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STATEMENT: The Grenfell Tower fire in London was an unimaginable tragedy and we send our deepest condolences to all who have been affected.Alucobond® manufactured by 3A Composites was not the cladding used on the Grenfell Tower.3A Composites understands the importance and essential role building materials play in fire safety.  Alucobond®, on an international scale, is a responsible manufacturer that supports and endorses stringent building regulations and fire safety codes.Systems using Alucobond Plus by 3A Composites have successfully completed NFPA 285 multistory fire tests.Below you will find an in depth blog article on Aluminum Composite Fire Performance On High-Rise Buildings.

The fire performance of aluminum composite material (ACM) systems on the facade of a building is extremely critical now; recent global fire events have heightened the awareness of ACM creating concerns regarding occupant safety, as well as property loss. An ACM system’s ability to mitigate the risk caused by fire is increasingly important as innovative design-oriented goals of sustainability and energy efficiency requirements have emerged. The building envelope is now challenged to respond to the movement of heat, air, and water over the life of the building. As a result, ACM cladding systems must allow for this flexibility as well, adding to the complexity of the fire performance in the exterior wall assembly. (more…)