Fr ACP Overview
With a steady positive demand and its variety of applications ACP is one of the consistently growing products. From its early general uses in façade applications to its reach in interior applications, ACP has been an integral part of architectural designing. Its industrial applications gave it a further boost, after that the applications also moved to the partition panels with a huge market share. Now with its use in the signage industry ACP panels are the foremost choice in shop fascia, signage, hoardings and various light weights mock up structures. With all that the new need is emerging in the market is the use of FR ACP (i.e. fire resistant ACP) as fire safety material for new vertical structures and public buildings.
FR ACP panels are made with a new technology using inorganic mineral contents which are considered to offer 2 hours delay spreading fire that offers extra escape time saving lives. It does not produce toxic gases that cause choking or death. It is generally known that 80% of deaths in any fire accident are caused by smoke and poisonous fumes after fire. FR grade ACP is the next emerging need in the market, because new fire regulations regarding housing and building construction are having strict norms for fire safety materials uses.
Fr ACP Features
Non-combustible – Whereas the aluminum core in ACP leaves no room for fire, the mineral core composition of FR ACP with self-extinguishing properties helps in protection in event of combustion.
Low toxic smoke – When it comes in contact with fire, FR ACP releases a small dose of water, thus emitting some non-toxic smoke and nontoxic water vapor. It being non-combustible produces no toxic fumes, making it perfect for high-rise constructions.
Safer Evacuations – In case of fire mishap, smoke & fire are major obstacle, making evacuations tricky. MAPL Panels check the spread and intensity of the fire, making easy safer evacuations. Moreover, it doesn’t let the facade go down, causing very less damage to property.
Greater strength – The strength of FR ACP lies in the strong and durable architectural alloy, which offers high impact and scratch resistance, making it favorable for various range of applications, especially for high-rise constructions.
Everlasting Finish – The secret behind the everlasting beauty of MAPL’s FR ACPs is its PVDF/FEVE coating that adds a smooth finish to the top skin of the panel, making it vibrant and colorful for a long time. It also makes it UV resistant, protecting it from fading and ensuring excellent gloss retention.
Tested and Certified – Tried & tested by reputed MAPL’s FR ACPs are designed to rise above expectations.
Technical Specification
MAPL FR ACP’s core is formulated with a high percentage inorganic mineral content which are high quality non-halogenated FR materials. Such materials are significantly non-combustible and do not produce toxic gases. The concentration of these contents is greater than 70%. Significant testing has proved that they restrict spread of fire and no hazardous materials are formed. Hence, MAPL’s FR ACP is an extremely safe cladding material against fire, for buildings everywhere.
Applications of Fr ACP
Building wall decoration – fire retardant sheets are useful for enhancing the exterior and interior surfaces while renovating high rise buildings.
Bathroom – Fire resistant panels are stain resistant and highly durable. The panels retain their colour, shape and size hence making it ideal for use in bathrooms.
Roof edging – Due to their long-lasting & low heat transmission properties, FR ACP is a suitable option to use in roof edging and false ceiling.
Advertisement boards – Same as Billboards, fire resistant cladding panels pose a great option to be used as Advertisement Boards.
Façade Cladding – It is extremely important both for functional and for aesthetic reasons and fire resistant cladding panels are the perfect match for this.
Wall paneling – Fire resistant panels for walls is one of the most common uses of FR ACP.
There are many more applications of FR Grade ACP like they can be used in door & window, store canopies, curtain walling, interiors (walls and ceilings).
No wonder the fusion of materials technology with science and innovation makes Fr ACP sheets a great product range ideal for building construction and architectural excellence.
