How will NFPA 285 affect MCM in 2025?
Cladding Safety with Metal Composite Material (MCM) and NFPA 285-19 Â One of the most talked about points when specifying MCM panels, is NPFA 285 compliance. Fire safety standards are a big concern globally, and understandably so. Since the 1980s, innovative exterior...
The Impact of the 2022 NYC Building Code on Exterior Wall Assemblies: A Proposed Solution
The Challenge: Additional Testing Required by the NYC Building Code. The 2022 NYC Building Code brings with it significant challenges to using aluminum composite material (ACM) in exterior wall assemblies. The new code’s stringent requirements mean that standard...
Explore Top School Cladding Projects
As the school year begins, explore a curated selection of standout school projects designed to inspire. From cutting-edge modern designs to timeless architectural classis, each project showcases the remarkable versatility of metal cladding solutions. 1. East Shore...
Three-Coat vs Two-Coat Paint Systems – what’s the difference?
It can sometimes feel as though we are programmed to think that bigger is better and the more features you have the better a product is. But is that also the case for paint coating systems? We strip back the layers on this topic below to reveal what the differences...
