MAXPANEL™ Honeycomb Panel
MAXPANEL™ is the ultimate support panel, constructed from an aluminium honeycomb structure designed for use as a structural countertop sub-top. It serves as a safe, formaldehyde-free, and durable alternative to plywood, widely used in the stone and tile industry. The lightweight MAXPANEL™ sub-top is ideal for kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor countertops, offering superior performance for overhangs by eliminating the need for corbels or the hassle of engineering plywood with metal rods.
Crafted from high-strength aluminium, MAXPANEL™ features a strategically engineered honeycomb core, bonded between two rigid skins, providing exceptional strength and rigidity. MAXPANEL™ is available in a variety of sizes and thicknesses to suit different design needs.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES
- Formaldehyde-Free & Mold Resistant: Safe for your health and environment.
- Water-Resistant: Designed to withstand moisture and prevent damage without warping
- Superior Quality, Lightweight Construction: Higher quality and lighter than traditional plywood.
- Larger Panel Sizes: Minimizes material loss and waste.
- Exceptional Rigidity: More than 3x sturdier than plywood, offering unmatched durability.
- Enhanced Support Strength: A 5/8” panel surpasses the load-bearing capacity of 3/4” plywood, eliminating the need for extra supports like steel or corbels.
- Easy to Work With: Effortlessly cut, route, and install with standard tools—use a circular saw, table saw, or jigsaw.
APPLICATIONS
Fabricators
MAXPANEL™ products are designed to make fabricators’ work more efficient.
With MAXPANEL™, installation is easier compared to plywood. Because MAXPANEL™ is significantly stronger, there’s no need to install additional support for long overhangs, saving time, labor, and money.
Thanks to this innovation, fabricators no longer must worry about thin-bodied porcelain, sintered stone, or ultra-compact surfaces breaking during the process, ultimately saving valuable time and costs.
Designers and Architects
MAXPANEL™ opens a wide range of design possibilities that were once unattainable. Thanks to its superior overhang strength, MAXPANEL™ allows for countertop overhangs without the need for corbels or support beams.
By eliminating under-mounted supports, MAXPANEL™ leaves the space beneath the countertop overhang completely open, providing additional room for storage, cabinetry, creative designs, or simply a sleek, modern aesthetic.
Incorporating MAXPANEL™ into any design is effortless, as it functions just like any standard plywood panel but without the need for additional support. Just design to your required dimensions, and MAXPANEL™ integrates seamlessly.
Homeowners
MAXPANEL™ products are engineered to safeguard your investments. When you’ve purchased a premium decorative stone slab, the last thing you want is to risk its integrity.
Installing your new slab on subpar plywood can result in degradation, or worse, breakage. Avoid these risks by choosing MAXPANEL™. It’s stronger, lighter, and just as easy to use and install as plywood. MAXPANEL™ protects your high-end stone, allowing for longer overhangs without additional supports, and is perfect for both indoor and outdoor applications. Plus, MAXPANEL™ is waterproof, eliminating concerns about rotting, outgassing, or the unpleasant odor of wet plywood. Its smooth aluminium finish offers a sanitary, modern look far more appealing than traditional plywood.
Your home deserves the highest level of care and safety, and MAXPANEL™ products are specifically designed to provide that protection.
MAXPANEL™: Versatile & Efficient
MAXPANEL™ is available in large formats to minimize waste and material loss. Choose from a variety of sizes and thicknesses, tailored to meet the needs of any design or project.
| Dimensions | Thickness | Overhang Length | Description |
| 50”x 96” | 1/4″ | – | Aluminium honeycomb with 4mm aluminium skin (painted) and 6mm aluminium skin. |
| 50″ x 118″ | 1/2″ | Up to 12″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 4mm aluminium skin (painted and ready to glue to stone) and a 6mm aluminium skin (to be screwed to cabinet box) |
| 50″ x 118″ | 3/4″ | Up to 16″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 4mm aluminium skin (painted and ready to glue to stone) and a 6mm aluminium skin (to be screwed to cabinet box) |
| 50″ x 118″ | 1″ | Up to 20″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 4mm aluminium skin (painted and ready to glue to stone) and a 6mm aluminium skin (to be screwed to cabinet box) |
| 50″ x 118″ | 1/2″ | Up to 12″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 2mm SPC skins – (one side painted and ready to glue to stone and the other to be screwed to cabinet box) |
| 50”x 96” | 3/4″ | Up to 16″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 2mm SPC skins – (one side painted and ready to glue to stone and the other to be screwed to cabinet box) |
| 50″ x 118″ | 3/4″ | Up to 16″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 2mm SPC skins – (one side painted and ready to glue to stone and the other to be screwed to cabinet box) |
| 50″ x 118″ | 1″ | Up to 20″ | Aluminium honeycomb with 2mm SPC skins – (one side painted and ready to glue to stone and the other to be screwed to cabinet box) |
SAFETY GUIDELINES
The following safety guidelines are to be considered when using MAXPANEL™ products:
- MAXPANEL™ has sharp edges. Wearing cut-resistant gloves is highly recommended when handling MAXPANEL™.
- When cutting MAXPANEL™ panels, eye protection and a mask are highly recommended.
- Always follow best practices for the work being performed.
- Personnel must have appropriate PPE for the work being performed.
DISCLAIMERS
- MAXPANEL™ is not responsible for any results that may occur due to failure to follow the guidelines and recommendations from the supplier.
- MAXPANEL™ is not responsible for any results that may occur due to mishandling or misuse of products for any purpose other than the intended use.
- If using methods, materials, adhesives, or processes other than what is recommended, unpredictable and/or undesirable results may occur.
- Always handle all materials with care.
- For exterior applications, certain stone types, materials, and colors can have unpredictable responses to temperature and weather changes. Ensure outdoor factors are considered when choosing MAXPANEL™ and accessories for your application
