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The Valencia, Spain fire on 22 February 2024 underscored the perils of flammable building materials. Reportedly started by a faulty kitchen appliance, the blaze rapidly intensified due to strong winds and the building’s flammable exterior. This incident tragically resulted in the deaths of ten people and highlighted the urgent need for proactive measures in our buildings. It prompts a critical question:

Is Australia moving swiftly enough to mitigate such risks?

The Valencia, Spain fire on 22 February 2024 underscored the perils of flammable building materials. Reportedly started by a faulty kitchen appliance, the blaze rapidly intensified due to strong winds and the building’s flammable exterior. This incident tragically resulted in the deaths of ten people and highlighted the urgent need for proactive measures in our buildings. It prompts a critical question:

Is Australia moving swiftly enough to mitigate such risks?

Understanding the History of Aluminium Composite Panels

Aluminium composite panels have a long and complex global history. Introduced in the 1960s, ACPs quickly gained popularity for their lightweight, cost-effective, and versatile properties. However, the combustible core of these panels has led to devastating consequences, with fires in buildings with ACP cladding causing increased concern.

The tragic Grenfell Tower fire in London in 2017 was a turning point, prompting governments worldwide to implement strict regulations and prioritise the process of recladding. This process, also known as reclad or facade upgrade, has become essential for ensuring the safety and security of building occupants.

Facing the Financial, Emotional, and Social Impact

The combustible cladding crisis has led to significant financial, emotional, and social consequences for apartment owners and building occupants. The high costs of recladding, ranging from tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars per apartment, have placed immense financial stress on those affected. Emotionally, the issue has caused anxiety and uncertainty, with many feeling unsafe in their own homes. Socially, residents in buildings with combustible cladding have faced stigma and disruption due to the reclad process.

The Ultimate Premium Solid Aluminium Cladding Solution

element13 is the perfect solution for those looking to reclad their building with certainty. Trusted by architects, designers, developers, builders, and contractors as a premium solid aluminium façade system, its non-combustible nature and superior features make it ideal for installation in harsh environments, recladding projects, and new builds.

Return your asset to its full value

By selecting element13 for your reclad building projects, you can have the confidence that your building’s façade will be upgraded with the highest quality, safety, and compliance standards. With element13, Valmond & Gibson offers an unparalleled cladding solution for a multitude of projects, guaranteeing top-notch performance and peace of mind that your building is in the best hands.

Don’t let the challenges of combustible cladding continue to impact your life. Invest in a reliable, safe, and aesthetically pleasing solution with Valmond & Gibson’s element13 today.