Danube gets an A1 for its 'Made in UAE' fire-resistant aluminium composite panels

Dubai: Add that extra bit of protection against fire hazards.

The first A1-rated 'aluminium composite panel’ approved for use by governments has been launched. Because of their composition, these ‘A1 Alucopanels’ will not contribute to a fire spreading in case of such accidents.

“Alucopanel is a UAE home-grown brand and it's all made in the UAE” said Rizwan Sajan, Chairman of Danube Group and the manufacturer of the panels. “It is a UAE trademark registered brand and carries the UAE brand identity.”

Danube operates its production facility in Jebel Ali.

The A1 benchmark represents a “significant improvement” from the existing A2 ACPs.

Based on performance, ACPs are classified as A1, A2, B, C, D, E and F. A1 being the highest rating signifying non-combustible materials. The A1 rating validates a product’s non-combustible nature.

“Architects, designers, consultants, structural engineers, developers and contractors now have a choice to change the building industry by recommending - and installing - the highest fire-retardant non-combustible A1 ACPs in building façades,” said Sajan.

"This will significantly improve the fire safety record of buildings and structures covered by A1 ACPs.”