ACP (Aluminium composite Panel) also known as ACM (Aluminium Composite Material) is a sandwich panel of two aluminium skins bonded to an extruded core of either Polyethylene or mineral core. We also manufacture MULTISHIELD that has magnetically receptive galvanised steel skins.
The standard skin thickness for fabrication grade Alupanel is 0.3mm (.012 in), while Alupanel Smart features a 0.26mm (.010 in) skin thickness for lighter fabrication projects. For flat applications, A-Lite Digital has a 0.22mm (.009 in) skin and Alupanel Lite products have a skin thickness of 0.2mm (.008 in). Alupanel X (previously Ecopanel), designed for short-term projects, boasts a skin thickness of 0.15mm (.006 in). Alupanel X-Lite is our thinnest panel with a 0.12mm (.005 in) skin. Additionally, our Multishield product offers a steel skin thickness of 0.25mm (.010 in).
Alupanel is available with a 100% recycled Polyethylene (LDPE) core. Currently we also offer an M1 rated calcium carbonate mineral core which offers a higher fire rated core for sign, display and print.
Alupanel has a standard colour range of over 20 colours available, with a gloss finish on one side and matt on the reverse. Subject to MOQ, bespoke finishes are available through our colour-match service.
Alupanel has specialized coatings according to the recommended use for each product. Sign and display panels have Polyester or Polyurethane paint, some with specially developed digital coatings to enhance print results. Subject to MOQ we can also offer alternative paint finishes include HDPE, FEVE and PVDF for longer life sign and display applications.
Silver Brushed Aluminium and painted finishes are guaranteed for internal and external use, as follows, all other brushed colours and mirror finishes have a warranty for internal use only. Alupanel - 5 years, Alupanel Smart - 3 years, Alupanel Lite - 2 years. Alupanel A-Lite - 2 years, Alupanel X and X-Lite - 1 year for internal and external use.
Tested in accordance with EN13501-1, panels with a PE core are class C-s2,d0 . Alupanel A-Lite is also available with an M1 classification in accordance with NF P 92-507. These ratings are for sign, display and print applications and not designed for, or to meet, architectural cladding/facade fire requirements.
Alupanel can be cut on site using standard carpentry tools. Fabrication-grade panels can be folded and formed by using a router or V-groove blade or a CNC and similar cutting equipment. ACP is not suitable for laser cutting.
Some finishes are directional and must therefore be mounted in the same direction to avoid differences in reflectional qualities. The arrows on the film are to help ensure a uniform direction is easily identifiable.
Multipanel UK work with approved distributors in over 40 countries worldwide. To enquire about becoming a distributor, or to find a local stockist, please contact us.
