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Complete cassette-fix system specification for VitraDual and Vitrafix, plus fixings to the wall from Certifix.
External cladding, cassette fix. Particularly suited to both internal and external modern commercial, residential and industrial buildings, where a sleek/modern facade is required.
A complete cassette-fix system specification for VitraDual and Vitrafix, plus fixings to the wall from Certifix (in partnership with Valcan). This provides a comprehensive warranty on the complete system. All Certifix provided products are tested and certified in accordance with ADB v2 for high rise buildings.
All batch numbers will be recorded, regular site visits to be made by Valcan and Certifix during the installation, frequency to be decided at order stage with client.
VitraDual:
A non-combustible A1 rated rainscreen facade panel available in 2 or 3 mm thicknesses, available in an extensive range of standard colours and customizable colour/ finish options.
Features and benefits:
Vitrafix systems:
Aluminium carrier system brackets, profiles and fixings which have been tested to BS 8414-1 and BS 8414-2 and are Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT) tested. Designed to offer a cost effective yet strong carrier system, and is suitable for all building types.
Vitrafix VF1: Adjustability of 102–235 mm and can be further extended by combining the Vitrafix VF2/TH system to give an additional depth; consult manufacturer for further details. Custom depth brackets are also available.
Vitrafix VF2: Comprised of aluminium or steel top-hats and C-channel rails to allow brackets to be installed in isolation of stud location or increase system depth. The VF2 top-hats can also be used in the own right to replace timber batten style sub grids.
Features and benefits:
Color | Beige Black Blue Bronze Brown |
Finish | PVdF |
Material | Aluminium |
Warranty description | 30 year Guidance for specification option: Consult manufacturer for details. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | H92/120 Rainscreen cladding |
System performance | Manufacturer guidanceInsert requirements. |
Thermal insulation | Certifix mineral wool rainscreen slab, thickness.Guidance for specification option: Insert required thickness. Thermal performance: 0.034 W/m·K. Fire rating, to BS EN 13501-1: A1. Fixings: CIA/FR - Certifix fire-rated insulation fixings. |
Breather membrane | |
Material | CFA1BM – CertiShield Class A2 Breather Membrane.Guidance for specification option: Fire performance, to BS EN 13501-1: A1. |
Fasteners | Manufacturer's standard. |
Secondary support structure | Vitrafix VF1.Guidance for specification option: Aluminium. Specify details of brackets, rails, horizontal rails and fixings below. |
Cavity fire barriers | |
Horizontal | Certifix VRFB+ open state horizontal barrier.Guidance for specification option: Fixings: Fire-tested fixings to be advised by Certifix Ltd to equivalent performance of fire barrier, fixing reference dictated by substrate. |
Vertical | Certifix NVRFB non-ventilated vertical barrier.Guidance for specification option: Fixings: Fire-tested fixings to be advised by Certifix Ltd to equivalent performance of fire barrier, fixing reference dictated by substrate. |
Cladding panels | |
Material | 3000-series aluminium, 1250 x 3200 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1250 x 4000 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1500 x 3200 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1500 x 4000 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1250 x 3200 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1250 x 4000 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1500 x 3200 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, 1500 x 4000 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1250 x 3200 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1250 x 4000 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1500 x 3200 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1500 x 4000 x 2 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 5.42 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1250 x 3200 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1250 x 4000 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1500 x 3200 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 5000-series aluminium, 1500 x 4000 x 3 mm.Guidance for specification option: Weight: 8.13 kg/m². 3000-series aluminium, custom.Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements:
Weight: 5.42 kg/m² (2 mm thick) or 8.13 kg/m² (3 mm thick). 5000-series aluminium, custom.Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements:
Weight: 5.42 kg/m² (2 mm thick) or 8.13 kg/m² (3 mm thick). Manufacturer guidanceWidth x length x overall panel thickness. Fixings: VFSDP5.535C Vitrafix self-drill panhead 5.5 x 35 mm, A4, colour matched to panel. |
Panel joints | 20 mm.Guidance for specification option: Typical size. Closed. |
Reveals | Not required.25 mm-wide window flashing profile. |
Design | Guidance for specification option: Insert requirements. Panels can be custom designed into a wide range of shapes and dimensions along with perforations or curves in some applications. Consult manufacturer for information. |
Colour/ Finish | Riddle Grey. 1125 Cool Yellow. 1135 Sunshine Yellow. 1420 Reef Blue. 1510 Fresh Green. |
Fire rating (to BS EN 13501) | A1. |
Brackets | VF100DB 100 mm double bracket (no pad). Guidance for specification option: 102–132 mm adjustment. VF100SB 100 mm single bracket (no pad). Guidance for specification option: 102–132 mm adjustment. VF140DB 140 mm double bracket (no pad). Guidance for specification option: 142–172 mm adjustment. VF140SB 140 mm single bracket (no pad). Guidance for specification option: 142–172 mm adjustment. VF180DB 180 mm double bracket (no pad). Guidance for specification option: 182–212 mm adjustment. |
Rails | VFTR503 T-rail, 50 x 100 x 3000 mm. VFTR506 T-rail, 50 x 100 x 6000 mm. VFLR503 L-rail, 50 x 100 x 3000 mm. VFLR506 L-rail, 50 x 100 x 6000 mm. Manufacturer guidanceStiffener rails: 2 mm aluminium top-hat attached to reverse of panel using stud weld fixings. |
Horizontal Rails | Vitrafix VF2/U 90 x 15 x 2 mm. Guidance for specification option: Length: 3000 mm. Vitrafix VF2/U 174 x 15 x 2 mm. Guidance for specification option: Length: 3000 mm. Not required. Guidance for specification option: Not required for masonry walls. Manufacturer guidanceVF2/U attached to SFS locations allowing brackets to be installed in isolation to stud location. Fixing to stud: VFSD.538/A4 – Vitrafix self-drill, A4 grade 5.5 x 38 mm, 8 mm hex head w/washer – consult manufacturer's details for fixing centres. |
Fixings | VFSD4.825/A4 Vitrafix self-drill, 4.8 x 25 mm, A4 grade, 8 mm hex head. VFSD.538/A4 Vitrafix self-drill, 5.5 x 38 mm, A4 grade, 8 mm hex head w/washer. Masonry anchors by Certifix Ltd - ETA approved, fire-rated fixing. Guidance for specification option: Certifix Ltd to carry out pull-out test on site to determine correct fixing. |
Accessories | None. VFIPDB Double bracket thermal pad. Guidance for specification option: Adds 3 mm adjustment. VFIPSB Single bracket thermal pad. Guidance for specification option: Adds 3 mm adjustment. |
Certification | BBA 20/5824; CWCT: Pass; Tested to BS 8414 and BR 135 compliant. |
Sheathing board | ProcellaPro. Guidance for specification option:
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Cavity | Depth: 50 mm open joint installation. Guidance for specification option: Measured from face of insulation to rear of panel; can be reduced by 50% at fire barrier locations or other “pinch” points. Depth: 25 mm open joint installation. Guidance for specification option: Measured from face of insulation to rear of panel; can be reduced by 50% at fire barrier locations or other “pinch” points. Other. Guidance for specification option: Consult CWCT section 3.4.4.4 and insert requirements. |
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