UHPC tiles for contractors and installers

On-site advantages

• Lighter panels for easier handling and smaller lifting equipment
• Factory-finished surfaces with no on-site casting or curing
• Proven fixing systems: adhesive, mechanical and pedestal
• Consistent tolerances for faster alignment

Before you order

• Confirm lead times, especially for custom colours or sizes
• Agree packaging, delivery sequencing and storage
• Check cutting and handling guidance
• Ask about installer training or site support

Pricing a UHPC package

When pricing, include supply, subframe or adhesive, fixings, labour, access equipment, protection, waste allowance and spares. Ask manufacturers for panel schedules and weights to plan lifting and labour accurately.

Quality on site

Inspect deliveries against the approved samples, check for transit damage before installation, and keep panels protected until handover. Record any variation early so it can be resolved with the supplier.

Programme planning

UHPC is factory-made, so the critical path usually runs through sample approval and production. Lock in approvals early, agree a delivery schedule that matches installation sequence, and allow for storage on site. Late design changes to panel sizes can be costly once moulds are made.

Health and safety

• Use mechanical lifting aids for heavier panels
• Cut with water suppression or extraction to control silica dust
• Wear appropriate PPE when cutting and drilling
• Follow manufacturer handling guidance to avoid panel damage and injury

Common site issues and how to avoid them

• Chipped edges: carry panels on edge and protect corners
• Uneven joints: survey and adjust subframes before fixing
• Staining: keep cement slurry and adhesive off faces; clean immediately
• Colour mismatch: install from the same batch where possible and mix panels from different pallets