Our world is constantly changing. Especially today, competitiveness is no longer solely a matter of growth and profitability—it also requires social responsibility and a corresponding commitment. For 19 years, CemTrade has successfully met the demands of the global market.

Fibre cement boards for fire protection, façades and shipbuilding are our specialty.

CemTrade responds to increasing complexity through the targeted use of materials that meet the growing requirements of the industrial and construction sectors worldwide through quality, flexibility, resource efficiency and durability: high-quality fibre cement products that have been used for many years in a wide range of building construction and shipbuilding applications.

In manufacturing our Cemval fibre cement boards, we remain committed to proven traditional production principles. At the same time, we continuously monitor and incorporate developments in both materials and manufacturing technologies.

The CemTrade name stands for high-quality fibre cement materials in the following areas:

Industry
For insulation composites, sandwich construction, formwork, shipbuilding and more.

Fire protection
For infill panels, fire doors, cladding, equipment construction, industrial furnace construction and drying systems.

Facades
Including through-coloured and coated façade cladding, as well as sanded or wood-textured fibre cement siding.

Interior Fit-Out
For drywall construction, interior finishing, wet rooms, stud framing and suspended ceilings.

Maximum Safety. Minimum Weight.

With the innovative Cemval Protect L panel, Stadur has developed an exceptionally lightweight yet highly stable solution for sandwich panel applications where fire safety, strength and low weight are essential.

Manufactured by Stadur Nord in Hammah, Germany, the new FB-4 FR sandwich panel provides reliable protection even in demanding applications where fire safety is a critical requirement.

Thanks to its A2-s1 fire classification in accordance with DIN 13501-1, Cemval Protect L is suitable for applications with stringent fire protection requirements, including public buildings such as schools, kindergartens and hospitals.

Lightweight. Non-Combustible. Highly Stable.

Cemval Protect L and Cemval Protect Marine L are non-combustible, silicate-based panels reinforced with health-safe, biologically soluble mineral fibres and natural mineral fillers.
With a remarkably low density of only 290 kg/m³, the panels combine extremely low weight with high mechanical stability – making them an excellent choice wherever weight reduction and safety need to go hand in hand.

Key Benefits

• A2-s1 fire classification in accordance with DIN 13501-1
• Non-combustible panel material
• Extremely lightweight – approx. 290 kg/m³
• High resistance to forced entry
• Exceptional dimensional stability and strength
• Good acoustic insulation properties
• Easy to process using conventional metalworking tools
• Suitable for a wide range of interior and exterior applications

Dimensions

Panel thickness: 15 mm
Standard panel size: 2500 × 1250 mm
Other dimensions and custom sizes are available upon request.

Applications

Cemval Protect L is suitable for a wide range of applications where lightweight construction and high fire protection performance are required, including:
• Public buildings – schools, kindergartens, hospitals and other facilities
• Window infill panels
• Parapet elements
• Partition walls
• Exhibition and trade fair construction
• Door infill panels
• Container construction
• Boat and yacht construction
• And many other applications

Cemval Protect L – Fire Protection Without Compromise

When safety, stability and weight matter, Cemval Protect L offers an effective combination of performance and lightweight construction.

Stadur Produktions GmbH & Co. KG
Ostereichen 2–4
21714 Hammah
Germany
E-mail: stadur@stadur.com

Cemval Protect L – Lightweight Construction. Exceptional Fire Protection.

In public buildings, shopping centres and other high-traffic facilities, reducing potential fire loads is becoming increasingly important. The multi-storey shopping centre shown above is one example of a building equipped with Cemval Protect.

Maximum fire protection – without compromising performance

With its A1 classification as a non-combustible building board, Cemval Protect is an excellent choice for fire-sensitive interior applications. Its consistent use can contribute significantly to reducing the potential fire load of a building and, depending on the individual building design and fire safety concept, may even help reduce the need for additional sprinkler systems.

But fire protection is only one of the many advantages of Cemval Protect.

Exceptional strength and load-bearing capacity

Thanks to its homogeneous composite structure, Cemval Protect is extremely stable and capable of safely carrying high loads. For example, a single 4 mm SPAX drywall screw can achieve a failure load of up to 90 kg – even with a board thickness of only 9 mm. This makes Cemval Protect an ideal solution wherever robust, durable and reliable interior construction is required.

Moisture-resistant and versatile

Cemval Protect is moisture-stable and can therefore be used in demanding environments, including humid areas. The boards can also be tiled directly, making them suitable for applications such as bathrooms, sanitary areas and other moisture-exposed interiors.

WLAN-friendly

Despite its outstanding material properties, Cemval Protect allows WLAN and wireless communication signals to pass through, making it suitable for modern buildings where reliable wireless connectivity is essential.

One board – many possibilities

Whether in commercial, residential or public buildings, Cemval Protect offers a combination of fire protection, strength, moisture resistance and versatility.

Typical applications include:
• Shopping centres
• Schools
• Kindergartens
• Hospitals
• Public buildings
• Commercial properties
• Residential buildings
• High-performance interior construction

For the shipbuilding industry, Cemval Protect is also available as Cemval Protect Marine, with full certification for marine applications.

Product specifications
• Board thicknesses: 4.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm and 12 mm
• Available thickness: up to 18 mm on request
• Standard dimensions: up to 2440 × 1220 mm
• Custom dimensions: available on request

Cemval Protect – built for demanding applications

When fire safety, strength, durability and flexibility matter, Cemval Protect provides a high-performance solution for modern interior construction. Discover more about fire protection with Cemval Protect: Cemval Protect – Fire Protection

A Modern New Build with Individual Character

This detached family home was designed specifically around the individual needs and wishes of its owners.

Breaking away from conventional concepts, the architectural practice Nehmann, Bad Münder, created an exclusive residential design that combines sophisticated architecture with high-quality façade boards and panels.

The distinctive appearance of the house is defined not only by its unusual form, but also by the quality of the materials selected. Traditional building materials such as water-struck bricks, clay roof tiles, slate and locally sourced timber have been combined with modern construction systems – in this case, the Cemval Fassade by CemTrade.

Carefully Designed Down to the Finest Detail

The interior was developed with the same attention to detail. In addition to generous living and utility spaces, the house features a spacious living area with a 360-degree rotating fireplace, an open gallery, a large home office, a hobby room and an unusually generous fully developed basement – a feature that has become increasingly rare in modern residential construction.

The solid roof rafters have been deliberately left visible from the inside. Triple-glazed windows with sliding elements and roller shutters provide an abundance of natural light. The Cemval Fassade was precisely adapted around the partially curved window elements, creating a clean and harmonious transition between the façade cladding and the architecture.

High-Quality Materials and Sophisticated Detailing

The specially steam-cured façade boards, made from through-coloured fibre cement, are mechanically fixed to a timber substructure using acid-resistant V4A stainless-steel screws. A specially designed EPDM joint profile prevents rainwater from entering the construction through capillary action. The screw heads are colour- and gloss-matched to the façade boards, making the fixings virtually invisible.

A Living Surface with Natural Character

The selected Cemval Fassade has a distinctive character. Made partly from natural components, the façade has a naturally varied and non-uniform appearance that responds subtly to changing weather conditions.

Over time, the surface develops a natural patina with a fine mineral marbling, creating a living façade whose appearance evolves with age.

The subtle variation in colour and texture complements the brickwork perfectly, creating a balanced combination of traditional and contemporary materials.

Traditional Craftsmanship Meets Modern Architecture

The brickwork itself reflects traditional craftsmanship. Following an established regional building tradition, the plinth was finished with a soldier-course brick detail, which was also continued along the roof eaves.

The building also incorporates sustainable technologies and makes efficient use of natural resources. An air-source heat pump provides heating, while rainwater harvesting is used for garden irrigation.

Architecture Beyond the Mainstream

Instead of a conventional pitched roof, the architects chose two offset mono-pitch roofs, giving the building its distinctive architectural silhouette.

Facing south towards the terrace, the roof features a particularly generous overhang, extending between approximately 1.5 and 6 metres beyond the building.

This architectural concept is continued through to the garage. Here, too, the combination of brickwork and the selected Cemval Fassade creates a coherent visual language.

The result is a harmonious overall ensemble in which traditional materials, modern architecture and high-quality façade technology come together in a distinctive and timeless design.

The architectural objective of this industrial building renovation was to create a highly energy-efficient, well-insulated complex with a natural appearance, using high-quality façade panels as a key design element.

The owners selected the steam-cured Cemval Fassade by CemTrade in the Stone colour. This façade material is manufactured without fungicides, plasticisers or solvents, it is non-combustible and offers an exceptionally long service life.

Efficient Construction wrapped with a Moisture Resistant Coat

The façade panels were installed as a ventilated rainscreen façade system. This construction principle allows moisture and condensation to be efficiently removed from the building envelope.

Combined with high-performance insulation, the system helps create a comfortable indoor climate that provides pleasant conditions for working and living.

Another benefit of this optimised façade construction is its resistance to moisture-related problems: the ventilated structure helps prevent the conditions that can lead to mould growth.

A Façade with Natural Character

The newly renovated building is not only highly functional – its appearance also sets it apart from conventional industrial architecture.

The naturally varied appearance of the through-coloured Cemval Fassade, combined with subtle changes in colour and texture under different weather conditions, gives the building a distinctive and sophisticated character.

Over time, the natural development of a patina, characteristic of this fibre cement board, can further enhance the stone-like appearance of the surface.

A Distinctive Architectural Statement

The building's monolithic appearance, combined with its substantial tactile quality, makes a strong architectural statement in its own right.

The design boldly combines different façade boards and materials with a high degree of sensitivity and attention to detail. In several areas, conventional construction methods have been replaced by individual detailing solutions, creating a façade that is both distinctive and carefully crafted.

Rather than using the commonly selected powder-coated fixings colour-matched to the façade panels, the owners opted for fixings with polished metal heads.

This deliberate design choice highlights the natural character of the façade and adds subtle metallic accents to the overall appearance.

Natural Materials. Individual Design. Lasting Performance.

The result is a façade renovation that combines energy efficiency, durability and fire safety with a distinctive architectural identity – transforming a functional industrial building into a contemporary and visually engaging environment.

The Fastnachtsmuseum Narrenschopf in the spa gardens of Bad Dürrheim is a popular destination for visitors of all ages and offers much more than an insight into traditional carnival customs.

As the central museum of the Swabian-Alemannic carnival tradition, it presents more than 380 colourful carnival figures across three impressive domed buildings. Visitors can explore the history, background and traditions of this centuries-old cultural heritage through engaging multimedia presentations.

In 2014, the Swabian-Alemannic carnival tradition was included in Germany's National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Art Meets Architecture

The latest art project by painter Jonas Fehlinger now stands in front of the Narrenschopf.

Three striking carnival-themed artworks immediately catch the eye and give visitors a first impression of what awaits them inside this extraordinary domed building.

The art project was created with the kind support of the Schwarzwald-Baar District.

Art on Cemval Fassade Boards

The artworks were painted directly onto Cemval Fassade boards.

Cemval Fassade is a certified, non-combustible and weather-resistant fibre cement board with a high level of frost resistance. Its high-quality surface provides an excellent basis for the precise application of paints and colours, making it particularly suitable for individual artistic and architectural applications.

The combination of a robust, durable façade material and artistic design opens up new possibilities for transforming buildings and façades into distinctive works of art.

Product Specifications

Thicknesses:

• 8 mm
• 12 mm as an alternative

Standard dimensions:

• 2500 × 1250 mm
• 3050 × 1250 mm

Other dimensions and custom-cut sizes are available on request.

Applications

Cemval Fassade is suitable for ventilated rainscreen façade systems as well as commercial, residential and public buildings, including:

• Schools
• Kindergartens
• Hospitals
• Public buildings
• Commercial properties
• Residential buildings

As Cemval Indoor, the material can also be used for interior applications such as design features, wall protection and impact protection.

Photographs: Courtesy of the Fastnachtsmuseum Narrenschopf

Discover Cemval Fassade: Cemval Fassade Boards