Channahon, Illinois – February 17, 2026) — VALTO Engineered Materials (“VALTO”), a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality fiberglass reinforced panels (“FRP”), has introduced GLASBOND with an ASTM E84 Class A Fire Performance rating for its revolutionary peel-and-stick panel and trim profile system. Class A per ASTM E84 is the highest fire-resistance rating requirement, common on many assembly and institutional occupancies where FRP is specified, including hospitals and schools.
As an innovator with a 70-year legacy in engineered composite materials, VALTO introduced GLASBOND in 2025. The first-ever prefabricated adhesive-backed FRP hygienic wall solution enables installation up to 60% faster than traditional FRP. GLASBOND redefines installation by making application faster and cleaner, a significant advantage given market-wide labor shortages.
The Class A GLASBOND product enables contractors to service a broader range of commercial, healthcare, and other projects with strict coding standards that mandate superior fire resistance, while still delivering the labor-saving, fast installation, durability, and low-maintenance benefits of GLASBOND.
“Robust sales, positive contractor feedback, and industry recognition confirm that the market has embraced the time and labor savings benefits of GLASBOND,” said Matt Shields, Vice President for Building Products at VALTO. “We’re continuing to build on the success of this next-generation product.”
Industry accolades for GLASBOND include recognition in the 2025 BLT Built Design Awards and a “Top 75 Products of 2025” designation from Building Design+Construction magazine.
At launch, GLASBOND’s next-generation technology featured a pebbled finish and Class C fire resistance. Since the successful product launch, product specifications have been updated to include several new substrates, a smooth-finish option, and now, an enhanced Class A fire rated product. Additional product developments are planned for 2026 to offer greater versatility and convenience.
Contractors report that GLASBOND’s easy installation process delivers significant time and labor cost savings, while maintaining the same exceptional qualities as traditional VALTO products, including its protective Surfaseal® finish for superior durability, moisture resistance, and ease of cleaning. Visit https://valtoem.com/frp-wall-panels/products/glasbond/ to learn more and read contractor case studies.
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