Co-extrusion aluminum wood Vs aluminum composite panel

Co-extrusion aluminum wood, We call Alumverde is a new generation of building materials characterized by durability enhanced by attractiveness. This new product can be differentiated from the more conventional aluminum composite panels (ACP) that have been employed in construction for sometime now. That is why in this article we will attempt to describe co-extrusion aluminum wood and aluminum composite material that can help to understand their etremes and fairly describe their characteristics and applications.

Alumverde is a solid aluminum product while ACP has only a surface layer of aluminum.

Alumverde is a new type of material called co-extrusion aluminum wood.

Co-extrusion aluminum wood is an aluminum wood material standing in terms of strength and lightness of the aluminum with the grainy appearance of the wooden. This, through a manufacturing process in which a layer of material resembling wood （surlyn）is extruded directly onto an aluminum substrate. Therefore creating a product that outwardly appears to be a wooden material but is as strong as aluminum but has no need for continual re-application of sealants and polishes.

Aluminum composite material can be described as two thin outer skins of aluminum bonded to an inner core that can be polyethylene (PE) or even mineral filled due to negligible fire resistance. The most characteristics of ACPs are flexibility, cheaper as compared to other material used in cladding, and easily installed for cladding and signage and interior designing.

Comparison of Properties

Durability and Maintenance: Alumverde products are unique and are made to be used in outdoor areas and they are not affected by UV rays, water, and variation in temperature. This method of co-extrusion allows for the production of a layer that prevents fading, cracking or warping of the product hence the need for no maintenance of the finish. However, ACPs may have some drawbacks; these are vulnerable to development of dents and scratches, and may demand more frequent maintenance to maintain gloss for a longer time.

Aesthetic Appeal: Another major beneficial aspect of Co-extrusion aluminum wood is that it has a totally natural wooden looking grain with three dimensional look for an added give and take and comes in any and every color that natural woods possess. This makes it preferable for use in places that one wants to create the looks of the real wood but without the costs of having to maintain it. Unlike stud walls, ACPs, which can come in various colors and finishes, cannot be considered to have as natural a look.

Alumverde Aesthetics

Fire Resistance: Co-extrusion aluminum wood （Alumverde） products typically have a higher fire resistance rating compared to standard ACPs due to the nature of the materials used. That makes them safer in use on building exterior, especially in regions with high fire code requirements.

Environmental Impact: Each of the materials can be an environmentally friendly type, given that the core and the production technique used are good kinds. Alumverde can include a Co-extruded layer surlyn, that utilizes recycled materials and the aluminum base can be fully recycled. ACPs with a PE core are less environmentally friendly, but those with a mineral-filled core offer better fire resistance and environmental credentials.

Installation: Alumverde is designed for easy installation, with features such as hidden fasteners and matching accessories that streamline the process. ACPs are also known for their ease of installation, but they may not offer the same level of precision and seamless finish as co-extrusion aluminum wood products.

Alumverde Installation

Alumverde is designed for easy installation, with features such as hidden fasteners and matching accessories that streamline the process. ACPs are also known for their ease of installation, but they may not offer the same level of precision and seamless finish as co-extrusion aluminum wood products.

Applications

Co-extrusion Aluminum Wood (Alumverde): Alumverde is suitable for Exterior Cladding, Outdoor Decking, and Landscape Architecture offers an upscale and distinct, long-wearing industrial exterior for domestic and commercial structures. It can be further used in pergolas, shades, blinder, handrails among others.

Aluminum Composite Panels (ACP): ACPs are widely applied in cladding of façade, internal partitions and signage. They are appropriate for use indoors as well as outdoors; nevertheless, they are more commonly used indoors because of the various surfaces that they offer and the simplefact that they are easier to manufacture.

Conclusion

Concisely, Co-extrusion aluminum wood and aluminum composite panels are different products that meet different requirements in construction industry. Alumverde has a better texture that imitates the look of the wooden profiles which makes it ideal for the exterior use as well as for those works which require the outlook to be first-rate. ACP or aluminum composite panels are lighter, cheaper, and can be used both internally and externally but they don’t provide the aesthetic look of the real high end wooden composite panel.

As the industry grows in the future, Alumverde being a sustainable, high performance material to be used in construction related fields the demand is likely to increase in the future. For all those reasons the wood can be claimed it is one of the most suitable materials for the construction and design in the future.