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Optima® XPC Extruded Plank Rainscreen

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Sotech Ltd Third party certifications:
  • CWCT Certificate

    CWCT Certificate

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An aluminium extrusion plank rainscreen system with set flat face modules of 150mm, 190mm, 200mm, 225mm and 250mm. As well as a 150mm module castellated extruded aluminium plank rainscreen.

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Application

The XPC is secretly fixed onto an extruded aluminium framework, horizontally, vertically or diagonally.


The aluminium planks are connected by an interlocking male and female joint, which offers a recess or hairline appearance.

Description

Robust secret-fix extruded aluminium plank system. Can be used as a ventilation at the base of a wall and the top, some ventilation can be introduced at the cross-plank joints by leaving a gap with the support structure behind to create backup. Comprises a 6063 T6 extruded plank panel, XPC carrier rails 'T&L' and adjustable helping hands brackets.


Features and benefits:

  • Adjustable brackets.
  • Also available in different standard widths; 150 mm, 190mm, 200 mm, 225 mm and 250 mm (to let manufacturer know what width).
  • Recessed or hairline appearance.
  • Secretly fixed onto an extruded aluminium framework, horizontally, vertically and diagonally.
  • Ideal for refurbishments, where space is limited due to adjacent boundary restrictions.
  • Superior deflection and impact resistance.
  • All planks can interlock with each other.
  • Seamless integration.
  • Full range of Euroclass A1 and A2 - s1,d0 panels from 2mm to 4mm.
  • Mechanical fixings
  • Independently tested and certified to CWCT rigorous specification.
  • Compliant to NHBC requirements.
  • NBS Specifications available.


Consult the manufacturer to discuss bespoke detail proposals.

General information

Color

Beige

Black

Blue

Bronze

Brown

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Finish

Anodized

Powder-coated

Material

Aluminium

Shape

Rectangle

Length

Bespoke

Width

Bespoke

Height

Bespoke

Warranty description

-

Manufacturer guidance

Dependent on specified finish and location, 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

System performance

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements.

Thermal insulation

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Breather membrane

-

Material

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Fasteners

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Secondary support structure

XPC carrier rails 'T&L' and adjustable helping hands brackets.

Manufacturer guidance

Consult manufacturer for further details.

Cavity fire barriers

-

Horizontal

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Vertical

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Cladding panels

-

Material

150 mm-wide 6063 T6 aluminium, anodized.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert colour requirements.

150 mm-wide 6063 T6 aluminium, polyester powder-coated.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert colour requirements.

Manufacturer guidance

Planks are 15 mm-deep (2.5 mm thick), and available up to 6400 mm long. Insert requirements or other details e.g. drawing reference or schedule.

Panel joints

Recessed.

Hairline.

Manufacturer guidance

The aluminium planks are connected by a simple interlocking male/female joint, which offers either a recessed or hairline appearance. Consult manufacturer for further details.

Reveals

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Samples required

-

Manufacturer guidance

Insert requirements or omit.

Configuration

Vertical panels.

Horizontal panels.

Diagonal panels.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of material origin

Europe

Country of product manufacture

Europe

Recyclability

-

Manufacturer guidance

Prime aluminium.

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

99 %

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Platform Compatible Version
Revit
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1

IFC
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1

Third party certifications

CWCT Certificate

CWCT Certificate

CWCT Certificate of Testing Optima XPC

Literature

CWCT Certificate for Sotech Optima XPC Extruded Aluminium Plank Rainscreen

CWCT Certificate for Sotech Optima XPC Extruded Aluminium Plank Rainscreen

Optima XPC System Details

Optima XPC System Details

Case studies

Bath Court, Birmingham

Bath Court, Birmingham

Imperial 2, Bromley by Bow

Imperial 2, Bromley by Bow

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