Perforated Metal Panels | Facades, curtain walls, decorative screens | Aperture Sizes: 0.5mm–15mm (ISO 14005 compliant)▲ Material: 304 stainless steel (ASTM A240)▲ Advanced: 316 stainless steel (ASTM A240)▲▲ Technique: Welded joints (EN 1090 certified) | Light/Air Flow: 40% airflow efficiency▲ Durability: 20+ years lifespan▲ Customization: Pattern designs (e.g., geometric, floral)▲▲ Advanced: Enhanced corrosion resistance (ASTM B117 salt spray test)▲▲ | Cost: 30% higher than aluminum composite panels▲ Maintenance: Requires periodic cleaning to prevent clogging▲ Advanced: Heavier weight (up to 10kg/m²)▲▲ |
Solid Metal Panels | Commercial buildings, soundproofing | Material: 2mm–5mm thick aluminum/stainless steel (ASTM A36) Finish: Polished/brushed surfaces | Security: Bullet-resistant options (NIJ Level IIIA)▲ Soundproofing: STC 45+ rating▲ No Light Penetration: Ideal for privacy | Weight: 15–20kg/m² (increases structural load)▲ No Airflow: Requires HVAC systems▲ Limited Design: Flat surfaces only |
Aluminum Composite Panels (ACP) | Modern office buildings, signage | Core: PVC/PET (ASTM D638) Thickness: 3–4mm (ISO 3083) Finish: Pre-painted (ASTM D3477) | Lightweight: 3–5kg/m²▲ Color Options: 200+ RAL colors▲ Ease of Installation: Snap-fit joints▲ | Flammability: Class B (ASTM E84)▲ Durability: 10–15 years (vs 20+ for metal)▲ Limited Customization: Patterns only via printing |
Expanded Metal Panels | Industrial walkways, grating | Opening Size: 10mm–25mm (ASTM B410) Material: Galvanized steel (ASTM A123) | Strength: Load capacity 1,500kg/m²▲ Drainage: 60% open area▲ Cost-Effective: 20% cheaper than perforated metal▲ | Aesthetic Limitations: Uniform diamond pattern▲ Corrosion Risk: Requires galvanization▲ Noise: 60 dBA (loud in windy conditions)▲ |
Mesh Screens | Security enclosures, sunshades | Wire Diameter: 0.3–2.0mm (ISO 3106) Open Area: 20–40% (ASTM E90) | Security: Burglar-resistant (EN 1627 SR2)▲ Light Filtration: 50% light transmission▲ Wind Resistance: 120km/h (ASTM E330)▲ | Maintenance: Prone to rust (needs frequent coating)▲ Privacy: Limited obscuration▲ Cost: 15–25% higher than expanded metal▲ |
PVC/Plastic Panels | Temporary structures, low-budget facades | Thickness: 3–6mm (ISO 3083) UV Resistance: 500+ hours (ASTM G154) | Inexpensive: 50% cheaper than metal▲ Lightweight: 1.5kg/m²▲ Easy to Cut: No specialized tools▲ | Durability: 5–7 years (vs 20+ for metal)▲ Flammability: Class C (ASTM E84)▲ Limited Strength: Max load 200kg/m²▲ |