{"id":8608,"date":"2025-03-31T01:19:38","date_gmt":"2025-03-31T01:19:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alucobondusa.com\/blog\/?p=8608"},"modified":"2025-11-03T20:08:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T20:08:20","slug":"3a-composites-usa-expands-architectural-metal-solutions-with-alucolux-rebrand-reinforcing-alucobond-plus-leadership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alucobondusa.com\/blog\/3a-composites-usa-expands-architectural-metal-solutions-with-alucolux-rebrand-reinforcing-alucobond-plus-leadership\/","title":{"rendered":"3A Composites USA Expands Architectural Metal Solutions with ALUCOLUX Rebrand, Reinforcing ALUCOBOND PLUS Leadership"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-1024x641.jpg\" alt=\"3A Composites, ALUCOLUX, Mears Middle School\" class=\"wp-image-8832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-1024x641.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-768x481.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-1536x961.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-2048x1282.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/IMG_7914-670x419.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2025-03-31T01:19:38+00:00\">March 31, 2025<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/3acompositesusa.com\/\">3A Composites<\/a> USA, a leading provider of high-quality architectural solutions, is announcing the rebranding of its .063\u201d and .080\u201d metal panels as ALUCOLUX, aligning with the company&#8217;s global branding strategy. This strategic move differentiates the company\u2019s offerings, ensuring architects and fabricators have access to the ideal materials for every project, while reinforcing ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS as the premier aluminum composite material (ACM) of choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>The newly-branded ALUCOLUX line (.063\u201d and .080\u201d thicknesses) provides architects and fabricators with a robust, non-combustible option for metal wall panels. ALUCOLUX is ideal for exterior and interior wall claddings, soffits and columns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"821\" data-id=\"8618\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11-1024x821.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11-1024x821.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11-768x616.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11-1536x1231.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11-670x537.jpg 670w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-11.jpg 1896w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"8616\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8616\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2-670x447.jpg 670w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-2.jpg 1966w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"8619\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12-950x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8619\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12-950x1024.jpeg 950w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12-278x300.jpeg 278w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12-768x828.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12-1426x1536.jpeg 1426w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12-670x722.jpeg 670w, https:\/\/cdn.alucobond.3acompositesusa.com\/2025\/03\/ALUCOLUX-12.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Key features of ALUCOLUX include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pre-Painted Surface:<\/strong> Ensures superior color uniformity and reduces project delays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custom Length Availability:<\/strong> Minimizes jobsite waste and enhances cost efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Formability:<\/strong> Allows for dynamic curves, shapes and panels using brake-bend methods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Versatility:<\/strong> .063\u201d sheets are suitable for trim, flashing, and exterior\/interior cladding, while .080\u201d provides enhanced durability and flatness for rainscreen applications and complex designs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Color Options:<\/strong> Available in eight stock colors, made-to-order colors at low minimum quantities, and custom colors to meet specific project requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sustainability:<\/strong> ALUCOLUX material&nbsp; is a fully recyclable product.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Complementing ALUCOLUX, 3A Composites USA continues to offer AXCENT, a line of painted 0.040\u201d thick aluminum flat stock designed for building trim. AXCENT seamlessly integrates with ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS, providing the perfect finishing touch for fascia, flashing, roof caps and high-traffic window and door areas. AXCENT ensures a cohesive color palette and material consistency across projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS, the original ACM, remains the cornerstone of 3A Composites USA\u2019s portfolio. Developed to meet stringent fire performance requirements, ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS consists of two smooth .020\u201d aluminum sheets thermo-bonded to a solid, fire-retardant core. It offers unmatched flatness, formability, durability, and ease of fabrication, making it the preferred choice for architects and designers worldwide. ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS is manufactured in a standard 4mm thickness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe are strategically aligning our product lines under a unified global brand to enhance customer clarity and consistency,&#8221; said Debbie Sulewski, director, product development and marketing, 3A Composites USA. \u201cALUCOBOND PLUS continues to lead our product portfolio and together with ALUCOLUX and AXCENT, and enables architects and fabricators, to bring their most ambitious designs to life with clarity and unwavering confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The streamlined portfolio ensures that customers can easily select the appropriate material for any application, from intricate trim work to large-scale cladding projects. 3A Composites USA\u2019s dedication to innovation and quality continues to drive the industry forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m excited about the launch of ALUCOLUX\u00ae \u2014 our premium pre-painted aluminum plate, proudly made in the USA,\u201d said Mike Marushka, vice president of sales, Architectural Division, 3A Composites USA. \u201cIt\u2019s a product that gives architects and fabricators the freedom to bring bold ideas to life while meeting the highest standards for performance and sustainability.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about ALUCOLUX, AXCENT and ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.alucobondusa.com\">www.alucobondusa.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About 3A Composites<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3A Composites is a leading producer of materials for the metal facades market. Since 1969, the company has been developing, manufacturing and marketing high-quality aluminum composite panels, structural composite material, plastic sheets and lightweight foam boards for the architecture, visual communication and transport and commercial building industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3A Composites is part of the international 3A Composites Group, which belongs to the listed company Schweiter Technologies headquartered in Horgen, Switzerland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 3A Composites USA headquarters are located in Davidson, N.C.&nbsp; U.S.-based manufacturing facilities are located in Benton, KY, where they produce ALUCOBOND, used in the architectural and building cladding industries for over 50 years. For more information about ALUCOBOND\u00ae PLUS, ALUCOBOND\u00ae AXCENT, and ALUCOBOND\u00ae EasyFix and ALUCOBOND\u00ae FaceFastened call 1-800-626-3365, email info.usa@3AComposites.com or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.alucobondUSA.com\">www.alucobondUSA.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>3A Composites USA, a leading provider of high-quality architectural solutions, is announcing the rebranding of its .063\u201d and .080\u201d metal panels as ALUCOLUX, aligning with the company&#8217;s global branding strategy. 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