Frequently Asked Questions

What is ACM Panel?

Aluminum composite material (ACM) is a metal panel that offers the benefits of aluminum and reinforced plastics in one product. The two components are bonded together with an interior layer of polyester foam giving ACM panels excellent insulation-properties. ACMs can be used for both exterior and interior applications, such as commercial or residential roofs, walls, floors and ceilings. This type of panel has many advantages over other materials such as lower weight than steel or concrete; high strength to weight ratio; less combustible than wood; better sound absorption qualities than drywall; does not corrode like metals when it is exposed to water; low permeability compared to traditional building materials such as brick masonry and stone which makes them fire resistant.

What is aluminum composite panel used for?

It is a material that is widely used for many different purposes. The aluminum composite panel (ACP) can be easily cut to size and shape, making it an easy choice for home builders looking to construct new homes. This product offers the builder a wide array of color options and finishes as well as various textures and patterns which will help give their home a unique look. ACP comes in many configurations including: single skin, double skin and insulated panels with insulation core.

Aluminum composite material panels are used for many applications, including exterior cladding on buildings. They can be colored to fit any style and, if desired, an aluminum composite material panel can also be textured. Aluminum composite material panels usually come with a warranty that protects the product against corrosion or degradation from water damage.

What is Aluminum Composite Panel (ACM Panel) OR ACP?

General information about Aluminum Composite Material Panels known as ACP OR ACM

Aluminum Composite Material Panels known as ACM Panels OR ACP is one of the most versatile and durable rainscreen systems available in the market. This solution is becoming one of the most popular modern cladding products in residential construction in North America because of the versatility, durability, ease of installation and the quality of the colors and finishes. ACM Paneling system is a fully customized pre-fabricated cladding system. In better words, you cannot cut them to size at the jobsite. That is why you cannot buy them from Home Depot OR other hardware stores such as Rona, Canadian Tire, IHL, etc.

For over a decade, ACM panels were one of the favorable materials for industrial and commercial contractors. Because of that, almost every franchise company and brand, build their storefront signs and interior elements out of this durable and high-quality construction material. Additionally, because this material is available in a wide range of colors, you can find a close match to every brand and corporate identity colors. Today, this product has found its way into modern buildings and custom houses in The Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

This rain-screen system is available in a wide range of Solid colors, wood pattern finishes, natural steel textures, stone patterns, shimmering colors, metallic coatings, etc. During the last 5 years, ACM Panels became a very popular cladding product in modern residential architecture and construction in Ontario, CANADA. What makes ACM stand out as an architectural element is the very clean corners and returns in addition to the high quality and durable finishes.

In summary, ACM panels withstand the harsh environment of North America and is a great exterior choice with almost no maintenance headaches.