Metal Cladding has provided coating applications to industries since 1943. The document discusses different types of cladding materials like wood, concrete, stone, and metals. It focuses on metal cladding, noting that metals provide strong and durable protection for buildings while also allowing for aesthetic versatility. Specific metals discussed include aluminum, steel, and copper, outlining their common uses, benefits, and drawbacks for cladding.

1. Since 1943 Metal Cladding has
been providing advanced coating
applications to a wide
variety of industries such as
aerospace, medical, industrial,
military, food processing,
automotive, electronics, plastics,
composites, HVAC coil coating,
compression moulding,
heat transfer, sublimation &
decorative.
Some history……..

2. There are many types of cladding
available, each of which has its
own distinct benefits and
drawbacks. To name a few,
there's wood cladding, concrete
cladding, stone cladding, and
others. Cladding, as a generality, is
used for both protection and
aesthetic purposes, with some
having more of one trait than the
other. For example, wood cladding
is often desirable for certain types
of homes, but is more prone to
rotting or mould than other types
of cladding, such as concrete.
Type of cladding……..

3. Metal cladding is a type of exterior
cladding made of metal. While
composed of a different material,
it performs the same function that
nearly all other types of cladding
do, which is to protect the exterior
or interior of a building. Outside of
structural protection, cladding can
also be used to improve the look of
a building. Metal cladding can be
very useful for both purposes, as
metal in general is typically very
strong and durable, and its wide
variety of types and finishes
provide for aesthetic versatility.
Unlike most other types of
cladding, however, metal
cladding can also be used for
roofing.
Use of cladding……..

4. Aluminium is one of the most
popular options for cladding
purposes. This is primarily because
aluminium, unlike copper or steel,
cannot rust or corrode, making it
highly desirable for homes,
buildings or other structures
located close to an ocean.
Aluminium is also very lightweight,
making it usable for both side
and roof cladding. Also, like most
other metals, it can be painted
nearly any colour. The only
downside is that aluminium is not
as strong as steel and may not
provide the same level of
protection in harsher environments.
Aluminum cladding……..

5. Steel is often desired for its high
strength, but is typically only used
for industrial applications. Most
grades of steel are prone to rust
and typically require regular
maintenance. There are some
grades of steel, however, that are
rust-resistant. One of these is
galvanized steel, which is
incredibly popular for both
cladding and other applications
where long-lasting strength is
required. Other grades, such as
stainless steel, are very similar in this
regard, but are often far more
expensive and typically aren't
employed for cladding purposes.
Steel cladding……..

6. Copper is another type of metal
cladding which is usually used only
for roofs or other finishing work.
While it may provide adequate
protection, it is often chosen for its
aesthetic appeal alone. Copper
starts out as a bright, shiny orange,
but eventually corrodes into a light
green. This colour is highly desirable
for many buildings and is often
chosen solely for that purpose.
From a functional standpoint,
however, copper and other metals
are chosen for sloped roofing
applications because they allow
for snow to slide off easily, unlike
tile or shingles.
Copper cladding……..

7. Diagram showing installation……..

8. Diagram showing installation……..