Modern architecture demands materials that combine aesthetic appeal with uncompromising safety and durability standards. ALUCOBOND® PLUS aluminum composite panels deliver this dual promise through innovative engineering and rigorous quality control.
The ALUCOBOND® PLUS system features a patented construction with two 0.5mm aluminum sheets bonded to a mineral-filled fire-retardant core, available in 3mm, 4mm and 6mm thicknesses. This composite structure delivers exceptional performance characteristics:
- Fire Resistance: The 70% mineral-filled core provides superior fire protection, significantly inhibiting flame spread and contributing to building safety.
- Weather Resistance: Manufactured using AlMg 1- NS41 (EN AW 5005A) aluminum alloy with 130 MPa tensile strength and 90 MPa yield strength, the material maintains structural integrity in extreme environmental conditions.
- Corrosion Resistance: The marine-grade 5005 alloy composition offers exceptional resistance to salt spray and humidity, making it ideal for coastal applications.
- Quality Assurance: The manufacturing process exclusively uses virgin core materials, eliminating potential contaminants found in recycled components that could compromise long-term performance.
- Aluminum Sheets: 0.5mm thickness, AlMg 1- NS41 (EN AW 5005A) alloy
- Core Material: Mineral-filled fire-retardant core with 70% mineral content
- Tensile Strength: 130 MPa
- Yield Strength: 90 MPa
- Factory-applied fluorocarbon coatings (PVDF or FEVE) meeting EN13523, ECCA quality label, and AAMA 2605-11 standards
- Chemically cleaned rolled finish on reverse side (unless specified otherwise)
The material offers extensive customization options through multiple color systems:
- Standard color palette
- Chromatic effects collection
- Natural material simulations
- Anodized metal finishes
- Custom color matching (subject to minimum order quantities)
Proper handling procedures ensure optimal performance:
- Panels should be stored horizontally on dry, level surfaces with protective measures against damage
- Specialized cutting, grooving, folding, bending, rolling and edge treatment techniques are recommended
- UV-stable protective films should be removed within three months of exterior installation
The material requires minimal maintenance, with cleaning recommended using warm water and neutral detergents. Abrasive cleaners or solvents should be avoided.
Manufacturing standards prohibit the use of spray-applied coatings, requiring all fluorocarbon finishes to be factory-applied. This ensures consistent quality and long-term performance.
With proper installation and maintenance, ALUCOBOND® PLUS demonstrates exceptional longevity, often serving for decades in architectural applications while maintaining its structural and aesthetic properties.