Transform with
ACM Cladding
Manaco provides top-tier aluminum composite material (ACM) solutions for residential and commercial buildings in the Greater Toronto Area.
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Overview
What is ACM?
Aluminum Composite Material (ACM) is a high-performance, lightweight cladding solution composed of two aluminum sheets bonded to a non-aluminum core. It offers exceptional durability, weather resistance, and aesthetic versatility, making it an ideal choice for modern architectural designs.
Advantages
Why Choose ACM?
ACM stands out due to its rigidity, ease of installation, and variety of finishes. Its ability to withstand harsh weather conditions while maintaining a sleek appearance makes it a preferred material for both residential and commercial cladding applications.
Rigidity and Lightweight
Aesthetic Versatility
Durability and Weather Resistance
Cost-Effective
Project Types
Residential
ACM cladding offers homeowners a way to dramatically improve their home’s exterior without the need for constant upkeep. The material’s versatility in finishes and colors allows for a personalized look that can mimic wood, stone, or metallic textures, providing a modern upgrade to any home.
Project Types
Commercial
ACM cladding delivers both functional and visual benefits. Its robust construction protects against harsh weather, while its sleek appearance enhances the building’s professional image. This makes it an excellent choice for offices, retail spaces, and showrooms aiming to impress clients and customers.
Other Project Types
Specifications
ACM Layers
Top Layer
Clear Top UV Coat
Layer #2
Light Coating
Layer #3
Face Coating
Layer #4
Primer
Layer #5
0.5 mm Aluminum
Core
Polyethylene (PE) or fire-resistant material
Layer #6
0.5 mm Aluminum
Bottom Layer
Anti-corrosive Coating
of modern buildings in urban areas utilize ACM for their exterior finishes
Specifications
ACM Specifications
Below are the specifications of the aluminum composite material (ACM) we supply, designed to meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
Panel Thickness
3mm - 6mm
Core Material
PE or FR Core
Finish Options
Gloss, Matte, Brushed
Fire Ratings
B1, A2
Durability
UV, weather, corrosion resistant
Weight
Approximately 9.8 kg/m²
Width
1220mm, 1250mm, 1500mm
Aluminum Skin Thickness
0.21mm - 0.5mm
Sound Insulation
Rw 25 dB
Thermal Expansion
2.4 mm/m at 100°C temperature change
Specifications
Mounting Systems
At Manaco Cladding, we offer a range of advanced installation systems for ACM cladding, ensuring precision, durability, and aesthetic excellence in every project. Here are the primary systems we use:
Hanging Systems
Male-Female Systems
Riveted Systems
Glued Systems
Tell Us About Your Next Project
Interested in optimizing your design with ACM cladding? Tell us about your project, and our team will offer a comprehensive consultation. We’ll evaluate your design and propose standard, modified, or custom-engineered solutions to achieve your desired outcome.
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Process
We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your project needs and goals. This includes discussing various cladding materials, advanced 3d modeling, estimation, budget, and timeline.
Our expert team collaborates with you to create detailed shop drawings and plans using advanced AutoCAD. This step ensures precision and clarity for the project ahead.
Once the shop drawings are approved, we move to the fabrication stage, where our skilled technicians create the ACM panels with meticulous attention to the detail of its mounting systems.
Finally, our experienced installation team ensures a flawless application of the ACM panels, resulting in a durable and aesthetically pleasing finish.Since the 1980s, as the complexity of buildings began to increase, the field of architecture became
