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Jesmonite vs Ecrylimer | Why Jesmonite is Better

Jesmonite vs Ecrylimer | Why Jesmonite is Better

Jesmonite vs Ecrylimer | Why Jesmonite is Better Frustrated at paying really high prices for Ecrylimer? Wondering what you can use instead of Ecrylimer? Maybe you want to make candle holders without the risk of the holder catching fire! If you’re looking for the highest-quality, eco casting material, then look no further than Jesmonite! Let's be clear, Jesmonite IS NOT an alternative to Ecrylimer - Jesmonite is a far superior product in a different league to Ecrylimer! Want to get creative with Ecrylimer but frustrated by its high prices for small quantities? When it comes to getting creative, you want to spend more time having fun with your designs than...

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'Genesis’ 2020

'Genesis’ 2020

'Genesis’ 2020 Cullity gallery, Perth WA By HGN Design's resident artist, James Dudding. Jesmonite Flex Metal - Brass, Aramid, Stainless steel, servo motor. “100 cast Jesmonite globes are suspended by aramid wires attached to a servo motor. Each globe is finished individually, to represent the ratio of elements that compose a human body. 65 oxygen, 18 Carbon, 10 Hydrogen, 3 Nitrogen and the remainder for the myriad of trace elements. Every human life has this ratio in common. A succinct response to every kind of discrimination.” - James Dudding

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THE LIFE PROJECT (2020)

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THE LIFE PROJECT (2020)

HGN Design were very proud to have collabarated with Simon Youngleson (artist) and Jesmonite Australasia in creating the new public art displayed at City Beach, Perth. Being Australia's most experienced and longest approved Jesmonite manufacturer, along with their expert craftsmanship, HGN Design were the perfect choice for this project. The material specified was Jesmonite AC830 Gres de Barr. “Three figures enjoying the spectacular seascape and delighting in the joy of life.” ‘The Life Project’ is positioned immediately to the north of the City Beach Surf Club in Perth, Western Australia. It features three larger than life human figures, measuring up to three...

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Jesmonite Display at Winchester Cathedral

Jesmonite Display at Winchester Cathedral

One of the great things about Jesmonite is the wide variety of projects it is used for. Aivaf based in Sheffield carried out a project to create a range of stunning new displays at Winchester Cathedral. Aivaf has been in business 30 years creating exhibits all over the world including models, props, full scenic and film sets for visitor attractions like zoos, theme parks and museums. Their aim is to create the ultimate visitor experience. Bruce Davies, managing director of Aivaf, said: “Around Christmas 2018, Aivaf Ltd was commissioned to produce an array of different displays for Winchester Cathedral including...

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Jesmonite Cladding | Canada Water, Project Light

Jesmonite Cladding | Canada Water, Project Light

Canada Water, Project Light This is the largest Jesmonite cladding project to date with approximately 9000m2 of Jesmonite AC730 external cladding panels specified as a lightweight alternative to traditional heavyweight cladding. The ingenious technology behind AC730 allows users and manufacturers to create large scale decorative finishes that offer major weight reductions whilst maintaining high levels of impact resistance and flexibility making AC730 the ideal material for external cladding panels. Architect: MacCreanor Lavington/StockWool Manufacturer: Simplicity Specialist Finishes Ltd

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