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UNITY TF A2 (Through Fix) Non-Combustible Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding

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Metalline Architectural Fabrications Third party certifications:
  • CWCT Certificate

    CWCT Certificate

    Certificate type

  • BS EN 13501-1

    BS EN 13501-1

    Certificate type

A though-fix / face-fixed non-combustible (A2-fire rated) 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 (A2-fire rated) solid rainscreen panel that is cost effective and easy to install.


Features and benefits:

  • Manufactured from non-combustible material that has an A2 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.
  • Polyester powder-coated finish 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 A2 systems (specified separately) that includes:

  • 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:

Consult manufacturer's technical literature for details.

General information

Color

-

Manufacturer guidance

Extensive range of colours. Consult manufacturer and insert requirements.

Finish

Powder-coated

Anodized

Mill

Galvanized

PVdF

Material

Aluminium

Shape

Rectangle

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, A2-s1, d0.

Finish

Powder coated.

Guidance for specification option:

60 µm.

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.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of product manufacture

United Kingdom

Material

Aluminium

Recyclability

100

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

65 %

Third party certifications

CWCT Certificate

CWCT Certificate

CWCT - Technical Report

CWCT Certificate

CWCT Certificate

CWCT - Testing Report

BS EN 13501-1

BS EN 13501-1

REACTION TO FIRE CLASSIFICATION - UNITY

Literature

Unity A2 TF-01 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-01 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-02 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-02 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-03 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-03 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-04 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-04 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-05 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-05 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-06 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-06 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-07 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-07 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-08 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-08 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-09 Technical Drawing

Unity A2 TF-09 Technical Drawing

Metalline Sustainable Cladding Brochure

Metalline Sustainable Cladding Brochure

Unity Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding - Technical Data Sheet

Unity Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding - Technical Data Sheet

Case studies

BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY

BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY

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