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PROCESSING AND TECHNICAL DATA
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CONTENTS
TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE

4 General
PANEL DIMENSIONING

5 General
PANEL INSTALLATION

6 General
INFORMATION ON SPECIAL SURFACES

7 Anodised, naturAL, mill-finished surfaces
PROCESSING METHODS

9 Sawing

11 Routing

12 Water jet cutting

12 Punching / shearing

13 Bending
ROUTING AND FOLDING TECHNIQUE

15 General

16 Machines

17 Tools

19 Fabrication of tray panels

21 Fabrication of attica corners 90 in two segments
JOINTING / FIXING TECHNIQUE

24 General

24 Thermal expansion and contraction

25 Drilling / countersinking

26 Riveting

27 Screwing

28 Gluing

31 Clamping
SURFACE TREATMENT

32 General
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

33 General

33 Removal of graffiti
FACADE - STANDARD DESIGNS

35 General
TECHNICAL DATA SHEETS

37 ALUCOBOND A2

38 ALUCOBOND plus

39 ALUCOBOND
INTERNET ADDRESSES, INFORMATION, CREATE THE DIFFERENCE

40 Internet addresses

42 Information

43 Create the difference
Edition2 ALUCOBOND Processing and Technical Data GB
TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE
PANEL DIMENSIONING
General
WHEN DIMENSIONING THE PANELS, THE FOLLOWING SHOULD
To protect ALUCOBOND composite panels against mechanical damages
BE NOTED
and the harmful effects of weather conditions and moisture, the following
Dimensional tolerances
information must be observed:
Thickness 0.2 mm
-- The pallets must be handled carefully during transport and unloading.
Width -0 / +4 mm
1.00 m 1.20 m
Set maximum fork width
Length 1000 4000 mm -0 / +6 mm
(Caution: Do not handle open pallets).

-- Upon delivery the pallets must be examined for any damage due to
Length 4001 8000 mm -0 / +10 mm
transportation and moisture

-- ALUCOBOND panels that have become wet must be dried to avoid
When cutting and routing, the thermal expansion in length of ALUCOBOND
any spots or corrosion forming. Any damage must be reported imme-
must be taken into account to ensure the dimensional accuracy of the
diately and confirmed by the forwarding agent.
components during assembly. We recommend that prior to processing
-- Store the pallets so that they are protected against any wetness
the panels should be stored at room temperature for at least one day.
penetrating due to rain and spray water and avoid any condensation
Pick up the pallet, slightly raise the fork
Trimming
forming (e.g. when transporting cold panels to warmer rooms).

-- Store the pallets stacked one over the other (do not store ALUCOBOND
panels standing vertically) with a maximum of 6 pallets of the same
The panels have to be trimmed:

-- on all sides, to ensure accurate rectangularity and precisely cut edges
format stacked on top of each other (heavy pallets at the bottom).
when using raw edges, such as e.g. with the riveted faade version.
-- Individual panels must be lifted off the pallet by two people holding all
-- on three sides, to ensure accurate rectangularity for further processing.
four corners and not drawn over each other. Carry the panels vertically.
Wear gloves to avoid staining.
-- When stacking panels, nothing should be put in between to avoid
Pick up the complete pallet, do not draw
nor push
The trimming cuts must be taken into account when dimensioning the
panel.
markings.
Anodised contact lines
To ensure perfect functioning of the ALUCOBOND protective film, the
Anodised ALUCOBOND composite panels have contact lines on the
following information should be observed:
short sides - of up to 25 mm width on the front and up to 35 mm width
-- Storage exceeding 6 months should be avoided. Severe temperature
on the back.
fluctuations and exposure to direct sunlight reduce the long-term

durability. In this case the protective film may become very difficult
With panel lengths of more than 3.5 m, contact lines of up to 20 mm width
to remove.
must also be taken into account at the longitudinal edges.
-- Do not mark the protective film with inks (markers), tapes or labels.
Solvent or plasticizer may penetrate the film and affect the lacquered
Panel edges
surface.
Due to the manufacturing process a lateral displacement of the cover
-- Should the protective film partially come off during processing or after
sheets of max. 2 mm is possible at the panel edges.
assembly, dirtied edges can occur in the course of time, which may
be difficult to remove.
-- Remove the protective film as soon as possible after assembly.
P rotective film that remains on the panels for an extended period of
Static calculation of elements

-- For static values, please see the Technical Data Sheets
-- For static tables, please ask for details
exterior exposure may be very difficult to remove.

-- Make sure not to remove the protective film at temperatures below 10C.
PANEL INSTALLATION
WHEN INSTALLING THE PANELS, THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE
Anodised surfaces
NOTED
During the anodising process an artificial oxide layer is produced on the
Assembly direction
aluminium surface. This takes place in a liquid medium with a defined
To avoid possible reflection differences (for metallic, special effect,
bath composition under direct and alternating current.
naturAL, and Spectra colours), we recommend that the composite panels

Protective film with direction arrows
should be installed in the same direction as marked on the protective film.
Anodized aluminum parts are used for a great range of exterior and inte-
Colour variations may occur between panels originating from d ifferent
rior applications due to their corrosion resistance and decorative effect
production batches. To be sure of homogeneous colouring, the total
for. Even over prolonged periods (> 30 years), the layer of oxidation is
requirement for a project should be ordered in one batch, i.e. the front
only minimally reduced and the protective effect of anodically gener-
of a building should be composed of panels of one batch only (see pallet
ated oxide layers is not impaired. These properties, however, are only
label or stamp on the reverse side).
retained for a longer period, if a sufficiently thick oxide layer has been
built up and is well compacted on an aluminium material that is suitable
for anodising. Additionally, the elements must be cleaned in such a way
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that the corrosive impact is also taken into account.
Batch No. on the reverse side
According to DIN 17611, anodised ALUCOBOND and ALUCOBONDplus

composite panels are anodised, semi-finished products made of aluminium
with an anodised layer thickness of at least 20 m for exterior a
pplications.
Batch No. on the pallet label
Quality assurance during the production of the panels according to

DIN EN ISO 9001, ensures a high-quality, final product.
Fixing elements without jamming

Linear expansion coefficient of ALUCOBOND 2.4 mm/m/100C
Bending and folding anodized panels can result in micro cracks and fading
-- The minimum gap depends on the expected expansion of the panel
may occur in that area. If this is not desired, enamelled ALUCOBOND
-- Larger hole diameters in the panel must be taken into account when
anodized look composite panels, whose surfaces comply with the anodiz-
fixing the panel with screws and rivets
ing industry standard EURAS, can be folded or bent without problems.
-- Holes in the panel and in the substructure must be drilled centrically

naturAL surfaces
(use drilling jigs)

-- Distance between panel and rivet head 0.3 mm (use rivet attachment jigs)
3A Composites has introduced an innovative coating ALUCOBONDnaturAL
-- Be careful not to over-tighten the screws on the panel
that permanently preserves the natural, aluminium surface. During
-- Arrange the butt joints of the supporting sections at the panel joints
the rolling process this allows brushed structures to be produced,
to avoid jamming due to opposing thermal expansion
for example, with a clearly higher surface brilliance than we know of

s tainless steel.
Hole in
the substructure
The surface is not only weather-resistant but also insensitive to perspiration (finger prints). Cleaning only need occur in more regular intervals
in highly corrosive environments (e.g. near the coast or in industrial
environments). In most cases, clean water will then be sufficient for
cleaning and will prevent accumulation of salt or any other pollutants.
Owing to the production process, ALUCOBOND naturAL Reflect
SP
SP
SP
produces a slightly iridescent effect in artificial light. Therefore, for interior
SP
Hole in the panel
may be advisable. Due to the high degree of reflection of the underlying
Centrical drilling
FP
FP
FP
applications please inquire a Reflect surface with a modified structure

surface as compared to conventionally pigmented lacquering the
FP
Fixed points and sliding points on the sub structure
coating is exposed to almost double the UV radiation. For this reason,
-- For fixing the supporting sections, pay attention to fixed point holders
the resistance of ALUCOBOND naturAL surfaces is reduced in the case
(FP) and sliding point holders (SP).
of inclined planes and applications between latitudes of 20N and 20S.
-- Joints in the substructure must be taken into account when fi

xing
SP
SP
SP
SP
facade elements. They must not be skipped, i.e. the faade e lements
must not be f i xe d to the lowe r or uppe r suppor ting se ction!
Butt joint of supporting section = panel joint
PROCESSING METHODS
Mill-finished surfaces
Sawing WITH VERTICAL PANEL SAWS
When using ALUCOBOND panels with mill-finished surfaces that are
-- Holz-Her vertical panel saws with routing device
not protected from atmospheric influences through coating or anodising,
When purchasing a new system we recommend the following panel saw:
a variation in the appearance of the aluminium surface must be taken
-- Holz-Her panel saw, PK 1255 ALUCOBOND , with pole-changing
into account.
motor (2 speeds)
Please pay attention: saw blade 250 mm
The untreated, mill-finished aluminium surface on which no decorative

demand should be made, acquires a natural oxide layer; in the course
Retrofitting existing machines
of time the thickness increases to approx. 0.1 m under the influence of
Since 1991 Holz-Her panel saws have been equipped with dustproof
the outer atmosphere.
bearings. On older machines, the saw shaft and the casing cover need to
be exchanged and the routing device newly ordered. Owing to the speed
When coated with reaction products, the surface shows a reduced
regulation from 4,800 to 2,400 rpm, retrofitting to a 2-speed, pole-changing
reflectivity compared to its state when new, i.e. the surface loses its
saw motor will be required.
metallic brilliance taking on a dull, light-grey appearance. This impression

may be intensified when dirt gathers in and on the surface. This graying
When ordering new machines or pole-changing saw motors, and for
constitutes a natural patina.
retrofitting with dustproof bearings, please contact Reich Spezialmaschinen

GmbH directly, stating the year of construction, type and serial number
Whereas the reactions of uncoated aluminium to atmospheric influences
of the machine.
change the appearance of the surface, the stability of the ALUCOBOND

panel is not impaired, as the reactions only have an effect on the panel
surface, and the oxide layer protects the material underneath from any
further corrosion.
It is virtually impossible to clean untreated, aluminium construction parts in
exterior architecture, but this is not necessary as a rule, due to the readily
accepted surface change and also its high resistance to weathering.
The protective film should not be removed until all the necessary work
has been completed. After removal, make sure to wear gloves, as this
will avoid leaving any finger prints that are almost impossible to remove
afterwards.
Vertical panel saw
Striebig vertical panel saws with routing device

When purchasing a new system we recommend the following panel saw:
-- Striebig panel saw, Standard II for ALUCOBOND with 2-speed,
pole-changing motor (please include when ordering)
Please pay attention: saw blade 300 mm
Retrofitting existing machines
Since 1993 Striebig saws have been equipped with dustproof bearings.
On older machines, a dustproof tracing roller bearing flange must be
provided for. Owing to the speed regulation from 4,800 to 2,400 rpm,
retrofitting to a 2-speed, pole-changing saw motor will be required.
PROCESSING METHODS
PROCESSING METHODS
When ordering new machines or pole-changing saw motors and for
-- speed 5,000 rpm (using 2,400 rpm = speed , possible on Striebig
retrofitting to dustproof bearings, please contact Striebig AG directly,
and Holz-Her panel saws with variable speed motors, can prolong the
stating the year of construction, type and serial number of the machine.
blade service life significantly)

-- feed, single cut 25 m/min
DUST EXTRACTOR SYSTEMS FOR CIRCULAR PANEL SAWS
stack cut 20 m/min (3 4 panels)
We recommend a dust extractor with filter shaker for sawing and milling
ALUCOBOND A2 and ALUCOBOND plus, for example:
AL-KO POWER UNIT 200P/250P for ALUCOBOND A2 and
ALUCOBOND plus (mobile system)
-- AL-KO ECO-JET 3A/3A XL (stationary system)
Important when ordering: With ECO-Jet standard systems the connecting
branch is arranged on the right-hand side. Other branch sides please
specify when ordering.
-- SCHUKO Vacomat 200XP (mobile system) with special equipment for
ALUCOBOND A2 (please specify when ordering)
Sketch showing the edge geometry for professional re-sharpening
SAW BLADES FOR CIRCULAR PANEL SAWS
SAWING WITH HAND-HELD CIRCULAR SAWS
Saw blades for ALUCOBOND
Machine
-- carbide tipped circular saw blades, trapezoid/flat tooth
-- For hand-held circular saws, the appropriate cutting speed for

ALUCOBOND processing must be observed:
-- flat teeth 45 chamfered for burr-free edges
-- FESTOOL hand-held circular saw, type TS 55 EB Q-Plus-FS,
-- saw blade = 300 mm for Striebig saw, type Standard II
Tooth geometry trapezoid/flat tooth
t = 72 (for stack cutting),
purchase order No. 181724 (LEUCO)
purchase order No. 10170331 (AKE)
t = 96 (for neat single cuts), purchase order No. 181725 (LEUCO)
With ALUCOBOND plus and ALUCOBOND A2 please pay attention
to the speed reduction!
-- saw blade = 250 mm for Holz-Her saw, type PK 1255 ALUCOBOND
t = 60 (for stack cutting),
purchase order No. 181726 (LEUCO)
Tools are not included in the scope of supply. Please order separately:
-- FESTOOL carbide tipped saw blade, trapezoid/flat tooth, rake angle
t = 80 (for neat single cuts), purchase order No. 181727 (LEUCO)
positive, saw blade 160 mm, t = 48, purchase order No. 496308
-- bore = 30 mm
- tooth thickness 3.2 mm
-- clearance angle 15
- rake angle 10 positive
Sawing WITH JIG SAWS

Machine
-- speed 5,000 rpm

Stack cutting
speed 2,000 5,200 rpm
Use hand-held jigsaws with pendulum stroke

Saw blades for ALUCOBOND plus and ALUCOBOND A2
-- carbide tipped circular saw blades, trapezoid/flat tooth
Tools ALUCOBOND
-- flat teeth 45 chamfered
Saw blades for wood and plastics, tooth pitch = 2.5 mm for precision cuts,
-- saw blade = 300 mm for Striebig saw, type Standard II
e.g. Bosch saw blade T101B
-- diamond saw blade = 300 mm

-- saw blade = 250 mm for Holz-Her saw, type PK 1255 ALUCOBOND

Tools ALUCOBOND plus and ALUCOBOND A2

Saw blades for aluminium, tooth pitch = 2 mm, e.g. FESTOOL saw blade
Jig saw blades
HS 60/2 bi
-- diamond saw blade = 250 mm

ROUTING
ALUCOBOND can be easily routed on conventional routing machines
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-- bore = 30 mm
- tooth thickness 3.2 mm
and CNC machining centres. To avoid pressure marks on the surface,
-- t = 72 ( = 300 mm)
- clearance angle 15
please use plastic or wood vice jaws when chucking the work-pieces.
-- t = 60 ( = 250 mm)
- rake angle 10 positive
Preferably use vacuum tables with MDF boards as sacrificial boards.
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PROCESSING METHODS
PROCESSING METHODS
Carbide tipped cutters suitable for aluminium and plastics are also
die for single punching. Multi-station machines are more economical.
suitable for ALUCOBOND . Perfect cuts are produced, e.g. under the
After punching, the flatness will possibly require further processing.
following conditions: feed 5 m/min., speed 24,000 rpm.
Cutter
with
Cutter
with
right-hand
twist
right-hand
twist
Cutter
Cutter
with
with
right-hand
right-hand
twist
twist
deflection of
cover sheet
min. 4 mm
punch
die
d
fe e
ed
ed
fe e
fe
fe
waste
waste
go-side
go-side
Scheren
min. 4 mm
clearance 0.1 mm
Punching tray panels
work-piece
work-piece
go-side
go-side
Shearing
ALUCOBOND can be sheared with a conventional guillotine. A shearing
angle of 1,5 and minimum clearance (paper test) are the prerequisites
work-piece
work-piece
Single flute cutter with right-hand twist
Panel = work-piece, feed in clockwise

direction
waste
waste
Cut shape = work-piece, feed in anticlockwise direction
for the best possible quality of the cut.
Punching holes
To prevent damage to the cover sheet, it is appropriate to provide the

down-holders of the guillotine with protective rubber pads.
Suitable cutters for contour cutting of ALUCOBOND :
Important: Cutting or shearing ALUCOBOND panels for applications
-- Single flute cutter, series F113 (GIS )
where cut edges are visible (e.g. riveted facades) is not suitable for
-- solid carbide metal
decorative requirements.
-- right-hand twist
-- polished flute
BENDING
ALUCOBOND can be formed by conventional metal fabrication methods.
(1)
(2)
Water jet cutting
Certain specific points should be noted relating to the multilayer structure
Cut abrasively when using a water jet cutting machine. Pre-drilling of
combining materials of different properties:
the panels is necessary when starting the cut in the middle of a panel
-- the minimum bending radius is for
as it is not possible to drill through with the water jet. For clean cut
ALUCOBOND , ALUCOBOND plus
edges, the routing method should preferably be used.
ALUCOBOND A2
r = 25 x d
ALUCOBOND naturAL
r=>
_ 60mm
ALUCOBOND naturAL Reflect
r=>
_ 200mm
(3)
Punching / shearing
(1) ALUCOBOND, (2) ALUCOBONDplus,
(3) ALUCOBOND A2
r = 10 x d
(d = panel thickness)
Punching
ALUCOBOND panels of any thickness can be punched using conventional
The spring-back effect experienced when folding sheet metal is larger
sheet metal punching machines. For clean cuts use sharp tools and
with ALUCOBOND . For production series a prototype should be made.
dies with minimal cutting clearance (0.1 mm). This cutting process will
cause a slight deflection of the cover sheet.
To prevent the surfaces from being damaged, the protective film must
not be removed during processing. Additionally, the visible surface can
Multi-station machines (Liechtblick)
be protected by using plastic pads of 1 2 mm thickness.
Series punching of, for example, tray panels can be realised efficiently
using multi-station machines.
Attention: When bending ALUCOBOND with an anodised surface, the

bent area is brighter.
Perforating (for interior applications only)

ALUCOBOND panels can be perforated using CNC punching machines.
This is often used for interior and ceiling design. Holes of a minimum
diameter of 4 mm can be punched. The minimum width of web between
Multi-station machine
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hole edges is also 4 mm. The best results will be obtained using a punch
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PROCESSING METHODS

Bending with a roll bending machine
General
ALUCOBOND can be bent using sheet metal roll bending machines
ALUCOBOND composite panels can be shaped by means of a simple
mainly with three and four-roll machines. Please make sure that the
processing technique. This procedure, the routing and folding technique,
feeder does not exert too much pressure.
enables a production of folded elements in different shapes and sizes.
Bending rollers which are also used for bending other metals must be
V- shaped or rectangular grooves are routed on the rear of the
thoroughly cleaned from swarf before processing ALUCOBOND . We
ALUCOBOND panels using disk or end milling cutters, whereby the
recommend ground rollers to avoid damaging the cover sheets.
aluminium cover sheet at the front and part of the polyethylene core
are retained. The small thickness of the remaining material then a llows
Rounded elements and edges (e.g. tray panels) can be bent using special
folding by hand. A brake press is not required. The shape of the groove
roll bending machines. The depth of the edge depends on the radius.
determines the edge radius. The grooves can be produced with a panel
Please ask for details.
saw with routing device for ALUCOBOND , on a CNC machining centre,
Routed / folded elements
with a panel routing machine or a hand routing machine. The routing

and folding technique can be used for composite panels of all standard
surfaces.
Advantages
-- The convincing advantages of the routing and folding technique are:
-- Minimum investment
-- Simple operating technique
-- Folding need not be done in the workshop, it can be done on site; this
means low transport costs
Elements rounded / folded
-- Low-cost manufacture of shaped parts like faade elements, frames,

fascia claddings and roof edgings, corner pieces and many more are
possible
Bending with a roll bending machine
-- Versatile formability
-- Good economy
-- Shapes are not restricted by machine dimensions.
-- Tension-free folding, therefore no buckling in the corner area and thus
Bending with a brake press

protective film
even elements.
ALUCOBOND , like sheet metal, is easily formed with a brake press. The
d
air-bending process is used when forming with a brake press.

The ALUCOBOND panel rests on the edges of the die (rails, U-sections)
and is bent by the punch (tube or shaft). The bending angle is determined
by the width of the die and the stroke of the punch. The die edges should
die
be rounded and smooth.
die width
Bending with a brake press
Groove (V-shaped) for edges up to 135
Rectangular groove for edges up to

180 depending on panel thickness
Not suitable for ALUCOBOND A2
r ~ 2-3mm
r ~ 2-3mm
r = 7mm
Ideal die width:

d
protective film
2 x d + 2 x protective film thickness + punch diameter + 15 mm

The minimum side length of the bent par t should be 5 times the
upper
clamping
cheek
ALUCOBOND thickness.
swivel bar
former
Groove (V-shaped) for edges up to 90
Bending with a folding machine

When working with folding machines, the panel to be bent is clamped
upper
clamping
cheek
Bending with a folding machine
between two cheeks. The projecting edge is bent around the upper
clamping cheek or former using the movable swivel bar. The bending
radius is determined by interchangeable formers attached to the upper
Important: With ALUCOBOND with anodised surface and ALUCOBOND with naturAL Reflect surface, the
clamping cheek.
formation of micro-cracks leads to brightening in the edges.

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MACHINES FOR ROUTING AND FOLDING TECHNIQUE

Vertical panel saws with routing device for routing ALUCOBOND
MACHINES FOR ROUTING AND FOLDING TECHNIQUE
Festool panel routing machine PF 1200 E-Plus ALUCOBOND
(special accessory)
Supplied with:
-- Holz-Her vertical panel saw, PK 1255 ALUCOBOND
-- Tracing roller for 4 mm
-- Striebig, vertical panel saw, Standard II for composite panels
-- Cutter disk for V-grooves 90

-- Adjustment template
Other panel saws with a special routing device can also be supplied or
-- Transport box
retrofitted by the manufacturer. If necessary, the frame has to be raised.

Hand routing machines
For inquiries relating to
Commercially available hand routing machines with a minimum rating
-- new machines with accessory parts for routing ALUCOBOND
of 800 W are suitable.
Panel routing machine PF 1200 E-Plus
-- possible retrofitting of existing machines (stating machine type/No.

and year of construction)
-- accessories such as cutter disks, tracing rollers, etc.
Mobile dust extractors

E.g. Festool mobile dust extractors, types CTM approved for dust class
M for dust with MAK values > 0.1 mg / m for sheet milling machines,
Please contact the manufacturer of the panel saws.
hand routers and hand-held circular saws.
Important: For inquiries and orders, please add for processing
TOOLS FOR ROUTING AND FOLDING TECHNIQUE
ALUCOBOND composite panels.
Carbide tipped disk milling cutters for vertical panel saws

With a nominal panel thickness, the diameters of tracing rollers and
Important:
cutter discs are adjusted so as to leave a residual core thickness of
General information regarding the routing and folding technique
0.3 mm (V-groove) or 1 mm (rectangular groove). The dimensions given
-- Processing temperature: During folding, the ambient and material
in the drawings show the cover panel thickness of 0.5 mm plus the
temperature should not be below 16C (see also DIN EN 1396).
c orresponding residual core thickness.
For ALUCOBOND A2
For inquiries relating to disc milling cutters with indexiable inserts recom-
-- Tracing rollers: Make sure to use tracing rollers with dustproof bearings.
mended for processing ALUCOBOND plus and ALUCOBOND A2 for
-- Speed 2,400 rpm (= speed with panel saws of Striebig and Holz-Her)
Holz-Her panel saws (type PK 1255 ALUCOBOND , number of teeth
-- Feed max. 20 m/min. Pay attention to a constant feed.
= 8, cutter disk outer dia. = 244 mm), please contact Reich, Holz-Her
-- Routing of rectangular groove not possible.
or LEUCO.
CNC machining centres
For ordering disk milling cutters with indexable inserts V-groove 90 and
Series production of ALUCOBOND components can be carried out
V-groove 135 as well as the corresponding tracing rollers for all types
very economically on CNC machining centres.
of Striebig panel saws, please contact Striebig AG.
Depending on the equipment of the machines, various processing steps

can be performed: sawing, milling (routing and folding), contour cutting,
When ordering please state type of panel saw and year of construction.
drilling.
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Carbide tipped disk milling cutters for vertical panel saws
Fabrication of tray panels

Determination of the measures of periphery and routing measures
The measures of periphery and the routing measures are determined on
routing measure
the basis of the drawing measures (final measures). In this case, approx.
1 mm per edge is deducted from the final
approx.
measure.
1 mm
approx.
The total of the1 mm

routing
measures results in the cutting measure. In any case,

final measures
finalthe
measure
routing measure
should be checked using a test strip prior to series production. Then

final measure
the limit stops of the panel saw can be adjusted to obtain elements of
identical sizes.
Determination of the cutting measure
approx.
1 mm
Example ALUCOBOND roof edge:

Total of routing measures = cutting measure = 1292 mm
Disk milling cutter for V-grooves 90
Disk milling cutter for V-grooves 135
Disk milling cutter for rectangular grooves

cut off the complete
milled groove
300 final measure

298 routing measure
cut off the

groove base
routing measure
V-groove
90
punching up
to centre of
milled groove
100 final measure

098 routing measure
For dimensions
relating to tray
panels, please
see examples
Suspended
tray panels
approx.
1 mm
final measure
final measure
50 final measure
49 routing measure
Milling cutters with cylindrical shank for hand routing machines
50 final measure
49 routing measure
approx.
1 mm
800 final measure

798 routing measure
routing measure
approx.
1 mm
Determination of the routing measure
Adjustment of punch depth
300 final measure

298 routing measure
Adjustment of the punching depth when punching corners
routing measure
8
50 final measure
49 routing measure
800 final measure

798 routing measure
In order to obtain perfectly closed tray corners, the machine settings
(~ 0.1 mm).
End milling cutter for V-grooves 90

Carbide tipped cutter No. 491 444 (Festool)
Carbide tipped cutter No. FV09.01.090 (GIS )
Carbide tipped cutter No. 79 803 (KWO)
End milling cutter for V-grooves 135

Carbide tipped cutter No. 491 443 (Festool)
Carbide tipped cutter No. FV09.01.135 (GIS )
Carbide tipped cutter No. 79 804 (KWO)
End milling cutter for rectangular grooves

HSS cutter 10 mm No. 79800(KWO)
HSS cutter 15 mm No. 79801(KWO)
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For clean cuts use sharp tools and dies with minimal cutting clearance
final measure
50 final measure
49 routing measure
indicated in the sketch must be observed.
Minimum double folds
final measure
Bending aids100
098 routing measure
For easy folding of ALUCOBOND , particularly in the case of narrow

folds processed according to the routing and folding technique, we
recommend bending aids that can be produced of ALUCOBOND butt
ALUCOBOND
panel strip
joint sections and panel strips.

-- Butt joint section
Section No. 31343
-- Butt joint section
Section No. 31344
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4mm
6mm
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Folding sequence for fabricating tray panels
Fabrication of attica corners 90 in two segments
(1) Cut V-grooves according to

the above instructions
(2) Fold the narrow side

more than 90
For further examples relating to roof edges and fascia cladding please see the
CD Architecture in detail
Connection of folds, 30 mm,

Section No. 24 569
Example: Determination of the measure of periphery
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242
the triangle
100
100
than 90 and slightly fold
142
90
groove
200
90 groove
5
13
100.4
4 5
20
(3) Fold back to a little more
100
100
100.4
142
ro
ov
e
90 groove
142
100
242
section AA
top view
measure of periphery
(4) Fold the triangle together

with the longitudinal edge
(5) Folding the upper edges

Owing to the pre-stressing
when folding more than 90,
the two edges of the
V-grooves fit tight.
Routing the folding grooves on vertical panel saws
Horizontal adjustment
of saw unit
Secure the element against

tipping by clamping it to
the ALUCOBOND support
1 090 groove (or 135)

2 135 groove
ALUCOBOND support
Bearbeitungschritte
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21
Processing steps
(1) Marking the measures on the

reverse side of the two corner
(4) Routing the grooves parallel to

the cut edges at a distance of
90 groove
parts according to the example

on page 19
30 mm
90 groove
milled groove
90 or 135
90 groove
milled groove
135
(2) Vertical routing of the measures
(5) Notching the folds using a
of periphery
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(3) Precisely cut off the contours
90 notcher
(6) Assembly
along the outer line of the fold
- I n s e r t t h e s e a l i n g t a p e
(centre line of groove + 30 mm
2 x 30 mm made of PE or
fold depth) using a jig saw.
neoprene
When doing so make sure to

clamp together the front sides
of the two corner pieces.
- Connect the t wo corner

milled groove
centre line
pieces in the vertical area

with section 24 569
- Rivet the edging section to
both corner
pieces clamped
together
the folds
- Bend the folds and inclined
parts
- Unfold the corner element
aluminium
blind rivet
section 24 569
- Join the folds in the inclined

area by folding up section
24569 verbinden
- A d d i t i o n a l l y s e c u r e t h e
e lement by screwing the
folds
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General
-- The total expansion must be accounted for when mounting the panels
To avoid any tension occurring in the rivet and screw connections, the
min. 20 mm
rivets and screws must be set tension-free. The bore holes in the panels
must be large enough to allow for the expected thermal expansion. The
linear, thermal expansion of ALUCOBOND is 2.4 mm at a panel length
min.
20 mm
Distances from the edge
on aluminium substructures transverse to the direction of the supporting section.

-- At least the total expansion must be accounted for when mounting on
wooden substructures.
of 1 m and a temperature difference of 100C.

A temperature difference of 10C may be assumed parallel to the direction
According to the general construction regulation approval No. Z-33.2-
of the supporting section, from the front side to the reverse side of the panel
6 of the DIBt (Deutsches Institut fr Bautechnik/German Institute for
in the case of an aluminium substructure, i.e the panel expands with the
Construction Technology) in Berlin, the determination of the temperature
aluminium substructure (see general construction regulation approval No.
difference is based on an assembly temperature of + 20C and the
Z-33.2-6 of the DIBt [Deutsches Institut fr Bautechnik/German Institute
extreme temperatures specified in the building regulations. Regardless
for Construction Technology] in Berlin).
of this, however, a reduced temperature difference of T = 10C may be

expected in the direction of the supporting sections in the case of an
The thermal expansion is calculated as follows
aluminium substructure, if the faade panels and the substructure are
2.4mm x 3 (m) x 0.1 (t =10C) = 0.72mm
in direct contact with each other, i.e. there is no thermal separation.

Drilling jigs (MBE) are used for drilling holes centrically in the ALUCOBOND
panel and for centrically setting the rivet or screw. In the case of visible
fixations and surfaces with high gloss finishes, particular care must be
taken when aligning the substructure and setting the rivets and screws.
Important: The protective film should principally be removed in the area
Overlapping the hole edge
of the rivet or screw head prior to riveting or screwing.
Expansion
Total expansion
Thermal expansion and contraction

Linear thermal
expansion coefficient
T(m/C)
Expansion at 1 m panel
length/width and 50C
temp. difference
~ 70 x 10 -6
3.5mm
24 x 10
-6
1.2 mm
Aluminium
24 x 10 -6
1.2 mm
Steel
12 x 10
-6
0.6 mm
Concrete
12 x 10 -6
0.6 mm
Wood
5 x 10 -6
0.25 mm
Material
PVC
ALUCOBOND
Expansion transverse to the direction of the supporting section and with wooden substructure vertical/horizontal.
Expansion in the direction of the supporting

section (aluminium substructure) accord.
to the general construction regulation approval, factor 0.1 (10C temp. difference)
Drilling / countersinking
Maximum heating of the panel approx. 70C (measured at a black panel

at an air temperature of 40C).
1 m x 3 m panel as an example
Expected heating of the panel max. 70 C
Assumed assembly temperature 20 C
Temperature difference t = 50 C
Calculation
ALUCOBOND can be drilled with twist drills Standardally used for
2.4 mm x 3 (m) x 0.5 ( t = 50 C) = 3.6 mm panel expansion, i.e. half of
aluminium and plastics. The following drills are particularly suitable:
the panel expansion must be expected on the opposite panel edges.
-- Drills with centring-point, e.g. Extreme 2TM HSS - G metal drill
Countersinks are used for countersinking

the hole and for widening larger holes.
DIN 338 of De Walt

-- Stainless steel drills HSS Cobalt DIN 338DIN 338 von Fa. De Walt
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Riveting
THREADED FASTENERS
ALUCOBOND panels can be fastened together or joined to other
Screws on metal substructures
m aterials with rivets common to aluminium constructions.
Commercially available fascia screws that have been approved for
construction, made of stainless steel, with sealing washer (e.g. EJOT,
Top: Conical drilling jig, centre: drilling jig

for hole = 8.5 mm, bottom: rivet attachment jigs for rivet head dia. 11 and 14 mm
mountable on riveting tool AccuBird (MBE )
For outdoor use and for use in areas of high humidity, aluminium blind
SFS Stadler, etc.) are used for metal substructures. The screws must be
rivets with stainless steel mandrels should be used to prevent ugly
suitable for the corresponding substructure (please note the information
c orrosive edges. When using aluminium blind rivets with steel mandrels,
given by the manufacturer).
the mandrel should drop out after riveting (detachable version).

The screws should be tightened with a torque wrench or screwdriver
Countersunk rivets are suitable for indoor use only..
such that the EPDM sealing washer is placed on the panel for sealing
the bore hole without exerting any pressure to the panel. If the sealing
Distance to the edge

min. 15mm
Aluminium
substructure
washer is visibly deformed or if the rubber seal laterally protrudes beneath

the washer, an expansion of the panel is no longer possible which may
result in a slight deflection of the cover sheet around the sealing washer.
5.1
Stainless steel
mandrel
Blind rivet with standard head
Aluminium blind rivet 5 mm

with stainless steel mandrel
Rivet head 11 or 14 mm
Rivet attachment jig for

screwing to the riveting tool
(for fixing ALUCOBOND
panels without jamming)
7.0mm Rivet K11

8.5mm Rivet K14
Drilling jig
Stainless steel
mandre
C o r r e c t s e t t i n g o f f a s c i a s c r ew s :
Sealing washer without deformation the
panel can move under the washer.
Incorrect setting of fascia screws:

The sealing washer is deformed the panel
cannot expand.
Do not use countersunk screws for outdoor

application!
Countersunk rivet (for indoor use only)
EJOT Drilling screws with centring sleeve

Riveting tool
For outdoor use please note:
EJOT drilling screws JT4-FR-2H/6, 4.8 x 22 mm with centring sleeve
-- For outdoor use, aluminium blind rivets are used that have been
are suitable for ALUCOBOND panel thickness 4 mm and aluminium
approved for construction, and have a 5 mm shaft diameter and a rivet
Blind rivet
s ubstructures with a web thickness of 2 mm.
head diameter of 11 or 14 mm.
Rivet
attachment jig
-- Please take the the rmal expansion of the pane l into account
0.3mm
Important: During riveting many factors may

have an influence on the exact t olerance
of the rivets of 0.3 mm (e.g. rivet head
tolerance). Therefore, we recommend that
you make a test on a faade panel. Please
always remove the protective film in the
riveting area prior to riveting.
Screws for fixing SZ 20 and blue clip tray panels on aluminium
(2.4 mm/m/100C). To avoid jamming, the hole in the panel must be
substructures
large enough to allow for the expected expansion.
Fascia screw (1) with Torx head for top-hat section 35953 and supporting
-- With the shaft of the rivet fitting closely to the edge of the hole, the
sections with flange thickness 3 mm, diameter 5.5 6.3 mm, stainless
rivet head must cover over 1 mm of the area surrounding the hole.
steel, with head or stainless steel sealing washer, diameter 14 mm
-- Drilling jigs are used for centrically drilling holes into the panel and
(Z-14.1-537).
the substructure and for centrically setting the rivet.

-- Rivet attachment jigs are used for setting blind rivets without jamming
allowing for a tolerance of 0.3 mm. Make sure to use rivet attachment
EJOT Drilling screws with centring sleeve
For supporting sections with a flange thickness of 2 mm we recommend

the drilling screw EJOT JT4-3H (2), diameter 5.5 mm.
jigs and rivets from the same manufacturer, as the height of the rivet
head according to Din 7337 may vary.
-- The clamping thickness results from the thickness of the material to
Screws for connecting aluminium wall brackets and aluminium

stiffeners
be riveted plus an additional value of 2 mm to ensure that the closing
Drilling screw EJOT JT4-3H/5-5.5x19, diameter 5.5 mm, head diameter
head is perfectly formed. In accordance with this clamping thickness
13 mm, stainless steel (2) or comparable screw (SFS / Mage).
the corresponding shaft length is determined in the tables provided

by the rivet manufacturers (L min. = 14 mm).
(1) Fascia screw
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(2) Drilling screw
27
adhesive tape Sika Tack-Panel or

MBE-Panel-loc
10
adhesive Sika Tack-Panel or

MBE-Panel-loc
12
12
min. 90/100 mm
Screwing on wooden substructures
Fixation of ALUCOBOND by means of gluing
Commercially available fascia screws made of stainless steel are used.
The fixation of ALUCOBOND faade panels using structural sealants
The screws must be suitable for the wooden substructure (please note
is approved by the building authorities:
the information given by the manufacturer). The substructure must

be p re-drilled. Bore holes in the wooden substructure must be drilled
c entrically to the bore holes in the panel using a drilling jig.
supporting section
vertical panel joints
The screws should be tightened such that the screw head sits on the
supporting section
panel area
panel without exerting any torque or pressure on it (preferably using a

cordless screwdriver). With wooden substructures, particular attention
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Planed, glued, laminated timber should be used for the substructure. The
entire surface of the wood must be covered with a non-compressible
Pan head
sealing strip.
adhesive tape Sika Tack-Panel or

MBE-Panel-loc
adhesive Sika Tack-Panel or

MBE-Panel-loc
should be paid to the materials softness.
10
4,84.8
14
12
12
12
min. 90/100 mm
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Bonding ALUCOBOND to stiffeners

-- The fixation of stiffeners using adhesives enables the fabrication of
(4)
tray panels in larger sizes.

-- For mounting faade cladding, the gluing must not be applied as the
sole means of fixation.
15
15
10
(2)
(3)
(1)
(1) ALUCOBOND , (2) Fascia screw 4.8 x 38 K14, (3) Aluminium sealing strip or
EPDM sealing strip, (4) Glued laminated timber, min. 40 x 80 mm
supporting section
panel area
-- Forces acting on the stiffener must be conducted to the substructure

in an appropriate way.
-- If the adhesive should fail, it must be ensured that nobody is e
ndangered
by any falling faade elements.
-- When positioning the stiffeners horizontally, the adhesive must be
Gluing
protected against standing water.
Metal adhesives / universal adhesives, tapes, Velcro tapes

For indoor use, trade fair/exhibition stand structures, mechanical engineering,
-- For bonding mill-finished aluminium stiffeners

to bright-rolled and
12
primed reverse sides of ALUCOBOND panels,

3A Composites GmbH
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etc. commercially available metal/universal adhesives or double-sided
recommends using permanently elastic, structural sealants or double-
adhesive tapes are used according to the particular application.
sided, adhesive tapes.
So-called Velcro tapes are available for detachable joints, e.g. SCOTCH
-- The use of OMEGA sections is recommended.
MATE or Dual Lock (3M).
-- For the products Sika Tack Panel of Sika Chemie, MBE Panel-loc of
MBE GmbH and 3M VHB Structural Cladding Tape W20F, bonding to
Please note:
ALUCOBOND has been approved, thereby taking the corresponding
-- Adhesives or structural sealants do not adhere to the ALUCOBOND core.
processing instructions into consideration.
-- All-over lamination of ALUCOBOND panels (one side) to other materi
als may result in the deformation of the laminates (differing expansion/

bimetal effect).
-- As with mechanical fastening, special care is required when processing
or installing high-gloss and/or dark surfaces.
-- Regarding the application and use of adhesives/tapes, please observe
the manufacturers instructions and regulations.
-- Training has to be carried out in accordance with the building supervision
approvals of the adhesives manufacturers.
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mill-finished
or primed
reverse side
ALUCOBOND
12
5 10
adhesive tape
structural sealant
Type of section
Aluminium stiffeners
Adhesive
-- SikaTack Panel System, one-component - PUR structural sealant,

general national building approval:
Z-36.4-18
-- MBE Panel-loc, MS polymer structural sealant, general national building approval: Z-10.8-350
-- 3M VHB Structural Cladding Tape
W20F, European approval ETA
-10/0149
Cleaning agent
-----
Primer
-- SikaTack-Panel Primer
-- Not required with MBE
-- 3M Primer 94
Adhesive tape,
Thickness 3 mm, width 12 mm
(for fixing the sections to the panels and for ensuring
the precise adhesive thickness)
mill-finished
or primed
reverse side
Faade, tray panels suspended on bolts

U-section 65 / 55 / 2,5
section No. 35953
Sika Aktivator 205

MBE Adhesive Cleaner
3M IPA Cleaner 08986 or
3M Heptane Cleaner
aluminium angle piece 3 mm
-- SikaTack-Panel fitting tape

-- MBE Panel-loc adhesive tape
-- Not required with 3M
aluminium countersunk rivet
adhesive
section No. 35953
mill-finished
or primed
reverse side
ALUCOBOND
10
3MTM VHB TM Structural Cladding Tape W20F
ALUCOBOND
5 10
12
adhesive tape
aluminium countersunk
rivet
structural sealant
double-sided adhesive
adhesive tape
BONDING/FIXING STIFFENERS
Clamp connections
Facade, tray panelsSZ 20
ALUCOBOND elements can be clamped e.g. with double top

mill-finished
or primed
reverse side
hat sections or glass strips, such as with mullion/transom facades.

Please pay attention to the design specifications according to the
c onstruction approval.
holding fixture for
holding fixture
for plate
insert
holding
fixture
for
ALUCOBOND
insert
plate
insert plate
10
L 40/40/2
L 40/40/2
L 40/40/2
The insert plates are
TM Structural
The
insert plates are
3MTM VHBfixed
by bending the Cladding Tape W20F
Thesection
insertby
plates
are the
fixed
bending
nose
fixed
by bending
section
nose the
section nose
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26
Mullion/transom facades
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Double top hat facade
35
40
2635
insertplate
plate
insert
mm
t t==22mm
38 38
26
structural
structural
sealant
sealant
insert plate
t = 2 mm
structural
sealant
40 40
73 73
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SURFACE TREATMENT
LACQUERING MILL-FINISHED ALUCOBOND SURFACES OR PRIMED
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF STOVE-LACQUERED SURFACES
REVERSE SIDES OF ALUCOBOND A2
Expert and regular cleaning not only maintains the aesthetic and
The composition of lacquer coating for ALUCOBOND is basically
representative finish of stove-lacquered surfaces, but also preserves
the same as those for mill-finished aluminium surfaces. However, it is
their value and service life by removing dirt and aggressive deposits
a dvisable to be familiar with coating systems and materials as well as
that are not washed away by rainwater.
working methods for aluminium.

Annual inspection
Lacquer coating on stove-lacquered fluorocarbon surfaces is not possible.
The inspection of roofing and walls should take place at least once a
year. This will depend on local environmental conditions.
Please note:
-- The maximum permissible temperature of the material (ALUCOBOND
Cleaning
panels) must not exceed 70 C when applying fast-drying methods.
Annual cleaning is recommended. The surfaces should be cleaned either
During the drying process at high temperatures the panels must be
manually using a soft brush or by means of a high-pressure cleaner (max.
positioned with great care to prevent deforming.
50 bar) with clean water. If necessary, a mild cleaning agent (pH 6-7)
-- ALUCOBOND cut edges should not be in contact with organic solvents
for a longer period to avoid weakening the bond.
may be added, up to max. 10%. For details please contact your supplier.
Cleaning should take place from top to bottom. After cleaning, rinse
-- ALUCOBOND panels lacquered at a later stage should not be bent
with clean water to remove any cleaning agent residue. Generally, we
or folded. The lacquer in the bends or folds may be damaged due to
r ecommend trying out the cleaning agent on an unobtrusive part of the
the low elasticity of the top coat.
object to be cleaned to check whether the surface appearance is affected.
-- Upon request, we can name you lacquer suppliers who are able to
apply lacquer that can be bent and folded.
-- Only inferior lacquer adhesion can be achieved on core material
Do not clean surfaces heated by the sun (> 40 C) the quick drying
process may cause blemishes!
exposed at cut edges.

-- Please make a test prior to lacquering and follow the instructions of
the lacquer suppliers.
Cleaning agents
For information such as a list of neutral cleaning agents for o rganically
coated aluminium components or addresses of approved cleaning
Further information
c ompanies, please contact
For general information on painting, lacquering and coating of aluminium
Gtegemeinschaft Reinigung von Fassaden e. V. (GRM), www.grm-online.de
we recommend the leaflets on 02, 03, 012, 015 surfaces issued by

Gesamtverband der Aluminiumindustrie e. V. (GDA ), www.aluinfo.de
Please observe the manufacturers cleaning and safety instructions!

Non-suitable cleaning agents
Please do not use highly alkaline cleaning agents such as potassium
hydroxide, sodium carbonate or caustic soda, any strong acid products
or highly abrasive cleaning agents such as household cleaning products
that corrode paint.
Removal of graffiti
As a general rule, the following cleaning steps will enable you to remove
graffiti from stove-lacquered, ALUCOBOND fluorocarbon surfaces.
Preferably, a test should be carried out on a small area first:
1. Remove any coarse particles of dirt with water to prevent the surface
from being scratched during the following cleaning steps. Then wipe
the panels dry.
2. A pply solvents to the sprayed graffiti using cellulose wadding soaked
in a solvent (for suitable solvents please see the list). The solvent is
rubbed in until the sprayed graffiti has largely been dissolved and can
no longer be recognized in its original appearance.
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3. Remove the mixture of lacquer and solvent using dry, cellulose w

adding.
Renew the cellulose wadding, if required.
4. C lean the surface again using clean, cellulose wadding moistened
Tray panels suspended on bolts,

vertical panel layout
with small amounts of solvent until any remaining lacquer has been
removed.
5. T he ALUCOBOND coating then needs to regenerate for at least
24 hours, independent of the cleaning result reached. Owing to the
absorption of solvent, the ALUCOBOND coating is swollen and in
this state it is sensitive to mechanical stress. The swelling is reversible
and has no influence on the long-term stability of the lacquer coating.
6. If there is any remaining paint, steps 2 4 should be repeated, but not
until the lacquered coating has regenerated.
Tray panels blue clip with joints

open to the wind,
General information
horizontal panel layout
After cleaning, traces or shaded parts of the former graffiti are possibly
still visible on the ALUCOBOND coating. This appearance is caused by
organic dyes that can be in the spray paint and are slightly susceptible
to migration. Therefore, cleaning should take place as soon as possible
to prevent the spray paint from migrating. According to experience,
however, these dyes are only slightly lightfast; subsequently, the dye
susceptible to migration is altered and decomposed by solar radiation,
thus causing the shading effect to disappear.
Large areas of graffiti sometimes lead to producing considerable
Tray panels SZ 20,

amounts of cellulose wadding containing residues of solvent and paint.

Larger amounts have to be disposed of properly according to Waste
Code No. 18702.
Attention:
-- The recommended solvents are inflammable!
-- Do not smoke under any circumstances near the solvents or during work!
-- Make sure to allow for good ventilation! Where the exchange of air is
restricted, e.g. pedestrian subways, solvent vapours can accumulate
Danger of explosion!
Riveted / screwed to vertical

supporting sections
Suitable solvents depending on the lacquer quality*)

-- Ethanol (methylated spirits) for slight soiling
-- Hexane (petroleum ether or white spirit)
-- Methyl glycolic acid
-- Graffiti Neumann GmbH DEKONTAMINOL
*) ALUCOBOND has been certified by the laboratories of Dr. Kupfer, Berlin, as having
an anti-graffiti effect that complies with the requirements of the RAL-Gtegemeinschaft
(Quality Assurance Association)
Riveted to T-sections,
closed joints,
vertical / horizontal panel layout
For further information, e.g. cleaning agents or addresses of approved

cleaning companies, please contact:
RALGtegemeinschaft Anti-Graffiti e. V., www.anti-graffiti-verein.de
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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
Riveted to Omega sections,

open joints,
ALUCOBOND A2
Thickness
Standard
Thickness
Unit
3mm
mm
Weight
kg/m
Fabrication width
4mm
0.50
5.9
mm
7.6
1250/1500
Technological values
Bonded to T-sections,
Section modulus (W)
DIN 53293
cm/m
Rigidity (El)
DIN 53293
kNcm/m
Alloy
Temper of cover sheets
Modulus of elasticity
EN 573-3
1.25
1.75
1250
2400
EN AW-5005A (AlMg1)
EN 515
H22/H42
EN 1999 1-1
N/mm
70000
Tensile strength of
cover sheets
EN 485-2
N/mm
R m 130
Proof stress (0.2 %)
EN 485-2
N/mm
R p0.2 90
Elongation
EN 485-2
Linear thermal expansion
A 50 5
2.4mm/m bei 100C
temperature difference
EN 1999 1-1
Core
Clinkered facades,
Mineral compound,
polymer bonded
Surface
Coil Coating. Fluorocarbon (e.g. PVDF)
Lacquering
Gloss (initial value)
EN 13523-2
Pencil hardness
EN 13523-4
30 80
HB F
ISO 354
0.05
Acoustical properties
Screwed tray panel,
Sound absorption
factor ( S)
vertical panel layout
Sound transmission loss (RW )

Loss factor (d)
ISO/DIS 717-1
EN ISO 140-3
dB
EN ISO 6721
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0.004
0.005
Thermal properties
Thermal resistance (R)
DIN 52612
mK/W
0.002
0.002
Thermal conductivity ()
DIN 52612
W/mK
1.99
1.77
Heat transition coefficient

(U)
DIN 4108
W/mK
5.83
5.80
Temperature resistance
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-50 +80
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ALUCOBOND plus
Thickness
ALUCOBOND
Standard
Thickness, cover sheet
Unit
3mm
mm
Weight
kg/m
Fabrication width
4mm
0.50
5.9
mm
Thickness
7.6
1250/1500
Unit
3mm
mm
Weight
4mm
6mm
0.50
kg/m
Fabrication width
4.5
mm
5.5
7.3
1000/1250/1500
Section modulus (W)
DIN 53293
cm/m
Rigidity (El)
DIN 53293
kNcm/m
Alloy
EN 573-3

1.25
1.75
1250
2400
EN AW-5005A (AlMg1)
EN 515
H22/H42
EN 1999 1-1
N/mm
70000
EN 485-2
N/mm
R m 130
EN 485-2
N/mm
R p0.2 90
Elongation
EN 485-2
A 50 5
Tensile strength of
cover sheets
2.4mm/m bei 100C

EN 1999 1-1
Section modulus (W)
DIN 53293
cm/m
Rigidity (El)
DIN 53293
kNcm/m
Alloy
EN 573-3
1.25
1.75
2.75
1250
2400
5900
EN AW-5005A (AlMg1)
EN 515
H22/H42
EN 1999 1-1
N/mm
70000
EN 485-2
N/mm
R m 130
EN 485-2
N/mm
R p0.2 90
Elongation
EN 485-2
Tensile strength of
cover sheets

koeffizient
Core
Core
Mineral-filled polymer
Polyethylene, type LDPE
Surface
A 50 5
2.4mm/m bei 100C
EN 1999 1-1
g/cm
0.92
Surface
Lacquering
%
Lacquering
EN 13523-2
30 80
EN 13523-2
Pencil hardness
EN 13523-4
HB F
Pencil hardness
EN 13523-4
HB F
ISO 354
0.05
Sound absorption.factor ( S)
ISO 354
0.05
Sound transmission loss (RW )
ISO/DIS 717-1
EN ISO 140-3
Loss factor (d)
EN ISO 6721
30 80
Sound absorption factor ( S)

Sound reduction index (RW )
ASTM E90
dB
STC = 30. OITC 24
Thermal properties
ASTM C518
mK/W
0.006
0.009
(ASTM C518)
-50 +80
dB
25
26
27
0.0072 0.0087
0.0138
0.0069 0.0103
0.0172
Thermal properties
DIN 52612
mK/W
Thermal conductivity ()
DIN 52612
W/mK
0.43
0.39
0.35
Heat transition coefficient

(U)
DIN 4108
W/mK
5.65
5.54
5.34
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Standard
Thickness, cover sheet
-50 +80
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Internet addresses
Internet addresses
Machines
Sealing tapes
Thermostops for wall holders
Connection systems for exhibition
Vertical panel saws
Festool panel saws, machines
Brake presses
www.iso-chemie.de
www.thermostop.de
display stands
www.holzher.de
www.festool.de
www.knuth.de
www.technoplast-gmbh.de
www.isowa.de
www.klemproducts.de
www.thermostop-plus.com
www.irus-system.de
www.amada.de
www.striebig.com
Bosch Machines
www.trumpf.com
www.bosch-pt.de
Starlock washers
www.titgemeyer.de
Dust extractor systems
www.voluma.net
Bolts
www.fischerduebel.de
Workshop equipment,
www.portatec.de
Punching machines, hydr./pneum.,
www.schuko.de
Tray panel corner sheets
www.hilti.de
Panel transport cart
www.homag.de
Hand lever notching machines,
www.al-ko.de
www.aluform-gmbh.de
www.wuerth.com
www.kaiserkraft.de
www.mecanumeric.fr
Hand lever punching machines
www.get-guhl.de
www.liechtblick.ch
www.ejot.de
www.promak.it
www.edel-stanztec.de
www.flexicam.de
www.liechtblick.ch
www.holzher.de
Mobile dust extractors for small

machines
www.casadei-industria.it
Roll bending machines
Sawing machines
www.festool.de
SECTIONS
ALUCOBOND special sections
Aluminium sections
Section systems
Rivet attachment jigs
www.alucobond.de
www.allega.ch
www.octaStandard.de
Special roll bending machines
www.gesipa.com
(ALUCOBOND profiles and fittings)
www.amari.at
www.mero.de
www.kuttruff-maschinenbau.de
www.honsel.de
www.amari.de
www.syma.de
www.knuth.de
www.pressta-eisele.de
www.bergundschmid.de
www.mkt-duebel.de
www.vvg-befestigungstechnik.de
Faade substructures
www.gemmel-metalle.de
www.titgemeyer.de
www.athens-hoevelhof.de
www.mejo.de
Perforated plates
www.bwm.de
www.spaeter.de
www.mevaco.de
www.eurofox.com
www.thyssenkruppschulte.de
www.moradelli.de
Saw blades
End milling cutters for hand
Rivet attachment jigs, drilling jigs
www.keune-kantprofile.de
www.wmh.de
www.rmig.com
www.leuco.com
routing machines /
www.mbe-gmbh.com
www.montaflex.de
www.speiser-werkzeugtechnik.de
www.haspo.ch
www.nauth.de
Structural sections
Bending of sections
www.festool.de
www.gis-tec.de
www.pohlnet.com
www.protektor.com
(e.g. SZ 20 sections)
TOOLS
Jig saw blades
www.kwo.de
Drills with centring point
www.u-kon.com
www.festool.de
www.dewalt.de
www.wagner-system.com
www.aluform-gmbh.de
www.rbb-aluminium.de
www.festool.de
www.bosch-pt.de
www.bms-biegetechnik.de
Window sills
Single flute cutters for

Cutter disks
www.gis-tec.de
www.agefa.de
www.leitz.org
www.leuco.com
www.crown-norge.no
ACCESSORIES
Aluminium blind rivets lacquered
Fascia screws
Metal adhesives
in standard colours
www.ejot.de
www.loctite-europe.com
www.mbe-gmbh.com
www.sfsintec.biz
www.sfsintec.biz
www.mbe-gmbh.com
Structural Cladding Tape
www.ejot.de
www.magefast.de
www.dichten-und-kleben.de
www.3m.com
www.haspo.ch
Structural sealants
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Aluminium blind rivets
www.dichten-und-kleben.de
Double-sided adhesive tape
www.gesipa.com
www.sika.com
Velcro tape
www.honsel.de
www.mbe-gmbh.com
www.3m.com
www.vvg-befestigungstechnik.de
www.bostik.de
www.tesa.de
www.titgemeyer.de
www.teroson-bautechnik.de
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Information
Create the difference

Information (please request)
VERSATILE ON PRINCIPLE
ALUCOBOND excels with a wide range of simple processing and
-- ALUCOBOND product information
installation options that can be realized using conventional tools of
-- ALUCOBOND colour charts
metal and faade builders, sometimes even directly on the building site.
-- ALUCOBOND "Architecture in Detail" CD
-- ALUCOBOND Documentation folder containing examples of faade

applications and texts with "Architecture in Detail" CD
-- ALUCOBOND static folder

-- ALUCOBOND Original samples of standard surfaces
Our brochures are also available at

www.alucobond.com DOWNLOADS
The material can be sawn, milled, folded and bent. It can either be riveted
Futuristic architecture with an outer skin

made of ALUCOBOND : the Hotel Lindner
Seepark in Klagenfurt, Austria
or screwed to the substructure or installed as a suspended tray panel.

Additionally, the aluminium composite panel is available as a flameresistant and non-combustible version to comply with the respective
country-specific, fire protection requirements for buildings. Beside
Trecolore architects:
Architekturbro Dorn Ziviltechniker GmbH
in Annenheim, Austria
these excellent product and processing properties, ALUCOBOND

enables maximum creativity. Projects which were often thought to be
e conomically or technically impossible, or difficult to achieve, have now
become reality thanks to ALUCOBOND .
SUSTAINABLE BY CONVICTION
Ecological sustainability is a key objective for 3A Composites. For decades,
we have felt committed to the environment and to future generations.
And we are proud of the fact that with ALUCOBOND , 3A Composites
is recognised worldwide today, as one of the leading companies in the
field of sustainability.
Award-winning environmental awareness:

The Immeuble Bonne Energie in Grenoble,
France
Architect Charon et Rampillon Grenoble,
France
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Create the difference
Our aim is to satisfy the highest demands as regards the economic, social
and ecological aspects. Throughout the entire life cycle of ALUCOBOND
composite panels, no environmentally hazardous substances are set free.
After a long service life, they are fully recyclable and can be used in the
production of new material. Compliance with current energy guidelines
can be achieved without any problem with ALUCOBOND and a rearventilated faade.
TRADITIONALLY INNOVATIVE
The development of ALUCOBOND more than forty years ago was, in
fact, a minor revolution - an innovative, aluminium composite material as
a material combination, that was lightweight, rigid, excellently formable
and at the same time, corrosion-resistant and recyclable.
A new accent on urban development in

the heart of the City:
the Stadtgalerie Heilbronn, Germany
These outstanding features are still impressing architects, designers and

Planning/construction supervision Blocher
Blocher Partners, Stuttgart in cooperation
with ECE Projektmanagement Hamburg,
Germany
building owners now, just as they did then. Ever since it was launched on
the market, ALUCOBOND has been influencing modern architecture
all over the world with an exceptional faade design and has long since
been firmly established in interior design. As a market leading multi-talent,
ALUCOBOND has been extremely successful owing to the constant,
innovative further development of the product and surfaces. These
successes serve our Innovation Team as an incentive for continuing to
develop market-oriented innovations.
COST-EFFECTIVENESS GAINED BY EXPERIENCE
More than 40 years of experience give us the confidence to be able to
offer you a perfected and tested product of consistently high quality.
Even after decades of exposure, ALUCOBOND helps to maintain
the value of a propertys external appearance without the enormous
Long -term renewal and maintenance

with cost-effective modernisation using
A LUCOBOND : Hxterstrae in Hagen,
Germany
maintenance costs that many alternative solutions incur. If, alongside the
investment costs, the low maintenance costs and the energy efficiency
are also taken into consideration, a calculation results that is impressive
in terms of cost efficiency, particularly for large-scale projects.
Planning/construction super vision

Stadtbildplanung
Dortmund Dortmund, Germany
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3A Composites GmbH
Alusingenplatz 1
78224 Singen, Germany
Tel + 49 7731 - 80 2347
info.eu @ alucobond.com
www.alucobond.com
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PROCESSING AND TECHNICAL DATA

Simply original, originally simple

WHEN DIMENSIONING THE PANELS, THE FOLLOWING SHOULD

To protect ALUCOBOND composite panels against mechanical damages

information must be observed:

-- The pallets must be handled carefully during transport and unloading.

Set maximum fork width

Length 1000 4000 mm -0 / +6 mm

(Caution: Do not handle open pallets).

Length 4001 8000 mm -0 / +10 mm

transportation and moisture

When cutting and routing, the thermal expansion in length of ALUCOBOND

any spots or corrosion forming. Any damage must be reported imme-

must be taken into account to ensure the dimensional accuracy of the

diately and confirmed by the forwarding agent.

components during assembly. We recommend that prior to processing

forming (e.g. when transporting cold panels to warmer rooms).

panels standing vertically) with a maximum of 6 pallets of the same

The panels have to be trimmed:

format stacked on top of each other (heavy pallets at the bottom).

-- on three sides, to ensure accurate rectangularity for further processing.

Anodised ALUCOBOND composite panels have contact lines on the

following information should be observed:

short sides - of up to 25 mm width on the front and up to 35 mm width

-- Storage exceeding 6 months should be avoided. Severe temperature

fluctuations and exposure to direct sunlight reduce the long-term

With panel lengths of more than 3.5 m, contact lines of up to 20 mm width

must also be taken into account at the longitudinal edges.

Due to the manufacturing process a lateral displacement of the cover

sheets of max. 2 mm is possible at the panel edges.

Static calculation of elements

exterior exposure may be very difficult to remove.

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INFORMATION ON SPECIAL SURFACES

WHEN INSTALLING THE PANELS, THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE

During the anodising process an artificial oxide layer is produced on the

aluminium surface. This takes place in a liquid medium with a defined

To avoid possible reflection differences (for metallic, special effect,

bath composition under direct and alternating current.

naturAL, and Spectra colours), we recommend that the composite panels

should be installed in the same direction as marked on the protective film.

Colour variations may occur between panels originating from d ifferent

rior applications due to their corrosion resistance and decorative effect

production batches. To be sure of homogeneous colouring, the total

only minimally reduced and the protective effect of anodically gener-

of a building should be composed of panels of one batch only (see pallet

label or stamp on the reverse side).

that the corrosive impact is also taken into account.

Batch No. on the reverse side

According to DIN 17611, anodised ALUCOBOND and ALUCOBONDplus

Batch No. on the pallet label

Quality assurance during the production of the panels according to

Fixing elements without jamming

-- The minimum gap depends on the expected expansion of the panel

may occur in that area. If this is not desired, enamelled ALUCOBOND

fixing the panel with screws and rivets

ing industry standard EURAS, can be folded or bent without problems.

-- Holes in the panel and in the substructure must be drilled centrically