What is Cladding?
Cladding is a dual-purpose exterior finishing device that resembles a skin or an external non-load bearing sheet. It not only helps to shield the building’s interiors from the elements, but it also makes the exterior decorative and appealing. The suitable Cladding is a cost-effective solution that helps keep buildings weather-tight while also providing thermal insulation and reducing temperature variations inside. It also aids in the enhancement of interior ambience and daylighting. Value, sales capability and safety can be determined by the Cladding. So a wise investment, both short and long-term dividends, can effectively clad your property. More cladding systems are now available on the market than ever. The best suitable choice may take a bit of time, but Cladding is the best way to stamp your style on a property – using creative, intelligent methods.
Why do we need Cladding?
In many ways, the Cladding of any building can help to withstand external/atmospheric impacts in the building, such as:
- To prevent heat, cold, wind, rain, pollution, etc. (direct sun or indirect)
- Provides the exterior façade with thermal insulation and maintains internal heat load
- Set a barrier against hectic urban conditions outside the building to the interior ambience
Wall cladding had previously been seen as a part of visual art, but it has become necessary beyond today’s look. Over the last several years, choices and cladding functions have strengthened. Now, numerous solutions are available to wall cladding manufacturers such as Aluminium Composite Panels, plastic, Metal Composite Panels, vinyl and wood.
ACP panels can deliver a crisp, clean and uncompromising look with superiority in an endless range of shapes and sizes. With ACPs, we can work on many projects, including broad sections of different standard panels, custom panels such as column coverings, curved panels and drill panels. ACP material is known for its high strength, lightweight, durability, colour finishes, and endless design options.
Why is Technical Education Important to Clad ACP Sheets?
Fabrication and Cladding of an ACP involve challenges; time limits, equipment competencies, and excellent craftsmanship. The height of the building and prevailing wind speed is also essential parameters while cladding ACP sheets. While cladding ACPs, certain things need to be taken care of:
- It needs proper fabrication- if ACP is clad in the right way, it looks beautiful and lasts long.
- The thickness, grade, framework, shades, and colour of ACP must all be chosen carefully.
- Correct calculations allow determining which grade or thickness to be used for various kinds of buildings.
- Proper calculation of wind speed is required for ACP cladding to determine the strength of the façade
- Consider incorporating functional features such as automatic smoke vents, fire suppression devices, and material inspection.
Energy-Efficient ACP/Wall Cladding Solution by Aludecor
Aludecor has introduced an excellent solution to clad ACP sheets – Aludecor Systems, to be specific, Male Female Rainscreen System. Rainscreen claddings are external layers that minimize the force of wind-driven water movement. They block the water from entering minor breaches on the surface of a building. By the time the water reaches the “true” exterior wall, it loses drive and the ability to permeate the wall. This protective layer screens the wall from rains, hence the name. Advantages of Aludecor MFR is:
- Great Strength
- Cost Savings
- Quickest Installation
- Durability
- Almost zero maintenance
- Enhanced Aesthetics
- Facilitates Insulation
Aludecor Systems gives you an incredibly smooth and flat surface. This provides the designer with the ability to create long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing facades. At an affordable life-cycle rate, a multi-layered Rainscreen cladding system can easily outperform alternative styles of construction. Check out this video for a technical representation of Aludecor’s Male Female Rain Screen System.
For better assistance on technical training, log on to Aludecor’s website and download Aludecor’s Technical Manual or give us a call at our toll-free number 1800 102 0407.
