Why Choose Graepels Products for Rainscreens?
Graepels is a trusted provider of high-quality materials and innovative solutions for exterior cladding projects and rainscreens.
Safedeck Rainscreen Cladding
Light Profile Cladding
Perforated Cladding
Perforated Metal Rainscreens: Perforated rain screens offer a practical and aesthetically pleasing solution for exterior cladding in buildings. Standard and customised panels are easily manufactured to meet customer requirements. Perforated rainscreens consist of panels with small perforations that allow air and moisture to pass through while providing a protective barrier against rain and other elements. The perforations also create a visually interesting facade, with patterns and textures customized to suit the building’s design requirements. Perforated rain screens are durable, easy to install, and minimal maintenance, making them a popular choice for architects and builders looking to enhance both the performance and appearance of their build.
Woven Wire Mesh Rainscreens: Woven rain screens, also known as mesh rain screens, offer a unique alternative to traditional cladding materials. These screens are made from woven wire mesh, which provides a combination of strength, flexibility, and transparency. Woven rain screens allow air and moisture to circulate freely, helping to prevent moisture buildup and mold growth while still providing protection from rain and wind. The open weave of the mesh also creates a dynamic and visually appealing facade, with the ability to play with light and shadow. Woven rain screens are versatile and can be customized in terms of weave pattern, wire thickness, and finish to achieve the desired aesthetic and performance goals.
Laser Cut Rainscreens: Laser-cut panels possess similar capabilities to perforated panels if using standard geometric shapes, like round, square, hexagonal holes etc., in this instance we would recommend perforating the panels. However, laser cutting is usually used for customers who have a bespoke design in which they have already drawn their design. Bespoke and custom perforations and products like picture perf can often rival laser but it really depends on the project requirements and specifications.
Perforated Metal: Link to Perforated Metal Page
Perforation size: 1mm-154mm (additional Perforation sizes are available on request)
Material specifications; Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Galvanized Steel, Corten, Brass, Copper, Zinc, Titanium, Certain plastics by special request
Sheet Thickness: Popular thickness: 0.75mm – 12mm. Graepels can perforate up to 25mm thick on special request/order.
Sheet size: Standard sizes include 2mx1m, 2.5mx1.25m and 3mx1.5m. Sheets 4mx2m are perforated on our larger machines. Longer lengths up to 6m perforated by special request.
Percentage open area: All open areas are physically possible but standard tooling tends to be between 20% and 60%
Woven Wire Mesh: Link to Woven Wire Mesh Page
Materials: High Tensile Steel, Stainless Steel, Galvanised Steel, Mild Steel (special order), and other materials by special request
Mesh Aperture Range: 2mm – 150mmWoven Mesh Thickness: 2mm – 12mm
Sheet Thickness: Determined by wire mesh dia.Sheet Size: Panel sizes are a maximum of 6m long 2.44m wide, falling within the standard range.
Percentage Open Area: 50% – 75% with other specifications manufactured to order.
Patterns: A variety of patterns are available in our Woven Mesh products, please see our ‘Product Pattern Gallery’ on our woven wire mesh page.
Laser Cutting: Link to Laser Cutting Page?
Material specifications; Stainless Steel, Mild Steel and Aluminum
Material Thickness Range: Enquiry specific – As a general rule we can cut up to half the maximum material thickness range which would be 12mm mild steel, 8mm Stainless Steel and 4mm Aluminium.
Sheet size; – Up to 3000 x 1500mmSize and Shape; There are no limits to shapes and sizes of openings.
Patterns:
CAD Design: Graepels can work with your drawings to ensure accuracy and precision thus we manufacture to customers specifications.
Post Processing: Depending on the material and application, laser- cut components may require additional processing such as surface finishing, welding, or assembly.
Residential Buildings: Rainscreens are increasingly being incorporated into residential construction, particularly in high-rise apartment buildings and condominiums.
Educational Facilities: for use in Schools, colleges, and universities use rainscreens to safeguard their buildings from moisture-related damage and prolong the lifespan of the structure.
Government Buildings: Rainscreens are used in Government offices, municipal buildings, and courthouses.
Cultural and Recreational Centers: Museums, theaters, and sports complexes.
Industrial Facilities: Factories, warehouses, and manufacturing plants.
Transportation Hubs: Airports, train stations, and bus terminals.
Mixed-Use Developments: Rainscreens are also commonly integrated into mixed-use developments comprising residential, commercial, and recreational spaces to provide comprehensive protection and enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of the project.
Renovation and Retrofit Projects: As well as mixed use developments rainscreens are used in renovation and retrofit projects to upgrade existing buildings, improve energy efficiency, and address moisture-related issues without compromising the architectural integrity of the structure.
Industries Served:
Using perforated metal, woven mesh, and laser-cut panels as rainscreens offers a host of benefits:
Moisture Management: Facilitates effective drainage, preventing water damage.
Ventilation: Enhances indoor air quality and reduces energy consumption.
Solar Shading: Controls solar heat gain and glare while maximizing natural light.
Privacy Control: Offers varying levels of privacy without compromising views.
Design Flexibility: Customizable patterns, textures, and finishes for diverse aesthetics.
Durability: Withstands harsh weather conditions and requires minimal maintenance.
Customisation: Tailored to meet specific project requirements for unique designs.
Enhanced Aesthetics: Adds visual interest and architectural detail to building exteriors.
Versatility: Suitable for various building types and design contexts.
Graepels engineered metal products provide both functional advantages, such as moisture management and ventilation, and design opportunities, including customisable aesthetics and sustainability features, making them an Ideal choice for rainscreen applications.
