What’s the Difference Between ACP and Composite Facade Systems?

The terms "Aluminum Composite Panel (ACP)" and "Composite Facade Systems" are related but distinct. ACP refers to a specific type of panel: two aluminum skins bonded to a non-aluminum core (PE or FR). It's a popular material choice within broader facade solutions. "Composite Facade Systems," on the other hand, is a more encompassing term. It refers to the entire engineered assembly used for cladding a building with composite materials. This system includes not just the composite panels themselves (which could be ACP, but also other composites like High-Pressure Laminates or fiber cement composites), but also the sub-structure, fixings, brackets, and sometimes integrated insulation or weather barriers. A composite facade system is designed for optimal performance, considering factors like weather resistance (often as a rainscreen), thermal insulation, fire safety, and structural integrity. Our company specializes in aluminum solutions, so while we supply ACP as a key panel type, we also provide the expertise for integrating these into complete, high-performance facade systems tailored to your building's needs.