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Optima IPC interlocking metal cladding panels.
Plank-effect secret fix metal rainscreen system.
The Optima® IPC Interlocking Wall-Plank is a simple, interlocking metal cladding panel.
Features and benefits:
Sotech would be pleased to discuss any bespoke detail proposals.
Support and fixing systems:
A fully adjustable system of cleats and carrier profile offers a 'hands-free' lining and levelling facility for cladding zones from 100–380 mm; Panels are fixed using wafer head, self-tapping stainless steel screws through pre-punched holes
Consult Sotech regarding structural restrictions and constraints relating to panel size, fastener type and frequency of fixings.
Finish | Anodized Natural Powder-coated |
Material | Aluminium Stainless steel Copper Zinc |
Shape | Rectangle |
Width | Bespoke |
Height | Bespoke |
WarrantyDescriptionDependant on the specified finish, consult manufacturer. | - |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H92/120 Rainscreen cladding |
Thermal insulation | Full range of bracket zones to accommodate specified thickness of rockwool insulation. |
Breather membrane | - |
Material | By installer. |
Fasteners | By installer. |
Secondary support structure | IPC bracket and rail system to enable secret fix. |
Cavity fire barriers | - |
Horizontal | By others. |
Vertical | By others. |
Cladding panels | - |
Material | Aluminium: 2 mm; precoated PVdf or polyester.Aluminium: 2 mm polyester powder-coated (PPC) to BS 6496.Aluminium: 2 mm anodized (25 micrometre minimum) to BS 3987.Aluminium: 2 mm PVdf 70/30 two-coat system (25 micrometre) to AAMA605.Aluminium: 2 mm PVdf 70/30 three-coat system (40 micrometre) to AAMA605.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 | Interlocking secret fix, 8–30 mm. |
Reveals | Typical window reveals as IPC system details. |
Samples required | Finish and system samples available. |
System accessories | Column casing.Coping system.Corner profile - external.Corner profile - internal.Fascia system including bull-nose.Head profile.Jamb profile.Window cill profile. |
Thickness | 0.7 mm. 0.09 mm. 1.5 mm. 2 mm. |
Finish | Anodized. Post fabrication coating by quality assured applicators to BS 3987. Refer to Sotech for available anodized, PPC, polyester and PVdf colours. Natural. Polyester powder-coated. Fabrication coating by quality assured applicators to BS 6496. Refer to Sotech for available anodized, PPC, polyester and PVdf colours. PVF2. Precoated PVdf or polyester. Refer to Sotech for available anodized, PPC, polyester and PVdf colours. |
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | Europe |
Country of product manufacture | Europe |
RecyclabilityGenerally prime aluminium. | - |
Recycled content | 99 % |