Coating Flexibility: Why Elongation Values Matter
Crazing at the bend line starts with the wrong coating spec. Learn what elongation percentage to look for on technical data sheets before forming aluminum.
Fire-Rated ACM in Type I and II Construction
IBC construction type rules determine which fire-rated ACM assemblies are code-compliant. Learn how IBC Table 1406.2 and NFPA 285 apply to Type I and II.
Warranty Language That Covers Finish and Product Together
Does a metal panel warranty cover the finish and the substrate together? Learn why split documents create claim gaps and what unified coverage means for.
ACM Core Types and What Each One Means for Code
Fire-rated ACM core and standard polyethylene core follow different IBC and NFPA 285 code pathways. Learn how core type drives cladding specification.
In-Situ Repair Coverage: What the Warranty Must Say
Learn what in-situ repair and replacement means in a metal facade warranty and which remedy clauses protect your asset value at year 20 and beyond.