Antique Framed Print : Waterproof bricks
Framed Photos from Science Photo Library
Waterproof bricks
Waterproof bricks being viewed underwater by their developer, Mario Candor. These bricks have been made from clay that has been modified by adding a styrene acrylic copolymer to alter its properties. The copolymer (Acronals 650) is from the Acronal range by the German company BASF. It makes up 3% of the bricks weight, improving their strength, making them waterproof and removing the need to fire them. The product will be launched in 2003
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Acrylic Brick Building Clay Comedy Engineering German Germany Goggles Humour Material Materials Science Polymer Researcher Weathering Mario
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.4cm x 24.4cm (6.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this hilarious snapshot, we see the brilliant mind behind a groundbreaking invention, Mario Candor, exploring his creation underwater. With a mischievous grin on his face and goggles securely in place, Mario is fully immersed in testing his waterproof bricks. These extraordinary bricks are no ordinary clay structures; they have been revolutionized by adding a special styrene acrylic copolymer called Acronals 650 from BASF. This innovative material constitutes only 3% of the brick's weight but brings about remarkable changes to its properties. Mario's genius engineering has resulted in bricks that boast enhanced strength and durability while eliminating the need for firing them. The addition of Acronals 650 has rendered these bricks completely impervious to water, making them ideal for withstanding even the harshest weathering conditions. As our comedic German researcher dives deeper into the depths of scientific exploration, he showcases how this new materials technology can withstand erosion and remain intact underwater. His playful antics not only demonstrate the effectiveness of these polymer-infused bricks but also add an element of humor to this otherwise serious field. With their launch scheduled for 2003, these waterproof wonders are set to transform traditional building practices. Thanks to Mario Candor's ingenuity and BASF's cutting-edge product range, construction projects around the world will soon benefit from stronger, more resilient structures that laugh in the face of nature's elements.
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