ALUMINUM & EXTERIOR SUNSHADES SYSTEMS
ALUMINIUM & EXTERIOR SUNSHADES
Exterior sunshades can provide an aesthetic yet functional enhancement to a building and its occupants. By providing greater climate comfort through solar deflection or efficient light reflection, sunshades can reduce direct sun exposure while sustaining natural light and unobstructed views.
DESIGN
Through completely customized solutions including blades, finishes, colors, and out rigging.
Sunshades have the ability to transform an otherwise unassuming building into an architecturally distinctive property providing an element of style and sophistication, all our Sunshades are designed to minimize field installation time and can be adhered to the curtain wall, steel substrate or block substrate.
APPLICATIONS
Sunshade systems can be used in an assortment of applications including the above window, side of the window, roof cap feature, ornamental feature, and more. These systems can be incorporated into new construction or retrofit applications. Sunshade systems can be found on distinctive buildings around the world including office buildings, warehouses, healthcare, education, retail shopping centers, recreation centers, and more.
AIRFOIL SUNSHADE SYSTEM
Airfoil sunshades can be applied in vertical and horizontal arrangements to provide a modern contemporary look to a building façade or help hide unsightly equipment Airfoil Sunshades are an innovative way to control the temperature within the building by reducing heat energy gain. These sun shades provide a clean, modern look and are flexible in many facade conditions. Dams Incorporated’s AF Sunshades are a stylish way to block unsightly equipment. By using any of our numerous airfoil designs or creating your own, you can combine excellent airflow and sun control with visibility screening. We can create sunshades that matches the unique look and feel of your design by using any of our numerous styles.
ALUFAB METALS’ DIFFERENCE
- Professional design assistance to fulfill your design intent.
- Proactive project management and professional engineering.
- A single source for all your architectural metal systems.
- In-depth technical data, product details, specifications, mock-ups, and samples for all of our engineered envelope solutions.
- Every project is shipped “Ready to Install” with detailed installation drawings.
- Comprehensive submittal package through BIM, CAD, and CAM software.
- Express estimating by our experienced team.
- All projects receive structural engineering services by a licensed engineer.
- AluFab Metals custom packaging – so every project arrives on-time, secure, and complete.
- Tested systems and products flexible enough to fulfill every design intent.
- Highly automated in-house fabrication processes utilizing the latest technologies to the highest degree of accuracy and precision.
SUN PROTECTION LAMELLAE
These light elliptic lamellae are made of aluminum and do not require maintenance. The sun protection system serves various functions, from an adjustment of the room climate in the building to the architectural design of the façade of a building. The lamellae decrease direct contact with solar radiation while letting in natural daylight.
- Width of the lamellae: 100–300 mm
- The angle of incidence: up to 45 degrees
- A wide selection of finishing options
PARTNERS FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION
For Architects
- Advanced design assistance team
- Design consultation and evaluation
- Material and fabrication specifications
- Detailed shop drawings
For Contractors
- Fast quotations
- Comprehensive fabrication services
- Proactive project management
- Installer references
For Installers
- Organized installation drawings
- Ready-to-install envelope solutions
- On-going support and troubleshooting
- Installation accessories
ARCHITECTURAL LOUVRE SCREENS FOR COMMERCIAL APPLICATION
AluFab Metals’ aluminum sun shades are a highly durable architectural ellipsoid louver with excellent spanning characteristics. This makes it suitable for a wide range of applications such as trafficable areas & commercial screening on building exteriors. A resilient and enduring choice, our aluminum sun shade which can be installed horizontally, vertically or on any angle, depending on your application.
PERFORATED SUNSHADES SYSTEM
Perforated sunshades combine modern distinct styling with customizable perforation profiles. These sunshades can be designed and applied in both vertical and horizontal configurations.
Perforated Metal Sunscreens and Sunshades Perforated metal sunscreens and sunshades can be an integral part of a building — enhancing efficiency and aesthetics. Accurate Perforating’s sunscreens and sunshades offer these benefits to a structure:
- Reduction of energy costs
- Mitigation of heat and glare from the sun
- A means for natural light to pass through to illuminate the interior of the building
- Abatement of noise and wind effects
- Privacy enhancement
- Improvement of the aesthetic appearance of the building
PERFORATED METAL IS THE IDEAL MATERIAL FOR ARCHITECTURAL SUNSCREENS AND SHADES
- Greater longevity than any other building material
- Can be formed to nearly any shape
- Nearly maintenance-free
- Available in a variety of colors and finishes
Your choice of perforation pattern and hole size allows you to control the privacy and the amount of light coming into the interior of the building. Because of Accurate’s extensive tool collection and experience, we can provide any pattern or hole size you need, even if you don’t see it on our website.
PERFORATED ALUMINIUM BASICS
Perforated aluminum sheet metal complements any structure and adds a visually stunning element to interiors and exteriors alike. An aluminium mesh sheet is an excellent option for designs of all types. Perforated aluminum sheet metal is a popular option, both for functional and aesthetic reasons, and the uses for perforated aluminum panels are virtually unlimited.
CHARACTERISTICS OF ALUMINIUM SHEET WITH HOLES
- Very versatile
- Naturally lightweight and easy to work with
- Highly resistant to corrosion
- Cost-efficient material
- Durable and long-lasting
PERFORATED ALUMINIUM SHEET METAL APPLICATIONS
- Ideal for indoor and outdoor structures
- Decorative surfaces
- Architectural elements
- Noise-resistant walls and ceilings
- Acoustical panels for sound control
- Sunshades to control light
- Privacy applications
- Air diffusers for HVAC equipment
PRODUCT FEATURES
- Enhanced design or appearance of your building
- Curtain wall or substrate installation
- All sunshade types can be custom fitted to your design specifications
- We can help you select the sunshade that is cost-effective and adherer’s to the building specifications
MATERIAL SELECTION
Depending on your design criteria, we can supply sunshades in
- Steel
- Aluminum
- Stainless steel
- Anodized aluminum
COLOR FINISHES
Sunshades can be powder coated or PVDF Kynar finish to match most color samples and can be ordered with
- Matte Finishes
- Solid Color Finishes
OPTIONS FOR PERFORATED ALUMINIUM PANELS
From perforated aluminium panels to perforated aluminium plates to aluminum sheets with holes, you have plenty of patterns and options when it comes to your project. We offer perforated aluminium coils, sheets, blanks, and even fabricated and finished components ready to be installed. Our aluminium mesh sheet is available in thicknesses as light as 24 gauge and as heavy as 1/2″ in widths up to 72″. We offer a wide variety of finishes that enhance the appearance and increase the longevity of your feature.
Our options vary by style and pattern. Accurate Perforating can craft perforated aluminum sheet metal so that the holes are perfectly customized to your project. Using special software and perforating techniques, we can create moving and flowing images in the perforated aluminium panels for compelling building facades. We offer standard straight-line designs as well as staggered to give the unique look, feel, and functionality you require. We can cut varying hole sizes for the perfect perforated aluminium sheet.