The safety of tall buildings today depends heavily on how well the outside materials stand up to fire. Looks matter a great deal, but nothing beats the need to keep people safe. Architects and builders want something that looks good and, at the same time, will not burn. ALumverde answers that demand by making fire resistance part of the material itself – right from the inside out.
The Necessity of Non-Combustible Design
When a building goes higher than a few stories, fire rules become much stricter. Ordinary materials that work fine on small houses simply cannot meet those rules. Lives and property are at stake, so there is no room for shortcuts.
Differentiating from Traditional Composites
Most people know Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) boards. They give a nice timber look at a fair price, but they catch fire too easily for big projects or tall towers.
ALumverde is also not the same as ordinary Aluminum Composite Panel (ACP) or Aluminum Composite Material (ACM), which caused problems in the past. Instead, it is a fresh kind of aluminum-resin composite that pairs real aluminum with Surlyn resin. The result feels like wood yet keeps the toughness of metal.
ALumverde: A Brief Overview
With more than twenty years of experience in composites, the company took the name ALumverde – “ALum” for aluminum and “verde” for green – because it wants outdoor building products to be kinder to the planet. The main lines are aluminum co-extrusion cladding, decking (Luxeflow Decking and Bi-color Decking), and tube systems. Every piece joins the strength of aluminum with warm, realistic wood finishes.
ALumverde’s Layered Approach to Fire Safety
Fire protection is not painted on or glued later. It is cooked into the product while it is made, using a smart co-extrusion method that forms two tough layers that work together.
Layer One: The Fireproof Aluminum Core
The heart of every ALumverde panel – whether Shiplap Cladding, Slat Cladding, or the Tube series from AC-ST01 to AC-ST06 – is solid aluminum. Aluminum will not burn, so the whole piece stays safe even when flames are close. It is strong without being heavy, and roughly 80% of it comes from recycled metal, which fits the company’s green promise.
Layer Two: Co-Extrusion and Surlyn Resin Armor
A thin but very capable Surlyn resin skin wraps the aluminum completely during the same production run. People call this skin the “Surlyn Armor.” It keeps water, sun, and heat away for decades. At the same time, it carries the deep 3D wood grain that makes the surface look and feel like real timber. Because the resin itself fights heat well, the finished board still earns a full Class A fire rating.
Performance and Application: Achieving Class A Compliance
Tests in certified labs show the combination really works. Flame spread and smoke numbers stay very low, which is exactly what tall-building codes demand.
Double-Structure Engineering for High-Rises
High winds and heavy loads punish tall facades. ALumverde uses a clever double-structure layout that spreads stress and keeps everything steady. For example, the cladding has passed the toughest wind-load and fire tests, so engineers trust it on towers that rise thirty, forty, or more floors. The same Class A rating, proven under ASTM E84, covers balconies and walls alike.
Versatile Products and Customized Solutions
The same fire-safe idea runs through the whole catalog.
- Aluminum Co-Extrusion Cladding: Slat Cladding and Shiplap Cladding come in rich colors such as Teak, Antique Walnut, and IPE. The special finish also cuts surface heat by as much as 30% compared to plain metal panels, so the building stays cooler inside and saves energy.
- Aluminum Co-Extrusion Tube: Builders often choose the 50*30 mm Tube pieces for curved walls because they flex smoothly while maintaining full fire performance. With six standard sizes (AC-ST01 through AC-ST06) and customizable lengths, the system supports a wide range of design possibilities.
- Aluminum Co-Extrusion Decking: LuxeFlow Decking gives high-rise balconies a safe walking surface that cannot burn, complete with built-in drainage channels so water never stands.
Every project is different. That is why ALumverde’s engineers sit down with architects, run the numbers, and adjust profiles or fix details until everything fits perfectly while still carrying the full fire-safe guarantee.
Conclusion
ALumverde has created a true aluminum-resin composite that looks as warm as natural wood but acts like metal when fire threatens. A fireproof aluminum core sits inside, and tough Surlyn Armor seals it outside – both made in one smart production step. The result is Class A fire resistance in every layer, ready for the tall, beautiful, and safe buildings people want tomorrow.
FAQ
Q: How is ALumverde different from WPC and ACP regarding fire safety?
A: ALumverde starts with a solid fireproof aluminum core, so it simply will not burn like WPC. It is also different from older ACP/ACM because the Surlyn skin is co-extruded, not just glued on.
Q: What specific fire rating does ALumverde Cladding achieve?
A: It reaches Class A under ASTM E84 – the highest standard most cities accept for exterior walls and balconies.
Q: What role does the co-extruded Surlyn layer play in fire resistance?
A: The Surlyn Armor stands up to strong heat, blocks UV rays, and sheds water, keeping the whole panel stable and safe for decades.
Q: Can ALumverde provide customized products for projects with unique safety specifications?
A: Yes – the team offers full engineering support and can modify cladding, tube, or decking systems so they meet the exact rules of any job while keeping the fire rating intact.