Sotech is a leading manufacturer of copper composite material (CCM) rainscreen cladding.
Work with our experienced, technical experts to specify CCM rainscreen cladding on your next project
Established in 1982, Sotech are the sole designers and manufacturers of the Optima range of engineered rainscreen cladding systems. Speak to an expert technical advisor today.
Why choose copper composite material (CCM) rainscreen cladding?
CCM forms a natural green patina, transforming its bright natural finish to a distinguished, classic look.
Provides design flexibility, as the material can be moulded into complex shapes and it is lighter weight than heavy gauge copper.
What makes composite material the ideal choice for rainscreen cladding?
The rise in popularity of composite material as the material of choice for rainscreen cladding has been exponential over recent years; in a recent report by Grand View Research Inc. on the predicted growth in the rainscreen cladding market over the next decade, composite material was the leading material, accounting for over 25% of total market volume in 2014.
But what is composite material, and what makes it such a good specification choice for your project?
Find out in this comprehensive article.
Speak to an expert
If you require advice with design detail, assistance with a specification or to discuss your project in detail contact our technical department who have over 35 years experience in the construction industry. The team is on hand to provide knowledge and support at every stage of your project.
Finishes
At Sotech, we offer bespoke cladding solutions in a range of finishes from RAL coloured Aluminium Composite Materials through to patinated Copper and everything in between.
Below you will find the finishes we have available across our range of exterior rainscreen cladding solutions. For more information please choose your desired finish type.
Speak to an expert
If you require advice with design detail, assistance with a specification or to discuss your project in detail contact our technical department who have over 35 years experience in the construction industry. The team is on hand to provide knowledge and support at every stage of your project.
Don’t take our word for it…
From the very start Sotech’s guidance on material selection, setting parameters and assistance with detailing helped to achieve the design intent while meeting all the standards of the Centre for Window and Cladding Technology.
Not only were we impressed with the accuracy of the system but Sotech’s approach to sub-structure and building tolerances were invaluable on a project where panel alignment, both horizontally and vert ically, was critical.
Together with the installer and the envelope specialist Lakesmere, Sotech certainly delivered on its promise of creating a cladding package that looks fantastic and will stand the test of time.”
Seymour Harris Architecture
“Having worked with Sotech on a number of projects,we have found the team’s advice on manufactur ing capability, fixing and finishing options invaluable to the design process.
They have a determination to follow architectural detail whilst providing robust and proven solutions that also look fantastic.”
Ellis Williams Architects
One of the keys to the success of the project was the early introduction of the best subcontractors available to us in the market. Those who we knew could deliver the Client and Design Team’s aspirations, provide us with excellent technical support and rigorous commercial advice.
As ever the development, design and procurement process was exceptionally well managed and efficiently and sensitively delivered through each work stage, to completion and beyond.
Hamiltons Architects
Sotech’s commitment to authentic engineering capability has been witnessed over several years in the testing of products as they are being developed.
From the earliest Optima TFC designs tested at BRE, Garston for wind serviceability and safety, air permeability and water penetration for Erie Basin, Manchester project.
All certificates are available on request.
Speak to an expert
If you require advice with design detail, assistance with a specification or to discuss your project in detail contact our technical department who have over 35 years experience in the construction industry. The team is on hand to provide knowledge and support at every stage of your project.
