Column casings are a widely used and highly versatile method of concealing interior and exterior structural elements and building services to improve a project’s aesthetics and, in many cases, provide protection.
The Pendock Radius range comprises six individual column casing types, which are manufactured in a choice of standard shapes and materials, as well as bespoke options, which are manufactured to match specific project dimensions.
Both the circular MDF-CL and the square PLY-SQ casings are manufactured using preformed MDF and plywood respectively. While they can be left plain for on-site finishing but are usually specified with a durable and decorative high pressure laminate (HPL) finish and are for interior applications only.
Also for interior use only is the circular GRG-CL range, which is manufactured from glass reinforced gypsum (GRG) and are produced from moulds in standard or bespoke sizes and shapes. These are usually left plain for on-site decoration.
For use in both exterior and interior applications, the options include the circular MET-CL and square MET-SQ column casings, both of which are available in aluminium and stainless steel, alongside the GRP-CL casings, which are produced from moulds using glass reinforced plastic.
Both metal column casing ranges can be specified with a PPC finish, although brushed; polished; textured; patterned and perforated options are also available and can be manufactured in bespoke sizes and shapes for individual projects. Bespoke options also feature in the GRP range, which can be specified in standard circular shapes and bespoke dimensions or forms.
The inherent weather resistance and high durability of metal and GRP makes them an ideal choice for external projects, where structural steel work or concrete columns need to be concealed. GRP is also a good choice for indoor swimming pools and larger aquatic centres as they are unaffected by water and high humidity levels, or chlorine’s corrosive properties.
Buildings with high footfall, such as conference venues, shopping centres, schools & colleges, airports and hospitals, usually require the greatest level of durability. This is best provided by pre-finished products using durable high-pressure laminate (HPL), alongside stainless steel or aluminium with polyester powder-coated finishes.
The versatility of Radius column casings allows specifiers the opportunity of using their external surfaces to locate electrical sockets, lighting, signage, security cameras and television screens among other items. This can help provide additional benefits for shops, schools, and other buildings, where space is generally at a premium.