A2 · EN 13501-1
FR A2 ACP
Class A2 fire-rated panel with a high mineral content core for high-rise facades and public buildings under the strictest fire regulations.
Fire Code Compliance
Matching the panel to the code clause, and supplying the test report that gets the submission approved.
The Problem
Why This Matters
Fire class is not a product feature to be chosen on preference. It is written into the local code by building height and use, and the wrong choice on a large elevation can mean re-cladding the building.
The Numbers
| EN 13501-1 | A2-s1, d0 — report from an EU-notified body |
|---|---|
| GB 8624-2012 | A2 and B1 — National Center for Building Materials Testing |
| ASTM E84 | Class A — for the North American market |
| Standard PE core | B2, normal flammable — interior decoration only |
| A2 core weight | Roughly 50% heavier than a PE core |
Process
How We Run It
- Send the code referenceProject location, building height, use, and the clause you are working to.
- We specify the classA2 mineral core, B1 flame-retardant core, or standard core where no class is imposed.
- Test reports issuedEN 13501-1, GB 8624-2012 and ASTM E84 reports supplied on request before the order.
- Coating chosen separatelyCore and surface are independent, so the fire class does not restrict the colour.
- Production and batch recordPanels produced with the core stated on the order and recorded per batch.
Reference Figures
Everything On One Sheet
| EN 13501-1 | A2-s1, d0 — report from an EU-notified body |
|---|---|
| GB 8624-2012 | A2 and B1 — National Center for Building Materials Testing |
| ASTM E84 | Class A — for the North American market |
| Standard PE core | B2, normal flammable — interior decoration only |
| A2 core weight | Roughly 50% heavier than a PE core |
|---|---|
| A2 core price | About 1.8–2.2× a standard PE-core panel per m² |
| High-rise pattern | Above about 24 m, A2 is usually required |
| Mid-rise pattern | A2 or B1 depending on the local code |
Range
Products For This Solution
A2 · EN 13501-1
B1 · GB 8624
FR B1 ACP
Class B1 fireproof panel balancing fire performance, flatness and cost — the workhorse for regulated cladding projects.
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PVDF Coated ACP
KYNAR500-based fluorocarbon coating baked 2–3 times for a 25 μm+ film. The standard choice for exterior wall cladding.
Stainless / Copper
Metal Composite Panel
Stainless, copper and other metal skins laminated in-house for premium architectural expressions.
Knowledge
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FAQ
Fire Code Compliance FAQ
Which class does my project need?
The local code decides, using building height and use. As a pattern: high-rise above about 24 m needs A2; mid-rise commercial, hospitals and schools take A2 or B1; low-rise commercial and interior partitions are often acceptable in standard core.
Do you provide test certificates?
Yes — EN 13501-1 (A2-s1, d0), GB 8624-2012 (A2 and B1) and ASTM E84 (Class A). Certificates and recent test data are available on request.
Does a fire-rated core limit colour choice?
No. Core and coating are specified separately, so any standard or custom colour can be supplied on B1 or A2 core.
Is standard ACP fire rated?
Standard PE-core panel is classified B2, normal flammable, under GB 8624 and is suitable for interior decoration only.
Talk To The Factory
Talk To Us About Fire Code Compliance
Send what you have — a sample, a code clause or a schedule — and we will tell you what we need next.
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