H31
FAÇADE CLADDING AND
FAÇADE SCREENS
3A COMPOSITES
3A Composites GmbH has developed and marketed high-quality aluminum composite panels, structural composite material, plastic sheets and lightweight foam sheets since 1969 for architecture, visual communication and transport & industry. The company's well-known brands ALUCOBOND®, DIBOND®, ALUCORE®, KAPA® and FOREX®, have established its reputation as a global company.
Following the integration of the Polycasa group in April 2015, 3A Composites GmbH has expanded its product portfolio with a wide selection of plastic sheets to strengthen its position as a diverse and leading manufacturer of materials for display, construction and industrial applications in Europe. 3A Composites GmbH is part of the international 3A Composites Group.
The group belongs to the listed company Schweiter Technologies with headquarters in Steinhausen, Switzerland. 3A Composites, previously known as Alcan Composites, has been an independent division of Schweiter Technologies since December 1, 2009 and employs approximately 4,300 employees worldwide.
In addition to the above market segments, 3A Composites focuses with their trademarks AIREX® and BALTEK® on wind energy and the maritime market.
AKOCELL
Address: Aalsmeerderweg 285E
Postal Code: 1432 CN
Place: Aalsmeer
T: 0297 548 168
E: info@akocell.nl
W: www.akocell.nl
THE ALUCOBOND ® PRINCIPLE
WHY USE ALUCOBOND ®?
ALUCOBOND® for ventilated facades combines the characteristics of energy-efficient construction, economic viability and architectural quality. The rear-ventilated construction technique is suitable for creating facades on both new and existing buildings, roof constructions, house style programs and interior applications.
HOW TO BUILD WITH ALUCOBOND ®
With its extensive processing options at an affordable cost, ALUCOBOND® is ideal for realizing unusual projects. It can also be processed directly on the construction site with commercially available tools and can be refined in a variety of ways to give your project a unique look. Thanks to the excellent durability of the composite material, the building can be maintained without major follow-up investments.
PRODUCTS
ALUCOBOND® PLUS
ALUCOBOND® PLUS is a composite panel consisting of two aluminum cover plates and a mineral-filled polymer core. The outstanding properties of this material stimulate one's inspiration and provide architecture with a whole new set of solutions - whether your project is a private residence, a public building, a corporate headquarters and offices, or a commercial or industrial complex - or if your organization does so. Want to Create a new Corporate Design that builds an image - be it gas stations, car showrooms, banks or supermarkets. ALUCOBOND® even offers a multitude of application options in the Transport & Industry sector.
ALUCOBOND® A2
ALUCOBOND® A2 is our non-combustible aluminum composite panel used in architecture and conforms to respective standards worldwide. Thanks to the mineral-filled core, ALUCOBOND® A2 meets the strict requirements of the fire regulations and increases the possibilities for the concept and design of buildings. ALUCOBOND® A2, like all products in the ALUCOBOND® family, allows easy processing, is impact-resistant, break-resistant and weather-resistant and, above all, non-combustible.
ALUCORE®
Unlike conventional honeycomb composite panels, ALUCORE® system components are glued in a continuous process. The material does not become brittle-hard but shows tough and resilient properties and excellent peel strength - the basis for high product quality. Planners, architects and designers appreciate ALUCORE® because it combines high mechanical properties, such as the tensile strength of the cover plates, with excellent workmanship and aesthetic properties.
SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDED IN NBS
NBS SPECIFICATION TEXT ALUCOBOND PLUS
NBS SPECIFICATION TEXT ALUCOBOND A2
FIRE SAFETY
Fire protection regulations for the building envelope can vary greatly from country to country. However, they all share the goal of protecting the people who live in the buildings. Special emphasis is therefore placed on the system concept of the facade. In addition to the safety of the individual building materials, the building as a whole must also be taken into account: wall construction, insulation, substructure, facade material, dimensions, layout, connection technology, etc. - all components and parameters influence the behavior of a building every time a fire occurs breaks out.
Based on our aluminum composite panels, we offer numerous solutions for the renovation and construction of buildings, and thus to enable safe construction options in accordance with the latest regulations. Our facade material ALUCOBOND® has been tested according to EN 13501.1 "Reaction to fire".
This test considers the performance and safety of the product as if it were installed as a system. For a fire-resistant, rear-ventilated facade, we therefore recommend ALUCOBOND® PLUS (EN classes B-s1, d0) or ALUCOBOND® A2 (EN classes A2-s1, d0) in combination with non-combustible mineral insulation.
This combination shows no flame spread or critical temperature rises, and even exceeds the requirements of BR135. This has been proven by four BS8414 large-scale fire tests by the BRE in late 2016 and early 2017.
We also cooperate with national authorities and work at European level to improve fire safety in buildings.
In addition, we offer a comprehensive training concept for facade fire protection. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are aware of the complexities that architects and engineers face when planning the entire facade system.
Our experienced technicians are happy to help you with practical advice and assistance.
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