How ALUCOBOND® PLUS and EasyFix Delivered a Striking Wendy’s Façade
In the sun-drenched city of Nassau, Bahamas, Elias Tsavoussis, Wendy’s franchise owner and developer for AETOS Holdings, faced a significant challenge. Tasked with implementing the global brand’s fresh, modern aesthetic for its restaurants, he needed a solution that could meet exacting design standards, withstand a tropical climate and be installed quickly and efficiently. What he found in 3A Composites’ ALUCOBOND® PLUS and the innovative ALUCOBOND EasyFix system not only met these demands but exceeded them, transforming a potential logistical challenge into a triumph of speed and simplicity.
The Solution: Simplicity in a System
During his research, Tsavoussis discovered ALUCOBOND® PLUS and contacted 3A Composites USA. While he was initially expecting to use a traditional dry reveal installation method, one call with the 3A Composites USA team changed everything. He was introduced to the ALUCOBOND EasyFix system, an innovative solution that enables field fabrication and installation without the need for a CNC machine.
“When I learned about the EasyFix system it immediately made sense, and I knew it was the solution we needed,” Tsavoussis shared. “The simplicity of the system meant we could hand route and bend the panels on-site, which was critical.”
Onsite fabrication and ease of installation was a game-changer. It not only removed layers of cost associated with off-site fabrication, but also allowed the team to work quickly and with confidence. Within a short timeframe, and thanks to the intuitive nature of EasyFix, they were able to expertly clad the building. The panels were shipped to the island in 16-foot sheets and then field-fabricated to the specific sizes needed for the project.
The Design: Meticulous Color Matching and Durability
The new Wendy’s design required a precise color palette to match the global brand’s standards. Using ALUCOBOND® PLUS standard finishes, Tsavoussis was able to meticulously create a vibrant, cohesive look. The building’s facade now features a striking combination of Greyhound, Anodic Clear Mica, Chestnut and Red Fire, which perfectly embodies the brand’s updated aesthetic.
“The finished product looks beautiful, and we were able to get the exact finishes that the brand required,” Tsavoussis noted. “It’s been eight months since its completion, and the building’s colors remain vibrant and the facade is proving to be incredibly low maintenance.”
In addition to its aesthetic appeal, the material was a perfect fit for the local climate. The building was already waterproofed, but Tsavoussis required a material and installation method that would pass stringent wind tests, providing critical protection against hurricanes. ALUCOBOND PLUS and EasyFix delivered.
A Partnership Built on Excellent Service
Throughout the process, Tsavoussis credits the assistance he received from the 3A Composites USA team. “I have to say, the service we received was incredible. Everyone was extremely helpful, answering our questions all along the way, even providing onsite support, in light of this being our first time working with both ALUCOBOND PLUS and EasyFix. This level of attention gave us the confidence to move forward with a material we had never used before.”
The Outcome: A Blueprint for Efficiency
The success of this build demonstrates the power of the EasyFix system to streamline the construction process. By saving significant time and money, and enabling a team with no prior experience to achieve a professional, field-fabricated result, the project offers a blueprint for efficiency, particularly in remote locations. The result is a beautiful and durable building that was delivered on time and within budget. Impressed by the outcome, Tsavoussis is also using ALUCOBOND® PLUS and ALUCOBOND EasyFix for two additional franchise locations.
For more information about ALUCOBOND®, visit www.alucobondUSA.com, call 1-800-626-3365 or email info.usa@3AComposites.com.
