRUCTION
Material, matrix and pattern work as one system.
The visible character comes from the material itself. Metal granules are integrated into the composite construction, while the mould establishes the three-dimensional pattern and relief.
Fibre-reinforced polymer
The matrix binds the material into an architectural sheet system and supports the formed surface geometry.
Cast-in texture
Pattern is established through the mould and casting process, creating relief, shadow and tactile depth.
Colour & patina
Finishing develops the final visual character, including available colour and patina expressions within the Metallic Bonded range.
HOW IT IS MADE
Pattern is not decoration. It is part of the making process.
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Pattern development
A repeat, texture or bespoke design is developed to express the intended architectural language.
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Mould development
The mould becomes the physical design tool that establishes relief, repeat and surface geometry.
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Metallic casting
Metal granules and the composite system are cast through the developed mould to form the sheet.
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Finishing & inspection
Finishing, visual inspection and preparation complete the surface for architectural use.
S3 does not publish proprietary formulations, ratios, temperatures, tooling specifications or other confidential process parameters on the public website.
DESIGN PARAMETERS
A material platform with an architectural vocabulary.
01PatternsExplore the Metallic Bonded pattern library and specification charts.02Colours & finishesReview the available surface expressions and finish language.03Bespoke developmentDevelop a custom pattern, colour or surface direction with S3.04ApplicationsSee where the technology is used across architectural interiors.
SPECIFIER VIEW
Specify the surface as a material system.
Configuration, thickness, sheet size, pattern, finish, substrate and installation method should be confirmed for the intended application.
Product Datasheets
Use the current Metallic Bonded PDS for configuration-specific product information.
View PDS informationAssembly matters
Bonded surfaces are non-structural finish materials; the supporting substrate and installation system must be confirmed for the project.
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