OPTIMA TFC+ RAINSCREEN
The Optima TFC+ Rainscreen has been developed as an economical alternative to a complete secret fix rainscreen cladding.
The cost effective rainscreen solution requires discreet colour match wafer head fixings in the vertical panel recesses. Superior manufacturing techniques ensure accuracy of panel’s size and form leaving even recesses and cruciform of pristine appearance.
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Benefits of the Optima TFC+ System
- The system has been independently tested and certified to meet CWCT rigorous specification for rainscreen cladding.
- This drained and ventilated system consists of a baffle-jointed series of panels
- Creates a weather shield in front of a primary structure.
- Mechanical fixing methods and no use of adhesives, providing true A1 and A2 cladding systems.
- Discreet fixings in the vertical panel recess, the engineering of the system retains the benefits of a drained and ventilated façade.
- Superior manufacturing techniques ensure there will be no build-up of metal thickness at the cruciform joint.
- Optima TFC+ is engineered to seamlessly integrate with all other building façade elements such as windows, doors and louvres.
- All fixings used in the systems are stainless steel.
- Fire tested to BS8414-2:2015, and classified to BR135 for high rise buildings.
- Full range of Euroclass A1 and A2 – s1,d0 panel materials from 2mm – 4mm
- NBS specifications available tailored to your project.
ANODISED ALUMINIUM
Anodising is an A1 non-combustible finish. It is an electrolytic passivation process used to increase the thickness of the natural oxide layer on the surface of metal parts.
Due to the nature of the anodising process and the tight quality controls on both the aluminium and the surface treatment, anodising has a homogeneous (matching & consistent) appearance.
Colours, textures and patterns can be incorporated in the anodic film, enhancing the natural metallic appearance without affecting the total UV resistance of the rainscreen cladding.
Anodising enhances the natural qualities of aluminium further; it permits a strongly contemporary finish with incomparable corrosion and abrasion resistance.
Aluminium is exceptionally recyclable, requires minimal maintenance and has proven lifetime performance.
Polyester Powder CoatED ALUMINIUM (PPC)
PPC is an A2 limited combustibility finish.
PPC is a type of dry coating, rather than a conventional liquid paint, and is applied to metal rainscreen as a free flowing, dry powder. The powder is applied to rainscreen panels electrostatically and is then cured under heat to allow it to form a ‘skin’. This electrostatic powder process means we can ensure complete coverage of the panels, even on more complex shapes.
Powder Coating can produce a much thicker coating than conventional liquid coating leaving PPC rainscreen cladding with a hard finish. This is much tougher than normal paint and its stong abrasion and corrosion resistance properties make it extremely durable and long lasting.
If you are looking for a finish to make your project stand out PPC is a great specification choice with a range of 200 standard RAL colours and a wide choice of special effects offer a great alternative to anodised aluminium and stone, natural effects and different textures can be used to add a unique touch to your project.
Fire Performance of PPC
Alpolic A1
ALPOLIC® A1 is a non-combustible composite panel. It is currently the only composite panel in the world that is classified to fire standard Euroclass A1 according to DIN EN 13501-1. This means: non-combustible and also no smoke development in case of fire.
ALPOLIC® A1 is easy to process and shape, weather resistant, impact resistant and has a high degree of flatness. The front side is colour-coated with the high-quality fluoropolymer resin LUMIFLONTM (FEVE), making it highly resistant to weathering, UV radiation, corrosion and colour fading.
Alpolic is 100% recyclable, after installation Alpolic saves energy consumption of the building by thermal insulation effect. The air space between the material and backing wall forms a thermal insulation layer and increases the wall systems energy conservation performance.
PRE-PAINT ALUMINIUM
Pre-PAINTED Aluminium is a great choice for large facade cladding projects, tough and hard-wearing.
It is available in a wide choice of colours and surfaces and gives a uniform paint layer and consistent colour minimising shade variation between panels – Euroclass A1 Fire Rating.
In addition to its UV and weather resistance, it is also easy to transform and allows creations of original shapes.
Prepainted metal is the choice for sustainable design, the aluminium coating is an environmentally friendly process and can be recycled without any loss in quality.
ACM A2
ACM A2 is a limited combustible aluminium composite panel.
It is a popular choice from the range of rainscreen cladding materials that we supply, as well as being fully recyclable and consumes low energy the other benefits include including enhanced durability and strength, and a huge variety of attractive finishes.
We’re dedicated to manufacturing our rainscreen cladding systems with the highest quality of materials, which is why we only work with the best suppliers of ACM A2 to bring your project to life.
Minimum quantities may apply, please consult with Sotech for more information and available specifications.
Copper
Copper is an A1 non-combustible material. It is a traditional construction material excelling in durability, malleability and corrosion resistance.
Copper is perfect for architectural cladding, giving a unique aesthetic appearance with low maintenance costs due to a naturally forming, self-protecting patina.
The material is 99.9% recyclable and using only 15% of the energy used in the original manufacture to recycle product.
The material protects itself by developing a patina over time, however patination can be accelerated by a chemical process meaning the material is available in varying shades.
Strong, dimensionally stable, light and low maintenance.
Stainless Steel
The appearance of stainless steel panels is easy to maintain, as the material is highly resistant to atmospheric and pure water environments, it is also 100% recyclable and Euroclass A1 Fire Rating.
Rimex offer Stainless Steel patters that are produced by texturing or rigidizing ferrous and non-ferrous metals, increasing strength in all directions.
Textures diffuse light patterns to produce an optical flatness to sheet metals, eliminating the unwanted oil-canning effect. Deep textured metals resist dents and scratches resulting in low maintenance costs.
Richard Austin Alloys provide a complete range of processing services including surface finishing. Using various techniques we can provide you with grades bright, reflective and highly polished finishes.
Stainless Steel is Euroclass A1 Fire rating, the appearance of stainless steel panels is easy to maintain and 100% recyclable.
Zinc
A traditional construction material excelling in durability, malleability and corrosion resistance due to a naturally forming, self-protecting patina.
Naturally resistance to corrosion and virtually maintenance free as the rinsing effect of rainwater performs this task naturally. Zinc lends itself to both traditional and contemporary design. – Euroclass A1 Fire rating
One of the most unique features of Zinc Composite Material is that it uses the effect of air and the elements to enhance it’s finish; available in a natural blue grey, as well as numerous other shades, ZCM’s pre-weathered finish means that it matures over time as it’s exposed to the outside, and the natural patina that develops means that scratches and imperfections are virtually unnoticeable.
The surface only requires minor cleaning and maintenance over its lifetime.
Learn More…
The Learning Zone plays host to innovative design workshops, CPD seminars and launch events where designers, contractors and material manufacturers can meet, evaluate and review projects and address technical issues at the very start of the design process.
We also have constructed training walls where installation teams can come and familiarise themselves with our Optima Rainscreen Systems, and products can be tried, tested and handled prior to going on site.
IF YOU’RE AN ARCHITECT/DESIGNER
There is a huge range of materials, finishes, colours and design options, offering the specifier an almost limitless choice of products, presented in a practical and convenient way designed to cut research time for the designer and provide an in-depth technical resource.
IF YOU’RE AN INSTALLER:
Experience the range of systems and choice of materials, explore technical solutions to specific problems, iron out design details and gain an understanding of scheduling requirements. All systems can be examined in detail and real-life applications can be rigorously reviewed and tested.
West End Quay, London
Leicester City Football Club Training Ground
One Ashley Road, Ashley Road East
OPTIMA TFC+ Testing
BS 8414-2 refers to the fire performance of external cladding systems and is the test method for non-load bearing external cladding systems fixed to and supported by a structural steel frame.
The BS 8414 test methods were developed by the Building Research Establishment (BRE). They evaluate whether a cladding system subject to fire breaking out of an opening (such as a window) in an external wall, will result in excessive fire spread up the outside of the building and the potential for fire to re-enter at a higher level.
The tests are carried out in specialist laboratories, and are performed on full-scale systems (rather than small-scale samples) incorporating; joints and corner details, fixings, insulation, firebreaks, cavities and other elements of the system construction.
Performance criteria for assessing cladding systems tested using BS 8414 is contained within BR 135 – Fire performance of external thermal insulation for walls of multi-storey buildings. It is important to note that the classification applies solely to the specific external facade system which has been tested.
Any deviations or product substitutions from that which was tested are strictly subject to BS 9414
Sotech Optima TFC+ cladding solid aluminium panels with PPC finish and Rockwool Insulation
BS 8414 – 2- 2015 + A1 – 2017
Optima TFC+ cladding solid aluminium panels with PPC finish and rockwool insulation
Test was in accordance with: BS8414-2:2020
Any deviations or product substitutions from that which was tested are strictly subject to BS 9414
- System/Material: 3mm Aluminium, PPC Finish on Optima TFC+
- Test Report: 102034.002
- Fire Test Performed at: Fire Protection Association, Gloucestershire
- Date test performed: December 2019
- Insulation : Rockwool 180mm DuoSlab insulation
- Sheathing board : 12.5mm Siniat Weather Defence Board
- Bracket : Hilti MFT-MFI-185-L-6.5 or MFT-MFI-180-L-6.5
- Horizontal Cavity Barrier – Siderise RH25G – 90/30 horizontal Fire Barrier Vertical
- Vertical Cavity Barrier – Siderise RV-90/30 vertical cavity barrier
- Cassette Insert – Siderise open state cassette insert (OSCI)
- Carrier Rails – Sotech Optima TFC+ Carrier Rails
- Panel – 3mm PPC Aluminium Optima TFC+ Panel System
Learn More…
The Learning Zone plays host to innovative design workshops, CPD seminars and launch events where designers, contractors and material manufacturers can meet, evaluate and review projects and address technical issues at the very start of the design process.
We also have constructed training walls where installation teams can come and familiarise themselves with our Optima Rainscreen Systems, and products can be tried, tested and handled prior to going on site.
IF YOU’RE AN ARCHITECT/DESIGNER
There is a huge range of materials, finishes, colours and design options, offering the specifier an almost limitless choice of products, presented in a practical and convenient way designed to cut research time for the designer and provide an in-depth technical resource.
IF YOU’RE AN INSTALLER:
Experience the range of systems and choice of materials, explore technical solutions to specific problems, iron out design details and gain an understanding of scheduling requirements. All systems can be examined in detail and real-life applications can be rigorously reviewed and tested.
West End Quay, London
Leicester City Football Club Training Ground
One Ashley Road, Ashley Road East
OPTIMA TFC+ CWCT TESTING
The CWCT ‘Standard for systemised building envelopes’ gives a framework for specifying building envelopes and provides a ‘Specifiers checklist’ showing information that will change from project to project.
This includes:
- Internal and external environment
- Air permeability
- Thermal performance
- Access and safety
- Design life
Tests performed:
Watertightness – dynamic
Wind resistance – serviceability
Wind resistance – safety
Soft body Impact
Hard body impact
SOTECH Optima TFC+
Certificate Number: 2020/99
Fire Test Performed at: Vinci Technology
Date test performed: 24th March 2020
Learn More…
The Learning Zone plays host to innovative design workshops, CPD seminars and launch events where designers, contractors and material manufacturers can meet, evaluate and review projects and address technical issues at the very start of the design process.
We also have constructed training walls where installation teams can come and familiarise themselves with our Optima Rainscreen Systems, and products can be tried, tested and handled prior to going on site.
IF YOU’RE AN ARCHITECT/DESIGNER
There is a huge range of materials, finishes, colours and design options, offering the specifier an almost limitless choice of products, presented in a practical and convenient way designed to cut research time for the designer and provide an in-depth technical resource.
IF YOU’RE AN INSTALLER:
Experience the range of systems and choice of materials, explore technical solutions to specific problems, iron out design details and gain an understanding of scheduling requirements. All systems can be examined in detail and real-life applications can be rigorously reviewed and tested.
West End Quay, London
Leicester City Football Club Training Ground
One Ashley Road, Ashley Road East
Imperial 2, Bromley by Bow
Abbey Place, London
Leicester City Football Club Training Ground
One Ashley Road, Ashley Road East
Science, Engineering & Environment Building, Salford University
Project Vita, Nottingham
Project Medius, Leicester
Nottingham College City Hub
Frederick Douglas Centre, Science Central, Newcastle
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