Matrix SFC
Fully drained and back-ventilated rainscreen facade system, with 4 mm aluminium composite material (ACM) cassette panels which are directly fixed onto the Matrix-T aluminium carrier system.
For fixing to an existing inner leaf structural wall.
Only for installation by competent design/ installation contractors.
Please ensure to accommodate for deviations in the primary support structure.
Fully drained and back-ventilated rainscreen facade system, with 4 mm aluminium composite material (ACM) cassette panels which are directly fixed onto the Matrix-T aluminium carrier system.
Features and benefits:
- Allows ventilation and drainage to the cavity in line with standard rainscreen principles.
- Provides an aesthetically pleasing external envelope solution.
- Quick installation.
- Can be adapted to suit specific project requirements.
- Incorporates components such as insulation, membranes, and breakers.
- Available in a range of configurations.
- Suitable for providing the flat panel in large format modular grids.
- Fully tested and accredited to Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT) standards including ‘Standard for walls with ventilated rainscreen’ and ‘Standard for testing of ventilated rainscreen'.
PSP Architectural have passed the following tests which are required by the CWCT for rainscreen systems:
- Wind resistance – serviceability.
- Wind resistance – safety.
- Water tightness – dynamic.
- Water tightness – hose.
- Impact resistance.
Consult manufacturer for further details.
Applications:
For fixing to an existing inner leaf structural wall.
Only for installation by competent design/ installation contractors.
Please ensure to accommodate for deviations in the primary support structure.
| Uniclass 2015 | |
| CAWS | H92/120 Rainscreen cladding |
| Product Reference | PSP Matrix SFC Facade System |
| Design | Insert drawingInsert reference |
| Support | - |
| Primary structure/ substrate | Concrete framingDense concrete blockwork/ brickworkLightweight steel framingStructural steel framingTimber frame |
| Secondary support/ frame | PSP Matrix-T carrier system |
| Panel | - |
| Material | Aluminium Composite Material (ACM) cassette comprising 0.5 mm-thick aluminium inner and outer sheets, bonded each side of a 3 mm thick (A2 fire rated) core |
| Finish | Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) coil coated25 microns; gloss level 20-35%. |
| Vapour control layer (VCL) | - |
| Type | Polyethylene with reinforced high-density polyethylene (HPDE) gridMinimum vapour resistance of 530 MNs/g. |
| Penetrations and abutments | Seal to vapour control layer. If necessary prime substrates to achieve full bond |
| Sheet laps | Not less than 150 mm, seal with tape |
| Sheet tape | - |
| Type | Double sided sealant with vapour resistivity not less than the vapour control sheet |
| Thermal insulation | - |
| Material | Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
| Thickness | Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
| Installation method | Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
| Breather membrane | - |
| Type | Spun bond polypropylene membrane |
| Penetrations and abutments | Attach to breather membrane with tape. Achieve full bond |
| Laps | Not less than 150 mm, bond with tape. Achieve full bond |
| Tape | As recommended by breather membrane manufacturer |
| Joint type | Labyrinth jointsPVC anti-rattle clips required at 1 m maximum centres. No sealants to be used. |
| Cavity fire barrier | Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
| Mechanical fixings | AluminiumCompliant with BS 1474 and BS EN 755. Mild steelTo BS 4190, suitable for galvanizing or other protective coating. Consult manufacturer for details. Stainless steelTo BS EN ISO 3506 grade A2 generally, grade A4 when used in severely corrosive environments. |
| Fasteners | Consult manufacturer for recommendations and insert requirements. |
| Sealant | One part polysulfide to BS 5215One part polyurethaneSilicone to BS 5889Two part polysulfide to BS 4254Two part polyurethane |
| Accessories/ Other requirements | A range of accessories is available. Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements. |
| Standard product features | Aluminium framing sections: Manufactured in accordance with BS 1487, and suitable for the specified finish. Structural members to comply with BS 8118. Thickness:
Joint width: Approximately 20 mm (horizontal and vertical). Air gap: ≥38 mm. |
| Product Options | Design: Required information includes:
Support: - Secondary support/ frame: Includes 3 mm-thick aluminium brackets with 2 mm-thick aluminium vertical ‘T’ and ‘L’ rails, extruded to BS 1474. Panel: - Material: Manufacture controlled by a CNC quality assured process. Has male and female extruded aluminium sections riveted to edges to form secret fixed interlocking joints. - Finish: PVDF coil-coating in a two layer process resulting in a 25 microns thickness in accordance with the ‘Standards of the European Coil Coaters Association’. Vapour control layer (VCL): To be installed with no breaks and minimum joints. Thermal insulation: Exact thickness can be determined by thermal analysis of complete wall build up. Consult manufacturer for details. Breather membrane: Junctions at flashings, sills, and gutters. Overlap and allow free drainage to exterior. |