Optima XTR Contour Extruded Rainscreen
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An aluminium extruded rainscreen system available in six distinctive profiles; castellated, plank, concave, trigon, cube and wave with all profiles having at least one variation of the profile.
Application
The XTR 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.
Optima XTR system's installation and backing walls are designed with ease and versatility in mind. Compatible with various types of external insulation and wall constructions, it offers solutions for easy installation. The system’s adjustability, along with the use of wafer head, self-tapping stainless-steel screws, ensures a secure and precise installation.
Description
A tailored extruded profile system, Optima XTR shapes durable aluminium alloy through a die to create six distinctive profiles. Crafted from extruded aluminium 6063-T6, XTR is exceptionally durable ensuring projects maintain integrity over time. Lightweight, highly customisable and cost-effective, Optima XTR brings design visions to life.
Features and benefits:
- Secretly fixed onto an extruded aluminium framework, can install horizontally, vertically and diagonally.
- All profiles can interlock with each other.
- Suitable for all areas, including low-level vulnerable areas due to its superior deflection and impact resistance.
- Lighter than traditional terracotta.
- Mechanical fixings.
- Long lasting aesthetic appeal and durability.
- Ventilation zones behind the panels are often designed to exceed CWCT minimum requirements, considering structural rails and other constraints.
- NBS Specifications available.
Consult the manufacturer to discuss bespoke detail proposals.
General information
Color | Beige Black Blue Bronze Brown |
Finish | Powder-coated Anodized |
Material | Aluminium |
Shape | Rectangle Triangle Square Other |
Length | Bespoke Guidance for specification option: Sizes available on request. |
Width | Bespoke Guidance for specification option: Sizes available on request. |
Height | Bespoke Guidance for specification option: Sizes available on request. |
Warranty description | Manufacturer guidanceDependent on specified finish and location, consult manufacturer. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H92/120 Rainscreen cladding |
Specification data - Drained and back-ventilated rainscreen cladding systems
Thermal insulation | Manufacturer guidanceSupplied by others. Insert requirements or omit. |
Breather membrane | |
Material | Manufacturer guidanceSupplied by others. Insert requirements or omit. |
Fasteners | Manufacturer guidanceSupplied by others. Insert requirements or omit. |
Secondary support structure | Aluminium carrier rails and helping hand brackets. |
Cavity fire barriers | |
Horizontal | Manufacturer guidanceSupplied by others. Insert requirements or omit. |
Vertical | Manufacturer guidanceSupplied by others. Insert requirements or omit. |
Cladding panels | |
Material | Extruded aluminium 6063-T6. |
Panel joints | Secret-fix, recess.Secret-fix, hairline.Manufacturer guidanceThe aluminium planks are connected by an interlocking male and female joint, offering a recess or hairline appearance. |
Reveals | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements or omit. |
System accessories | XTR Lower Expansion. |
Profile | Optima XTR Wave, XTR 100 (200 mm module width). Optima XTR Wave, XTR 101 (200 mm module width). Optima XTR Wave, XTR 102 (200 mm module width). Optima XTR Wave, XTR 104 (102 mm module width). Optima XTR Wave, XTR 103 (60 x 90 mm corner module). Manufacturer guidancePanel profile. |
Finish | Anodized aluminium. Guidance for specification option:
Polyester powder-coated (PPC). Guidance for specification option:
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Configuration | Horizontal. Vertical. Diagonal. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | Europe |
Country of product manufacture | Europe |
Embodied carbonA1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804 | 69.1 kg CO₂ eq/m² Self declared Guidance for specification option: PPC (Polyester Powder Coated) |
Recyclability | 95% Guidance for specification option: According to European Aluminium Association (EAA) 95% of aluminium metal of a building is recycled. Manufacturer guidancePrime aluminium. |
Recycled contentAs 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. |
Literature
Optima XTR System Details
Sotech Company Brochure
Sotech Optima XTR System EPD
Case studies
Bath Court, Birmingham
Imperial 2, Bromley by Bow