Fire-Rated Signage
Group 1 material options for fabricated letters, flex-face lightboxes and sky signs. Solutions include Heytex Heylite B1 flex face, selected opal polycarbonate, Corian® and Staron®, combined with aluminium or stainless steel fabrication as required.
Key Features:
- Selected materials with current Group 1 documentation
- Heytex Heylite B1 flex face as our default fire-rated banner
- Opal polycarbonate, Corian® or Staron® options
- Flex-face lightbox and sky-sign solutions
- Polycarbonate options for rigid-face sky signage
- Aluminium or stainless steel fabricated bodies
- Construction documented for project review
Perfect For:
- Projects specifying Group 1 materials
- Fire-rated flex-face lightboxes and sky signs
- Rigid-face sky signs requiring polycarbonate
- Shopping centres and commercial interiors
- Public buildings and regulated interior areas
- Projects reviewed by a fire engineer, certifier or building surveyor
Some Fire-Rated Signage Examples
Direct answer
Fire-rated options for letters, flex faces and sky signs
Our fire-rated signage options include fabricated letters using selected opal polycarbonate, Corian® or Staron®; flex-face lightboxes and sky signs using Heytex Heylite B1; and rigid-face sky signage using suitable polycarbonate. The exact product and complete assembly must still be reviewed and accepted for the project.
Specifications
Solution specification snapshot
Use these details to select the right construction before artwork and engineering are locked in.
| Item | Trade guidance |
|---|---|
| Typical requirement | Specified signage using materials with current Group 1 documentation |
| Default flex face | Heytex Heylite B1 white coated woven fabric, 680 g/m² and 0.6 mm |
| Heylite evidence | AWTA test 20-004463 · Group Number 1 · AS/NZS 3837 in accordance with AS 5637.1-2015 |
| Rigid sky-sign face | Selected opal polycarbonate supported by suitable project documentation |
| Letter materials | Selected opal polycarbonate, Corian® or Staron® products |
| Fabricated body | Aluminium or stainless steel |
| Important limitation | A material classification does not automatically certify the complete fabricated and installed sign |
Construction
Match the documented material to the sign format
Fire-rated signage is not limited to fabricated letters. The face material, cabinet or letter body, illumination and mounting method need to be developed as one system and aligned with the project submission.
- Aluminium bodies for lightweight, versatile fabricated construction
- Stainless steel bodies where a premium metal finish is required
- Heytex Heylite B1 for illuminated flex-face lightboxes and sky signs
- Selected opal polycarbonate for rigid sky-sign faces and suitable illuminated letters
- Selected Corian® or Staron® for fabricated letter faces or solid-surface details
- Product, grade, colour and thickness matched to accepted documentation
Build options
Fire-rated options across sign formats
The required effect must be designed around the documented material rather than substituting a standard face after approval. Light transmission, sign depth, structure and access determine which format is practical.
- Front-lit, halo-lit or non-illuminated fabricated letters
- Flex-face lightboxes using Heytex Heylite B1 as our default fire-rated banner
- Flex-face sky signs where a tensioned illuminated face suits the structure
- Rigid-face sky signs using selected opal polycarbonate
- LED layout and sign depth adjusted around the selected material
Installation planning
Coordinate the complete assembly with the project consultant
Fixings, backs, wiring, drivers, adhesives, coatings and mounting substrates may sit outside the face-material classification. Provide the relevant fire-rating clause and consultant requirements before fabrication so the full proposal can be documented accurately.
- Send the relevant architectural or fire-specification clause
- Confirm the sign location, substrate and mounting method
- Identify restrictions on adhesives, coatings, wiring or backing materials
- Provide the required submission format and approval contact
- Obtain project acceptance before production where required
Size and project limits
Material format, structure and access set the limits
There is no universal size range for fire-rated signage. Flex-face roll width, polycarbonate sheet size, artwork geometry, cabinet or letter depth, structure, freight and installation access all affect buildability. Send final-size artwork and the project specification for review.
Indicative guidance only. Final dimensions, structure, illumination and freight splits are confirmed against artwork, site conditions and engineering requirements at quote stage.
Decision help
Choose the fire-rated material path
| Sign format | Typical documented material path |
|---|---|
| Flex-face lightbox or sky sign | Heytex Heylite B1 backlit banner |
| Rigid-face sky sign | Selected opal polycarbonate |
| Front-lit fabricated letters | Selected opal polycarbonate, Corian® or Staron® where suitable |
| Halo-lit or non-illuminated letters | Aluminium or stainless body with accepted backing, face and finish system |
Quote-ready brief
What to send for a fire-rated signage quote
- Sign type: fabricated letters, flex-face lightbox or sky sign
- Outlined artwork, overall dimensions and quantities
- Relevant architectural, fire-engineering or signage specification clause
- Required Group classification and evidence requirements
- Nominated product, colour and thickness if already specified
- Rigid polycarbonate or flex-face requirement for sky signage
- Front-lit, halo-lit or non-illuminated effect where applicable
- Preferred aluminium or stainless steel construction
- Sign location, substrate, mounting and power-entry details
- Consultant approval process, delivery location and target programme
FAQ
Common trade questions about Fire-Rated Signage
What certification supports Heytex Heylite B1?
The white 680 g/m², 0.6 mm coated woven fabric achieved Group Number 1 in AWTA test 20-004463, tested to AS/NZS 3837 in accordance with AS 5637.1-2015. The supplied product must match that documented specification.
Where do you use Heytex Heylite B1?
It is our default fire-rated flex-face material for suitable illuminated lightboxes and sky signs. Cabinet structure, printing, tensioning, illumination and installation remain project-specific.
What option is available for a rigid-face sky sign?
Selected opal polycarbonate can be used where the project requires a rigid illuminated face and the nominated product documentation is accepted for the sign-off.
Can fabricated letters also use Group 1 materials?
Yes. Depending on the design, selected opal polycarbonate, Corian or Staron can be combined with aluminium or stainless steel fabrication.
Does using a Group 1 face certify the complete sign?
Not automatically. Evidence may apply only to the specific face product and tested configuration. The project fire engineer, certifier or building surveyor must determine whether the complete proposed assembly satisfies the project requirement.
Do you certify the fire rating?
No. We fabricate to the accepted material and construction specification and can provide available product documentation. Project compliance and acceptance remain with the nominated fire engineer, certifier or building surveyor.
Available Fabrication Methods
Choose the fabrication method that best suits your project requirements and budget:
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