High-powered, fire-resistant rainscreen option offered by Valcan, known as VitraDual
In the world of modern architecture, the search for a versatile, durable, and safe cladding solution is paramount. Valcan's VitraDual system emerges as a leading contender, offering a comprehensive range of benefits that cater to the demands of contemporary design while ensuring safety, style, and sustainability.
The material strength and thickness options of VitraDual panels are impressive. Available in 2mm and 3mm thicknesses, the 2mm 5754 alloy offers greater strength than its thicker 3mm PPC coated 1050 grade counterparts. This allows for larger spans and potential weight and cost savings, without compromising aesthetics, quality, or safety.
VitraDual's fire performance is truly exceptional, achieving the highest fire rating of A1 to BS EN 13501-1. It has been tested to BS8414-2 fire performance standards for external cladding systems, with compliance to BR135 requirements, making it one of the safest cladding options for fire-risk buildings.
The durability and certification of VitraDual are noteworthy. The 3mm thickness version holds a BBA certificate (#20/5824) that guarantees an external cladding service life of at least 30 years, demonstrating its long-term durability.
Design versatility is another key strength of VitraDual. It can be custom-designed into a wide range of shapes and dimensions, and is also capable of being perforated or curved, allowing architects flexibility in creative façade design.
Load safety is another area where VitraDual excels. Successfully tested to CWCT standards at a safety loading of 3600pa in both cassette fix and rivet fix using the VitraFix subframe system, VitraDual ensures structural reliability under high wind or load conditions.
The aesthetic range of VitraDual is vast, with an unlimited colour range available. This enables tailored visual design options for architects and designers.
VitraDual panels are sleek, flat, and available in a wide range of finishes, including solid colours, metallics, chromatics, stone, and wood effects. The panels' micro-porous surface repels dirt and allows easy cleaning.
Lightweight and rigid, VitraDual typically weighs just 8.13 kg/m2 for a 3mm panel. It is manufactured from marine-grade 5754 aluminium and classified A1 in accordance with BS EN 13501-1.
The VitraDual system comes with a warranty of up to 30 years, which is transferable upon application. It is also part of Valcan's VitraVerse, a complete cladding solution that includes fire barriers, breather membranes, and subframe systems. The integrated approach of the VitraVerse system simplifies specification and installation.
In summary, the key features of Valcan's VitraDual aluminium cladding for modern architectural facades include its high strength-to-weight ratio, exceptional fire safety, design flexibility, and long service life. These attributes contribute to safer, more cost-effective, and architecturally dynamic building envelopes. For those seeking a premium, non-combustible rainscreen solution, VitraDual is an ideal choice.
For those interested in exploring the benefits of VitraDual, samples and consultations can be requested from Valcan.
Architects can utilize VitraDual's extensive range of design options and customizable shapes to create dynamic and visually appealing building façades, merging style and creativity with the requirements of modern architecture. Given its superior environmental credentials, the use of technology in the production of VitraDual panels results in a sustainable and eco-friendly cladding solution that is suitable for a wide array of weather conditions.
