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Optima FC+ Rainscreen Cladding (Secret Fix)

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Sotech Ltd Third party certifications:
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Secret fix hook-on rainscreen features a slide and lock adjustment mechanism for carrier rail hooks, allowing on-site locking, reducing lead times. CWCT and fire tested system.

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Application

The Optima FC+ secret fix system is designed for a wide range of architectural cladding applications. Its versatility and innovative features make it suitable for both commercial and residential projects.

Description

The Optima FC+ Rainscreen Cladding System is a sophisticated and cost-effective solution that discreetly elevates traditional secret fix cladding. This system features an innovative slide and lock adjustment mechanism for enhanced secret fix hook on carrier rail hooks.


Features and benefits:


Versatile installation:

  • Enables quick and easy on-site adjustments, facilitating flexible installation with options to fix top down or bottom up, alongside individual panel removal and replacement.
  • On-Site Locking empowers installers to lock carrier rail hooks on-site, streamlining the installation process, reducing lead times, and offering unparalleled flexibility.


Precision fit and finish:

  • 20 mm joints in both vertical and horizontal directions, ensuring a meticulous fit suitable for large and bespoke panel sizes.
  • Accommodates and extensive range of materials and thicknesses (2.0 mm to 4m m) on a single universal carrier, showcasing adaptability to diverse project requirements.
  • Consistent colour for a polished appearance.


Efficient design:

  • Utilizes cutting-edge mechanical fixing methods, eliminating the need to adhesives and providing an authentic A1 and A2 cladding system.
  • Drained and ventilated system consist of a labyrinth-jointed series of panels that creates a weather shield in front of a primary structure.
  • Engineered to integrate seamlessly with other building façade elements.
  • Seamlessly integrates with Siderise OCSI products, offering a comprehensive and cohesive cladding solution.


Certificates and compliance:

  • Independently tested and certified by Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT) for rainscreen cladding, ensuring the highest standards of quality.
  • Rigorously fire tested to BS 8414-2:2015 standards and classified to BR135 for high-rise buildings, offering a robust and secure cladding solution.
  • Compliant to NHBC requirements.
  • Consult Sotech for bespoke detail proposals .


Euroclass A1 and A2-s1d0 materials:

  • Offers a full spectrum of Euroclass A1 and A2-s1,d0 panel materials, ranging from 2 mm to 4 mm.


Support and fixing system:

  • Fully adjustable cleats and carrier profile system.
  • 'Hands-free' lining and levelling facility for cladding zones (100-380 mm).
  • Panels fixed with colour-coated, self-tapping stainless steel screws.


Elevate your cladding experience with Sotech's Optima FC+ Rainscreen System, a harmonious blend of innovation, versatility, and reliability.


General information

Color

Beige

Black

Blue

Bronze

Brown

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Finish

Anodized

Copper

Brushed

Bright

Brass

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Material

Aluminium

Stainless steel

Steel

Bronze

Brass

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Shape

Square

Guidance for specification option:

Standard rectangular and square flat panels.

Rectangle

Guidance for specification option:

Standard rectangular and flat panels.

Triangle

Guidance for specification option:

Available on request.

Other

Guidance for specification option:

Other bespoke shapes such as specialist curving as requested.

Manufacturer guidance

Shapes provided by Sotech.

Length

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Sizes available on request

Manufacturer guidance

Sizes available on request

Width

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Sizes available on request

Manufacturer guidance

Sizes available on request

Height

Bespoke

Guidance for specification option:

Sizes available for request

Manufacturer guidance

Sizes available for request

Warranty description

-

Manufacturer guidance

Dependent on specified finish and material; consult manufacturer.

Uniclass

Ss_25_20_70_25 Drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding systemsPrimary

CAWS

H92/120 Rainscreen cladding

Specification data - Drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding systems

Thermal insulation

Guidance for specification option:

Full range of bracket zones to accommodate specified thickness of rockwool insulation.

Breather membrane

-

Material

Guidance for specification option:

By installer.

Fasteners

Guidance for specification option:

By installer.

Secondary support structure

FC+ brackets and rails with slide lock adjustment mechanism.

Cavity fire barriers

-

Horizontal

Guidance for specification option:

By others. Siderise tends to be used in our fire tests.

Vertical

Guidance for specification option:

By others. Siderise tends to be used in our fire tests.

Cladding panels

-

Material

Aluminium: 2 mm; precoated PVdf or polyester.

Aluminium: 2 and 3 mm; polyester powder-coated (PPC) to BS 6496.

Aluminium: 2 and 3 mm; anodized (25 micrometre minimum) to BS 3987.

Aluminium: 2 and 3 mm; PVdf 70/30 two-coat system (25 micrometre) to AAMA605.

Aluminium: 2 and 3 mm; PVdf 70/30 three-coat system (40 micrometre) to AAMA605.

Aluminium composite material (ACM A1): 4 mm.

Aluminium composite material (ACM A2): 4 mm.

Copper: 1.5 mm; natural finish, and pre-patinated.

Stainless steel (rigidized): 1.2 and 1.5 mm; natural, polished, or patterned finish.

Weathered zinc.

Panel joints

20 mm recessed joints, vertically and horizontally.

Reveals

Guidance for specification option:

Typical window reveals in standard FC+ details.

System accessories

None.

Column casing.

Coping system.

Corner profile - external.

Corner profile - internal.

Fascia system including bull-nose.

Head profile.

Jamb profile.

Window sill profile.

System thickness

1.2 mm.

1.5 mm.

2 mm.

3 mm.

4 mm.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of material origin

Europe

Guidance for specification option:

One of several places material is sourced.

Manufacturer guidance

Multiple places for material origins.

Country of product manufacture

Europe

Guidance for specification option:

One of several places for manufacture.

Manufacturer guidance

Multiple countries for product manufacture.

Embodied carbon

A1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804

72.6 kg CO₂ eq/m²

Recyclability

95%

Guidance for specification option:

Generally prime aluminium.

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

20 %

Guidance for specification option:

Up to 20% recycled content for aluminium sheet, and up to 75% recycled content for extruded aluminium. These values could vary depending on where the material is sourced.

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Third party certifications

CWCT Certificate

CWCT Certificate

CWCT Certificate of Testing Optima FC+

FPA

FPA

FPA Certificate for Optima FC+

Literature

Optima FC+ Installation Details

Optima FC+ Installation Details

Optima FC+ Hook on Secret Fix System Details

Optima FC+ Hook on Secret Fix System Details

FPA Fire Test Report BS8414-2-2015+A1-2017 for Optima FC+, 3mm Ali PPC

FPA Fire Test Report BS8414-2-2015+A1-2017 for Optima FC+, 3mm Ali PPC

FPA Classification Report - BR135 Optima FC+ System 3mm Ali PPC

FPA Classification Report - BR135 Optima FC+ System 3mm Ali PPC

CWCT Certificate of Sotech Optima FC+

CWCT Certificate of Sotech Optima FC+

Sotech Company Brochure

Sotech Company Brochure

Case studies

UKRRIN, Birmingham University

UKRRIN, Birmingham University

Discovery Quay, Salford

Discovery Quay, Salford

Holiday Inn Hotel, London,

Holiday Inn Hotel, London,

Horizon Heights, Student Accommodation, Liverpool.

Horizon Heights, Student Accommodation, Liverpool.

Kelaty House, Wembley

Kelaty House, Wembley

The Onyx Building, Lancaster Circus, Birmingham

The Onyx Building, Lancaster Circus, Birmingham

Leeds Beckett University, Carnegie School of Sports

Leeds Beckett University, Carnegie School of Sports

Plot C1, English Cities Fund (ECF) New Bailey, Salford

Plot C1, English Cities Fund (ECF) New Bailey, Salford

Premier Inn, Glasgow

Premier Inn, Glasgow

Premier Inn, Milton Keynes

Premier Inn, Milton Keynes

River Street Tower, Manchester

River Street Tower, Manchester

The Core, Science Central

The Core, Science Central

Walthamstow Stadium Redevelopment

Walthamstow Stadium Redevelopment

Lancaster University School of Mathematics

Lancaster University School of Mathematics

PEMC, Nottingham

PEMC, Nottingham

Plot C1, English Cities Fund (ECF), New Bailey, Salford Quays

Plot C1, English Cities Fund (ECF), New Bailey, Salford Quays

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