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ACM Cladding Remediation

Trident Facades provides ACM cladding remediation services for buildings where aluminium composite material cladding forms part of an external wall system requiring remedial works.

ACM remediation can involve investigation, removal, replacement and associated work to insulation, cavity barriers, fire stopping, support systems and other external wall components.

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What Is ACM Cladding?

Aluminium composite material (ACM) cladding consists of aluminium skins bonded to a core material. Different ACM products and core constructions have different characteristics, so the specific product and external wall build-up need to be established as part of the assessment.

Where ACM forms part of an external wall system with life-safety fire risk, the appropriate remediation response should be established through the relevant competent assessment and remediation strategy.

Government guidance recognises that remediation may involve removal and replacement of unsafe cladding systems, while the appropriate solution depends on the circumstances of the building and assessment.

ACM Cladding Remediation Services

Our service can include:

  • Review of existing assessment information
  • Façade investigation
  • ACM identification
  • Remediation strategy
  • Design and specification
  • ACM removal
  • Disposal
  • Insulation replacement
  • Cavity barrier works
  • Fire stopping
  • Replacement cladding
  • Interface works
  • Completion

Complete ACM Remediation

  • Assessment

    1

    A thorough forensic review of the building’s current exterior.

    Key actions: Core sampling of the existing panels, insulation testing, and a fire engineering survey to understand the exact composition of the current facade and the extent of the risk.

  • Strategy

    2

    Developing a tailored remediation plan based on the assessment findings.

    Key actions: Outlining the scope of work, determining whether partial or full replacement is required, planning logistics (like scaffolding and tenant management), and budgeting.

  • Design

    3

    Engineering the new, compliant exterior system.

    Key actions: Selecting certified non-combustible materials (such as A1 or A2-rated panels and insulation), creating architectural drawings, and securing building control or regulatory approval.

  • ACM Removal

    4

    Safely stripping away the hazardous legacy materials.

    Key actions: Erecting secure containment systems, systematically removing the non-compliant ACM panels and outdated cavity barriers, and responsibly disposing of hazardous waste.

    See our ACM Cladding Removal service.

  • Replacement

    5

    Installing the modern, fire-safe cladding system.

    Key actions: Fitting certified fire breaks, installing non-combustible insulation, and mounting the new, aesthetically pleasing, and fully compliant exterior panels.

    See our ACM Cladding Replacement service.

  • Completion

    6

    Final handover and sign-off.

    Rigorous quality inspections, issuing building safety certificates and warranties, and providing the necessary documentation (such as EWS1 forms or regulatory sign-offs) to restore the building’s marketability and insurance standing.

ACM Remediation and PAS 9980

Where external wall fire risk is being assessed through a FRAEW using PAS 9980:2022 methodology, the assessment considers the construction of the external wall and the relevant risk factors before recommendations are made.

The current Cladding Safety Scheme guidance specifically links eligible cladding remediation works to recommendations arising from a suitable FRAEW.

Detailed external wall assessment services are provided by our dedicated survey team:

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