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UNITY TF A1 (Through Fix) Non-Combustible Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding

Name: UNITY TF A1 (Through Fix) Non-Combustible Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding
Brand: Metalline Architectural Fabrications
SKU: gEBuUzTKszLtuws2FkUjZ

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Metalline Architectural Fabrications

Third party certifications:

CWCT Certificate
Certificate type
BS EN 13501-1
Certificate type

A though-fix / face-fixed non-combustible solid rainscreen panel.

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Application

Suitable for the replacement of non-compliant ACM, HPL and timber cladding.

Description

A though-fix / face-fixed non-combustible solid rainscreen panel that is cost effective and easy to install.

Features and benefits:

Manufactured from non-combustible material that has an A1 classification to BS EN 13501-1.
Developed and manufactured in accordance with CWCT guidelines.
Unity rainscreen panels with associated carriers, bracketry and support systems are designed to allow the correct flow of ventilation and drainage run-off in line with current building regulations.
Available in anodized or pre-coat finishes in an extensive range of colours.
Colour-matched through fixings provide a clean aesthetic finish.
Offers protection to a building’s external facade.
Can be used to enhance the look and feel of both new build and refurbishment projects.
Can be installed horizontally and vertically.
Panels available in lengths up to 6000 mm.
Design assistance available; consult manufacturer for details.

Part of a range of Unity A1 systems (specified separately) that includes:

A floor-to-floor framing system (F2F).
A discrete-fix rainscreen system (DF).
An interlocking rainscreen system (IL).
A secret-fix rainscreen system (SF).
An interlocking plank and soffit system (PS).

Installation:

The Unity A1 non-combustible rainscreen panel is produced using a solid aluminium substrate that can be fitted as either a cassette or as a flat-faced panel fixed onto an appropriately designed support framework.
Rainscreen cladding panel to be fixed to an appropriately designed carrier system.
Carrier rail profile to be fixed to a helping hand or primary support bracket through thermal insulation.
Helping hand support bracket to be fixed to SFS steel wall and cement board with stainless steel fixings (including thermal isolator).
Unity A1 F2F (floor-to-floor framing): Primary support bracket to be fixed back to main structure at every floor level using fixings/anchors which have been designed to withstand the imposed loading.

Consult manufacturer's technical literature for further details.

General information

Color	- Manufacturer guidance Extensive range of colours. Consult manufacturer and insert requirements.
Finish	Anodized Coated Guidance for specification option: Pre-coat.
Material	Aluminium
Shape	Rectangle Hexagon Square Triangle Trapezium
Length	Bespoke
Width	Bespoke
Height	Bespoke

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	Developed and manufactured in accordance with CWCT guidelines.
Thermal insulation	- Manufacturer guidance Insert requriements.
Breather membrane	-
Material	- Manufacturer guidance Insert requirements.
Secondary support structure	CLAD-LINE CL1 Sub-Frame System. Guidance for specification option: Aluminium support system comprising extruded vertical support rails (T/L profiled rails) with adjustable wall attachment brackets to suit cladding zone. CLAD-LINE’s T and L profiled rails are fixed using the CL range of support brackets which provide up to 30 mm adjustment of the rail face. Fixed Point (dead load) brackets are designed to absorb vertical dead loads while the Sliding Point brackets allow for expansion and contraction and are designed to absorb wind loads. CLAD-LINE F2F (Floor to Floor) Sub-Frame System. Guidance for specification option: Floor to floor spanning support system comprising an extruded vertical sheeting rail (Rail Type 1–2 mm face, Rail Type 2–4 mm face), a Primary Angle Bracket, a BS Link Bracket (allowing for up to 30 degree rotation), Link Bracket Fixing Assemblies, a Fixed Point Clip and a Sliding Point Clip (if required). Manufacturer guidance To EN 755, extruded aluminium, 6063/T6 grade alloy.
Cavity fire barriers	-
Horizontal	- Manufacturer guidance Insert requirements.
Vertical	- Manufacturer guidance Insert reuirements.
Cladding panels	-
Material	Aluminium sheets.
Panel joints	Open joints.
Samples required	None. Panel and finish samples. Samples of fixings. Fabrication samples. Mock-up to validate details. Guidance for specification option: Insert required size and details.

Configuration	Horizontal. Vertical. Horizontal and vertical.
Horizontal corner section	Required. Not required.
Panel length	Guidance for specification option: Available up to 6000 mm; insert requirements.
Reaction to fire classification	To BS EN 13501-1, A1.
Finish	Anodized. Coil-coat. Guidance for specification option: 25 micron minimum, gloss level 25/40%.
Colour	- Manufacturer guidance An extensive range of colours available. Consult manufacturer and insert requirements.
Thickness	3 mm.
Joint width	- Manufacturer guidance Insert requirements, 10–20 mm.
Sheeting rails	Continous rails. Individual rails.
Rail material/ finish	To EN 755, extruded aluminium, 6063/T6 grade alloy.