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The Clean Choice: How Crane Composites' FRP
Panels Enhance Healthcare
Since 1954, Crane Composites, Inc., has been providing the
world with clean, durable composite materials for a variety of
industry applications. The healthcare industry is no exception.
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panels as nothing more than "white bumpy board," Crane
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that offer superior durability, cleanliness and attractive design
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extends far beyond its innovative technologies and high
quality composite materials. The company is also committed
to true partnership with its customers, providing unparalleled
client focus and in-service support to improve the patient
experience and quality of care.

The benefits of FRP
Healthcare organizations require building materials that can
stand up to a high degree of wear and tear-dirt and germs
are only the beginning of the list of concerns. And typical
building materials, like tile or wood, often fall short of the rather
strict needs of healthcare. A few run-ins with a gurney can
leave stainless steel on vinyl wall coverings with unattractive
abrasions or impact damage. Mold and mildew can easily
take hold of traditional woods and painted drywalls. Ceramic
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And, of course, many of these materials are quite expensive
to install and maintain over time.
"Choosing the right material is so important. In waiting areas
and other public areas, there is always the issue of durability.
With wheelchairs and other equipment, wall dings and chips
are problematic. You also want a material that is both attractive
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you start to talk about cleanroom construction, material
and workmanship requirements are even more stringent. All
exposed surfaces must be accessible for cleaning. And those
surfaces must be able to withstand the attack of caustic
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chips that may contaminate the room either."
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offer a material that is easily cleaned and maintained, making
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suitable for cleanroom environments
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