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Find the Right StoPanel System for You

Our approach to panelized construction offers many benefits over traditional precast panels. StoPanels are lightweight, energy efficient, durable and require only a fraction of the typical installation time.

Available StoPanel Systems

Classic ci Panel Cutaway

Classic ci

This lightweight prefabricated panel is both energy efficient and durable, with continuous insulation and StoGuard waterproof air barrier standard. Versatile Sto finishes allow for almost any design aesthetic.

Classic NExT ci Panel Cutaway

Classic NExT ci

This panel uses the same tried and tested components as the StoPanel Classic ci assembly, but adds vertically notched adhesive, drainage wedges, and weeps.

Impact ci Panel Cutaway

Impact ci

Sto’s Premier panel system includes all the benefits of the Classic NExT panel system, with the addition of self-cleaning properties of Stolit Lotusan textured finish and high impact resistance that meets Miami-Dade small and large missile impact requirements.

XPS ci Panel Cutaway

XPS ci

This lightweight prefabricated panel is a decorative and protective exterior wall cladding that provides superior air and weather tightness along with excellent thermal performance and durability by incorporating extruded insulation within the panel assembly.

Brick ci Panel Cutaway

Brick ci

StoPanel Brick ci is a lightweight, energy efficient prefabricated exterior wall panel with a continuous air and moisture barrier, exterior insulation as an option, and a variety of thin veneers such as thin brick; all at a fraction of the weight of conventional thick brick/or other thick veneers.

Precast ci Panel Cutaway

Precast ci

StoPanel Precast ci is a lightweight, energy efficient pre-fabricated exterior wall panel with a continuous air & moisture barrier, exterior insulation and a variety of integral decorative & protective finish options to replicate precast concrete; all at a fraction of the weight of precast concrete.

Metal ci Panel Cutaway

Metal ci

Metal panel construction at a lower cost, with StoGuard waterproof air barrier and exterior insulation standard.

Backup Panel Cutaway

Backup

StoPanel Backup is the starting point for all StoPanel cladding options. consisting of cold formed steel, glass-mat faced gypsum sheathing and StoGuard air and moisture barrier. StoPanel Backup is the backbone of StoPanel technology.

Dri-Design Panel Cutaway

Dri-Design

StoPanel Dri-Design® system features a continuous air & moisture barrier, exterior insulation and fully customizable, unlimited design option. Plus, Dri-Design panels are easy to install and built to the highest industry standards. With Dri-Design the creative possibilities are endless.

Swisspearl Panel Cutaway

Swisspearl

StoPanel Swisspearl® system is a unique fiber cement panel system that offers design flexibility, functionality and innovation with rainscreen design benefits that adds lasting weather protection and superior value.exterior insulation standard.

Key Features


STANDARDIZED PROCESS Consultation and review by building science experts deliver the highest level of quality assurance and code compliance.


PRE-ASSEMBLED PANELS Rapid onsite installation, requiring no scaffolding and reduced manpower, can significantly cut project costs.


LIGHTWEIGHT ASSEMBLIES Rapid onsite installation, requiring no scaffolding and reduced manpower to significantly cut project costs.


DUAL-SEAL TECHNOLOGY Two layers of weather protection provide backup for the designed performance.


CONTINUOUS INSULATION Enhances energy efficiency, lowers structural weight, and minimizes thermal bridging.


SINGLE SOURCE WARRANTY All panels come with a standard, industry exclusive five-year performance guarantee.


FINISHES Choose from our wide variety of industry leading specialty and standard finishes.


STO COLOR COLLECTIONS Our color collections offer full creative design freedom and can help develop color concepts for your project.


Von Maur Department Store Panel Lift
VON MAUR DEPARTMENT STORE | Kentwood, MI
Panel Install Family Fare Supermarket
FAMILY FARE SUPERMARKET | Wyoming, MI
Panel Install Western Michigan University
WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY | Kalamazoo, MI

Which System is Right for You?

Panel SystemsWeight (psf)Sto Dual Seal TechnologyStoGuard Air BarrierContinuous InsulationSto Material Warranty
StoPanel Classic ci8-10StandardStandardStandardYes
StoPanel Classic NExT ci8-10Standard StandardStandardYes
Stopanel Impact ci8-10StandardStandardStandardYes
StoPanel XPS ci8-10StandardStandardStandardYes
StoPanel Precast ci20-25StandardStandardStandardYes
StoPanel Brick ci (thin)20-25StandardStandardStandardYes
StoPanel Metal ci10-12StandardStandardStandardYes

Competitor Walls

Competitor SystemsWeight (psf)Sto Dual Seal TechnologyStoGuard Air BarrierContinuous InsulationSto Material Warranty
Standard Precast75.0NoNoOptionalNo
Block60-70NoOptionalOptionalNo
Brick Veneer40-50NoOptionalOptionalNo
Glass Curtain Wall8-12NoNoNoNo

Building Code


NFPA 285 & 286 (Types I-IV)

IBC 2009, 2012 and 2015

– Chapter 7: Fire Resistance Rated Construction

– Chapter 16: Structure – Traverse Wind Load Resistance

– Chapter 26: Type I-IV Noncombustible

IECC 2009, 2012 and 2015

– Chapter 4: Continuous Air Barrier

IGCC 2012

– Chapter 4: Continuous Air Barrier

– Section 606

– Alternative Compliance Path: ASHRAE 189.1-2009

Efficiency Standards


Green Building Standards Compliance
– ASHRAE 90.1 – 2007 and 2010
– Section 5: Continuous Air Barrier

Green Building Standards Compliance
– ASHRAE 189.1 – 2009 Normative Appendix B

LEED Eligibility: New Construction (NC) Categories:
– Energy and Atmosphere (EA)
– Materials and Resources (MR)
– Innovation in Design (ID)

Test Protocols


ASTM E330: Structure Pre-set at 50% / 25 psf.

ASTM E283: Air Leakage at 6.24 psf.

ASTM E331: Static Water Resistance – Two hours at 6.24 psf.

ASTM E331: Static Water Pressure – 15 minutes at 8, 10, and 12 psf.

AAMA 501.1 : Dynamic Water Resistance at 12 psf.

ASTM E330: Structure Performance – 100% Design Pressure at 50 psf.

ASTM E330: Structure Performance – 150% Design Pressure at 75 psf.