Aluminum Tube For Facade Cladding

The malleability of the alloys, especially alloy 6063, comes in handy in such applications. Its silicone and magnesium content allow for the formation of complex shapes in intricate designs. Engineers have successfully capitalized on this attribute of the aluminum extrusions in curved elements that raise the aesthetic appeal of the building.

Our aluminum tubes for facade cladding exhibit good corrosion resistance. You can add a protective layer over the alloy to prevent corrosion on the aluminum tubes. As for aluminum 6063, the corrosion resistance is great. You can comfortably use its tubes for facade cladding where the weather exposure is greater.

Yes, the aluminum tubes are influential on the energy efficiency of a building when used for facade cladding. Heat transfer in facades occurs in different forms including convection, radiation, thermal bridges, and conduction. The façade system materials aid the conduction process. That’s where the thermal conductivity of the facade cladding material comes in. They both do a great job of keeping the indoor temperatures comfortable and reducing the building energy consumption.

With the extrusion capability at Fonnov Aluminum, we can customize the aluminum tubes for cladding to various designs. Parameters that we can diversify include surface finishes, cross-section dimensions, and profiles. Whichever variation the customer is looking for, our team is ready to deliver suitable products. Our aluminum tubes are used in a wide range of architectural setups. Their provision of both the aesthetic appeal value and superior performance has been excellent.

Our use of aluminum alloys 6063 and 6061 for the tubes used for facade cladding is very deliberate. First, these materials have amazing extrudability, so they can be formed into the customer’s preferred profile and size. Their corrosion resistance is also good, and this supports the need for durability. Regarding mechanical properties, these alloys give the user some of the best combinations. If you are looking for strong and heat-treatable facade cladding, you can pick 6061 aluminum. Go for 6063 aluminum if your focus is on a wide range of surface finishes and the formability of the aluminum tubes for cladding.

Our aluminum alloy 6063 and 6061 tubes for facade cladding are generally low-maintenance. However, the exact maintenance requirements or intervals of the aluminum cladding can vary based on the environmental conditions. Frequent cleaning of the extruded aluminum tube cladding can maintain its aesthetic appeal and eliminate tough deposits. In some areas, the cladding may not need cleaning until after a couple of years. As you clean the aluminum tubes, avoid excessive rubbing and the use of aggressive detergents. The temperature of the water should neither be too hot nor too cold to prevent chemical reactions and poor cleaning.

No, our aluminum tube extrusions do not warp over time. Unfortunately, that’s a problem you can expect with alternative cladding materials such as timber. Leave alone warping, some of the alternatives attract algae and mold growth, particularly in wet conditions. That problem is unheard of with our wood finish aluminum tubes for facade cladding.