In technical collaboration with - Harwal Group of Companies

In technical collaboration
with
U.S.A.

ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Index
Introduction: Group Harwal P 2
Interplast Company Ltd. P 3
Alupex: Aluminium Composite Panels P 4/5
Application & Advantages P 6
Quality & Test Certificates P 7/8
Approved & Completed Projects P 9/17
Fabrication Guidelines P 18
Accessories & Installation P 19
Technical Specifications P 20
Standard Guarantee P 21
Ireland
USA
UK
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The difference is...
... to perceive, create & swiftly deliver
UAE
ARMENIA
UAE - RUSSIA
UAE
USA
UAE - KSA - FRANCE - UK - RUSSIA
Intuition... Innovation... Agility...
The GROUP HARWAL’s primary business is based on plastic & metal products, with over 60
years of experience in different processes and technologies. Plastic Compounds, Building
Materials, Pipe Line Systems, Housing Systems, Shelters, Electrical Products, Household
Items, Storage Containers, Garden Sheds, Plastic Disposables, Packaging Materials, Outdoor
Products, Refrigeration, Residential & Contract Furniture are just some of the products
manufactured by HARWAL under our wide spread manufacturing facilities in UAE, USA &
CIS countries.
With an annual conversion capacity of 200,000 metric tons of plastic and 20,000 tons of
aluminium & steel, the Group has come to the forefront of their respective industries.
Group Companies
UAE
UAE
INTERPOLYMER
UAE
UAE
GERMANY
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UAE - OMAN - KSA - RUSSIA
NETHERLANDS
Harwal Containers Manufacturing LLC
UAE
ARMENIA
ARMENIA
ARMENIA
ENGINEERING

innovation is our culture...
Interplast was established in 1981 to manufacture PVC compounds and over the
years has developed an extensive range of compounds for different applications
such as sidings, pipe fittings, cable insulation, sheathing, containers, rigid and
flexible profiles as well as clear tubing. In 1983, Interplast diversified into finished
products with the introduction of DECODUCT Electrical Cable Management
Systems.
Starting with UPVC Conduits, Trunking and Fittings, Interplast has since added
many new products to its electrical range. Major additions were Underground
Cable Protection Systems and a range of wiring devices marketed under the
tradenames of INTERGARD and EDISON respectively and a full range of metal
trunking and cable trays complete with accessories in co-operation with its sister
company TSSC.
Having realized that further diversification was needed to fulfill the company’s
growth strategy, it expanded into flexible packaging and thermoformed products
for the food industry. These products are marketed under the trade names of
DECOPACK and DECOFORM.
Within its DECOPACK range, the company developed unique products such as
plastic and paper luxury shopping bags as well as multi layer film for various
applications. To serve its growing European customer base, Interplast
established Interplast UK in the United Kingdom, followed by the opening of
Interplast’s office in Paris, France.
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INTERPLAST
A MANUFACTURER 0F LEADING PRODUCTS SUCH AS:
Another significant development in recent years has been in the
area of Home Improvement products.
Interplast manufactures a range of PVC storage sheds, window
profiles, door panels, PVC siding as well as fencing systems which
are sold throughout the world.
The Building Materials Division of Interplast is offering a new
product range ALUPEX ® Aluminium Composite Panel, Catering to
the architectural and construction industry.

Introduction
The Building Materials Division is providing innovative products for the
continuously expanding construction industry in the middle east. This
division’s primary goal is to develop & manufacture quality products required
for the modern building architecture.
The latest addition to our building material’s product range is ALUPEX ®
Aluminium Composite Panels developed in technical collaboration with US
Polymers INC, U.S.A. ALUPEX ® , is the next generation solution for all types
of cladding and building surfaces. It is a unique and versatile cladding material
used in enhancing new trends of modern architecture.
ALUPEX ® is manufactured with state-of-the-art technology of multi-layer extrusion lamination where two skins of non-corrosive special grade
ALUMINIUM metal sheets are bonded on to the non-toxic Polyethylene thermoplastic or a fire retardant mineral core to form a sandwich panel.
The external skin surface is available in various finishes and colours made from fluoropolymer (PVDF) paint coatings.
Our in-house coating facility, equipped with advanced three-roller reversal precision coating machinery, is supported by a leading Europeon
paint manufacturer. The external surface is further protected by an easy-to-peel protective film. The internal skin surface is supplied with a
non-corrosive service coating to further enhance its protection from cement or galvanic corrosion after installation.
A fully integrated manufacturing facility with state-of-the-art coil coating facility and In-house testing laboratory is providing quality products
designed to meet the harsh weather conditions of the Gulf region.
ALUPEX ® - Aluminium Composite Panel Product Range
This product range of composite panels is lighter and superior in strength-to-weight ratio, suitable for
day-to-day use for external and internal wall claddings in modern architectural buildings to create
attractive & durable finishes with low maintenance.
This range is manufactured using a thermoplastic polyethylene core conforming to CLASS 1 (BS 476)
fire rating of British Standard and high performance Aluminium Alloys to ensure faster and easy
fabrication methods.
The external Aluminium surface of panels is coated with superior PVDF (Poly Vinylidene Difluoride)
paints to maintain consistent decorative finish of the building surface over extended period of time
even in harsh Gulf weather conditions.
Panel Thickness:
External Aluminium Skin Thickness:
Internal Aluminium Skin Thickness:
Available Panel Widths:
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A single person can carry a lightweight
Alupex panel off size 1200 x 2400 x 4mm
with ease, as shown above.
3 mm, 4 mm & 6 mm
0.5 mm
0.5, 0.4 mm
1000, 1250 & 1500 mm

Standard Panel Thickness:
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Fire Retardant Aluminium Composite Panels manufactured using a
non-combustible fire retardant mineral core conforming to CLASS 0
(BS476) fire rating of British Standard certified by European testing
laboratories.
This product range is manufactured using a high grade of Aluminium
Alloys (E.g. AL1100 or AL3003 or AL 3105) to ensure lower oxidation
and superior non-corrosive cladding system for high-end architectural
requirements in commercial and public buildings.
The external Aluminium surface is coated with 2 and/or 3 coats system
in PVDF (Poly Vinylidene Difluoride) paints using special purpose base
primer coatings to ensure superior performance under severe and harsh
weather conditions for extended periods.
Standard External Aluminium Skin Thickness:
Standard Internal Aluminium Skin Thickness:
Standard Panel Widths:
Standard Panel Thickness:
Standard External Aluminium Skin Thickness:
Standard Internal Aluminium Skin Thickness:
Standard Panel Widths:
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4 mm, & 6mm
0.5 mm
0.5, 0.4 mm
1000, 1250 & 1500 mm
A unique and revolutionary STONE finish Aluminium Composite Panels manufactured using latest coil coating technology . The top skin of
Aluminium is coated repeatedly with different colour patterns in PVDF, Polyester and Polyurethane to achieve a naturally look-alike marble,
granite and other stone patterns. The high gloss and consistent colour strengths are maintained by high temperature drying (up to 255˚C). An
additional topcoat of clear PVDF is used to maintain extended weathering performance for external cladding applications.
These look-alike stone skins are then subjected to conventional high-pressure extrusion lamination process to manufacture ALUPEX ® TONE
composite panels. There are various granite and marble finishes available identical to natural stones with higher strength-to weight ratio.
These panels are the best alternative to conventionally heavy granite & marble tiles.
AX 37083
Coffee Brown
AX 37052
Colonial Cream
AX 37128
Imperial Red
AX 37251
Rosy Red
3, 4 mm
0.5 mm
0.5, 0.4 & 0.3 mm
1000, & 1250 mm
AX 37125
Tan Red
AX 37333
Black Sapphire

Advantages
Applications
• External Wall Cladding, Building Fascia and Facade Finishes
• Curtain Walls and Internal Wall Finishes
• Rooftop Edges, Parapet Walls and Wall Canopies
• Spandrel, Column Covers and Beam Wraps
• Balconies and Patio Wall Claddings
• Partition and Ceiling Panels
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• Stairways, Elevators and Kiosk Panels
• Advertising Display Sign Boards
• Public and Commercial Display Walls
• Poster Hoardings and Exhibition Rooms
• Shop Sign Boards and Showroom Finishes
• Machine Casings and Furniture Accessories
Performance with lightness: A proven strength-to-weight ratio surpassing the solid Aluminium, steel or concrete material.
Surface with choice and longevity: Coated with specially formulated fluoropolymer (PVDF) based paints in variety of colours &
decorative finishes and a life expectancy of upto 20 years.
High tolerance with elegance & beauty: A reliable surface performance to withstand extreme and harsh weather conditions of
the Gulf and of coastal areas to maintain its elegance and beauty.
Durability with consistency: Manufactured with a corrosion resistant system to provide durability against temperature fluctuations,
moisture, chemicals and ultra violet exposures.
Quality with confidence: High quality ensures flatness without distortion, surface smoothness without deflection, extra peel-off
resistance and high impact strength.
Saving energy for a healthier environment: Helps in generating a pseudo-insulation and barrier to reduce the heat and sound
transmission losses.
Easy installation and economical option: Can be formed in any shape, angle or curve with ordinary metal and wood working
machinery and can be installed using conventional accessories
PROPERTIES
Weight (kg/m 2 )
Sound Insulation (dB)
Heat Transmission
Coefficient (kcal/m 2 h C)
Flatness
Weathering
Fabrication
Maintenance
Installation
Fire Properties
Panel Size
Handling
Overall Cost
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
comparison with other cladding materials
ALUPEX ®
4mm thick
5.40
25
5.14
excellent
excellent
easy
low
easy
good
Large
(1.22m x 2.4m or longer)
easy
low
Aluminium
3 mm thick
7.93
15
6.4
average
average
difficult
high
extra care
average
not so easy
high
Steel
1.5mm thick
11.44
5
7.3
average
average
difficult
high
difficult
good
Medium Medium
not so easy
high
Granite
30mm thick
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structure based
structure based
good
good
not possible
average
difficult
excellent
not so large
difficult
very high

Quality & Test Certificates
Ireland
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
UK USA UAE
UK
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Quality & Test Certificates
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
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Project Approvals
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
ALUPEX ® Aluminium Composite Panel is approved by following leading Engineering Consultants:
1) WS Atkins & Partners Overseas
2) Lacasa Engineering Consultants
3) The Engineer
4) National Engineering Bureau
5) Art Consultants
6) Schuter Pecthold
7) Gulf International Consultants
8) Horizon Engineering Consultants
9) Adnan Saffarini Engineering Consultants
10) Mazaya Engineering Consultants
11) LEO Engineering Consultants
12) Al Nahda Engineering Consultants
13) Nutek Engineers & Architects
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14) Mimar Emirates
15) Elit Consultants
16) QHC Architects and Engineers
17) Badri & Bensouda Consultants
18) Archon Group
19) CAB Consultants
20) Al Ajmi Engineering Consultants
21) Bu Humaid Engineering Consultants
22) Meecon ME
23) Al Asri Engineering Consultants
24) Arex Consultants
25) Emirates Design Consortium
Project: PPM Conrad Hotel
Consultant: WS Atkins & Partners Overseas

Project Approvals
Project: Skycourts
Consultant: Lacasa Engineering Consultants
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Project: Iris Bay
Consultant: WS Atkins & Partners Overseas
RTA - Dubai Metro
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Completed Projects
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Project: Dubai Sports City Consultant:
QHC Architects & Engineers
UAE
Project: Dubai Sports City Consultant:
QHC Architects & Engineers
Project: Dubai Sports City
UAE
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Project: RTA - Dubai Metro
UAE
Consultant:
QHC Architects & Engineers
UAE

Completed Projects
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Consultant:
Adnan Saffarini Eng. Consultants
UAE
Consultant:
Mazaya Eng. Consultants
UAE
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Consultant:
Mazaya Eng. Consultants
UAE

Completed Projects
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
UAE
Contractor:
Tiger Contracting Company
UAE
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Consultant:
Al Nahda Eng. Consultants
UAE

Completed Projects
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
IRAN
IRAN
Consultant:
LEO Eng. Consultants
UAE
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Consultant:
Gulf International Consultants
UAE
Consultant:
Horizon Eng. Consultants
UAE

Completed Projects
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Consultant:
Nutek Engineers & Architects
UAE UAE
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Consultant:
Mimar Emirates
Consultant:
Elit Consultants
UAE

Completed Projects
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Consultant:
Al Ajmi Eng. Consultants
UAE
Consultant:
Meecon Middle East
UAE
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Consultant:
Emirates Design Consortium
UAE
Consultant:
Gulf International Consultants
UAE

Completed Projects
Consultant:
Badri & Bensouda Eng. Consultants
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Consultant:
CAB Consultants
UAE
UAE
UAE
Consultant:
Archon Group
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UAE
Consultant:
Bu Humaid Eng. Consultants
UAE

Fabrication Guidelines
ALUPEX ® can be formed in any shape, angle or curve with ordinary metal and wood working machinery to fulfil requirements of any cladding
and design manifestos. Folding, curving, bending, cutting, joining, fastening, drilling etc. can be adopted with simple, easy and economical
skills to shape any architectural design form with flexibility.
GROOVING - Routing a groove using a
disk or end-milling cutter is much more
easier than making a groove in a wooden
substrate. Kindly ensure that 0.28mm of
plastic core material remains at the base
of groove for flat and consistent bending
at the groove during fabrication.
SAWING - Alupex panels can be cut with
a circular, band or jigsaw similar to any
other wood cutting process.
ø 8
+0.2
-0.0 mm 2
90 0 BEND
90 o r-2 mm
0.8mm
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
r
JIGGING - Alupex panels can be cut to
any shape and size by a contour cutting
process with water jets, profile milling
machines, contour saws and jigsaws.
GLUEING - Adhesive tape, liquid
adhesive, double sided adhesive tapes
etc. can be used on back surfaces.
Please note that these adhesives cannot
be used for the inner plastic cores and
also usage on the top painted surface is
not advisable.
90 0 BEND WITH RADIUS
ø 8
14 mm
r-7 mm
1.5 mm r
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BENDING - This can be done by using a
folding table or break press where the
inside bending radius is approximately
10 to 11 times of the panel thickness.
For the mass production it is advisable to
make a prototype. Please be aware that
the spring-back effect in case of these
panels is higher than that with other solid
metal sheets.
PUNCHING - These can be punched with
any conventional sheet punching
machines with evenly grounded tools
and narrowest cutting gap. Please note
that an inappropriate punching can cause
an indentation on the top surface.
135 o
ø 8
+0.2
-0.0 mm 2
45 0 BEND
0.8 mm
r-2 mm
45 o
r

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Accessories & Installation
ALUPEX ®
Sealant
Intermittent Aluminium 'L' angle
Aluminium Continuous 'L' angle
Anchor Bolt
Fastening Bolt
Aluminium 'L' Bracket
Concrete
Window Frame
Vertical fixing
SLOPE
Fixing to parapet
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3
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Side Wall fixing Fixing to window frame
A typical fabricated panel
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Column cladding
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Technical Specifications
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Property Description Result Standard / Remarks
1 Average Panel Weight - ALUPEX ® FR
a) 4mm thk.
b) 6mm thk.
2 Average Panel Weight - ALUPEX ® and ALUPEX ® TONE
a) 3mm thk. 4.80 kg/m 2
b) 4mm thk. 5.40 kg/m 2
c) 6mm thk. 7.25 kg/m 2
MECHANICAL / THERMAL PROPERTIES
1 Tensile strength - Aluminium 180 N/mm 2
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7.50 kg/m2 ASTM D792
10.75 kg/m2 ASTM D792
ASTM D792
ASTM D792
ASTM D792
Alum. Asso.
2 Bond Strength 26.70 N/mm 2
ASTM D903
3 Shear Rigidity 2.52 KN/mm 2
ASTM C393
4 Alupex Peel/Tearing Strength - 180˚
a) 3mm thk. upto 18 kgm
7 >300˚ C ASTM D648
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2 ASTM D903
b) 4mm thk. upto 23 kgm 2 ASTM D903
5 Bond Performance
48 hrs. of submersion in boiling water and
after 21 days of immersion in water at 90˚ F.
No Change Passed
6 Temperature Resistance
(from -50˚ C to + 100˚ C)
No Change Passed
Deflection Temperature
Fire Retardant Classification
Class 0 & Class 1 BS 476 - Part 6 & 7
9 Sound Reduction 4mm
STC = 25 def ASTM E 90 - 04
SURFACE COATING
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
1 Dry Film Thickness (based on colour) 20 to 35µm ECCA - T1 (1995)
2 Pencil Hardness HB - H ASTM D3363
3 Adhesion No Adhesion loss or Cracking ASTM D3359
4 T bend Test No Tape off/no Cracks - 1-T ASTM D4145
5 Specular Gloss 20˚ - 30˚ (10 - 40%) ASTM D523
6 Reverse Impact No Cracking or loss of Adhesion ASTM D2794
7 Mortar Resistance No effect ASTM C267
8 Acid Pollutants No effect ASTM D1308
9 Salt Spray - 3000 hours Pass ASTM B117
10 Humidity - 3000 hours 100% @ 95˚F Unaffected ASTM D 2247
11 Acid Rain Test 15 Cycles minimum Kesternich
12 Alkali Resistance No effect Kesternich
13 Abrasion / Falling Sand Resist 65-85 Litres/mil. ASTM D 968
WEATHERING PERFORMANCE - PVDF Topcoat
1 South Florida Exposure < 5 NBS Units Change ASTM D 2244
2 UVB (313 bulbs)
Passed, 3,000hrs. ASTM D822
3 Chalk Resistance
Rating of 8 min. ASTM D 659

STANDARD GUARANTEE
20
*UP TO
20
YEARS
ALUMINIUM COMPOSITE PANELS
Interplast Co. Ltd. guarantees the performance of ALUPEX ®
Aluminium Composite Panels for a period upto 20 years* depending
on the type and class of the product.
This guarantee is valid, provided the Alumninium Composite Panels
are installed by a qualified and experienced contractor as per our
suggested installation guidlines and the material is not subjected to
abnormal and improper use.
This guarantee covers the company’s limited liability, which does not
extend to cover any consequential injury, loss or damage
* T h e p r o d u c t g u a r a n t e e i s c o d d i t i o n a l b a s e d o n t h e p r o d u c t & p r o j e c t c a t e g o r y .
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20
*UP TO
20
YEARS
* Subject to the terms & condition

NOTES
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Manufactured by:
www.alupex.net
INTERPLAST COMPANY LIMITED
Home Improvement & Building Materials Division
P. O. Box: 4679, Sharjah, U.A.E. Tel: +971-6-539 55 77, Fax: +971-6-539 57 75
E-mail:interplast@emirates.net.ae
INTERPLAST UK. LTD.
15 High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 3QA
Tel: (+44) 01467 629555, Fax: (+44) 01467 672191
email: Sales@interplast.co.uk
INTERNATIONAL PLASTIC CENTRE LLC
P. O. Box: 270982, Riyadh 11352, Saudi Arabia
Tel: +966 1 2267110, Fax: +966 1 2267885
email: ipc@atheer.net.sa
M/10/2009
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