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ACM Aluminium Composite Material

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Aluminum Composite Panel is a new decorative material used increasingly by developers, designers and architects world wide for various building and signage applications. The advantages of using ACM over conventional materials such as stone, tiles, and wood are related to its light weight, ease of fabrication and its versatility.

ACM panels consist of two aluminium skins bonded to a polyethylene or fire-retardant mineral core. This sandwich construction creates a panel that is extremely flat, lightweight, and rigid — ideal for large-format signage and architectural cladding where dimensional stability is critical.

⚙Technical Specifications

Material Type

Aluminium Composite Panel (PE Core)

Total Thickness

3mm & 4mm

Aluminium Skin Thickness

0.3mm – 0.5mm

Weight (3mm)

~3.8 kg/m²

Weight (4mm)

~5.5 kg/m²

Tensile Strength

~24 MPa

Flexural Strength

~45 MPa

Peel Strength

>7 N/mm

Weather Resistance

Excellent

Fire Rating

Class B (PE core) / Class A (FR core)

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Applications

Architecture — suspended ceilings, wall linings, doors, office partitions, shop fitting

Display — Signs, digital printing, screen printing, point of sale applications

Transport Industry — Trailer sides, covers, bus linings, marine and train applications

External Signage — pylons, fascia signs, directional signage

Building cladding — facades, column covers, canopies

Available Sizes

Thickness	Sheet Size	Core Type
3mm	2440 x 1220mm	PE / FR
3mm	3050 x 1500mm	PE / FR
4mm	2440 x 1220mm	PE / FR
4mm	3050 x 1500mm	PE / FR
4mm	4050 x 1500mm	PE

Fabrication & Processing

ACM can be V-grooved and folded to create sharp, clean corners without the need for aluminium extrusions. It can also be CNC routed, saw cut, drilled, and riveted. For curved applications, ACM can be roll-formed to achieve consistent radii.

V-grooving — score the back to create precise 90° folds

CNC routing — cut complex sign shapes and lettering

Digital printing — accepts UV-cured and solvent inks directly

Vinyl wrapping — smooth surface ideal for applied graphics

Riveting and bonding — can be mechanically or adhesive fixed

PE Core vs FR Core

Property	PE Core	FR Core
Fire Rating	Class B	Class A
Cost	$	$$
Weight	Lighter	Slightly heavier
Applications	Signage, interior	Building cladding, high-rise
Compliance	Standard signage	BCA / NCC compliant

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need PE core or FR core ACM?+

For general signage, displays, and interior applications, PE core is suitable and more cost-effective. For external building cladding — particularly on buildings over 2 storeys — fire-retardant (FR) core is required to comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA/NCC).

Can ACM be used for outdoor signage?+

Yes. ACM is one of the best materials for outdoor signage due to its flatness, weather resistance, and paintability. The aluminium skins provide excellent UV resistance and the panels won't warp, rot, or delaminate in outdoor conditions.

How do I fold ACM panels?+

Use a V-groove router to score a channel along the back of the panel at the fold line. Remove material down to the front aluminium skin, then fold by hand to create a clean, sharp corner. This technique eliminates the need for corner extrusions.

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