The PC-ALU architectural metal fabric from GKD – Gebr. Kufferath AG is a component of renowned architectural projects the world over – both for interior applications and building façades. GKD has therefore decided to extend the potential applications of this bestseller among high-grade metal design fabrics. Accordingly, the fabric type is now available in five graded degrees of permeability. This means that architecture firms and planning offices can now use the PC-ALU aluminum fabric in a more targeted way to meet project-specific requirements. The creative design options are also significantly greater.

As the world’s leading company for architectural metal fabric, GKD is catering to both the wishes and requirements of customers with its extended portfolio of PC-ALU fabrics. These new options will make it easier for planning offices and architecture firms to find the right product for any application, for example when certain fabric permeabilities are required in order to achieve optimized room acoustics or to meet specific fire safety regulations.

The aperture of the PC-ALU metal fabrics increases by 1 mm with each different version. As such, GKD has now applied the aperture gradations of its Omega stainless steel fabric to this aluminum fabric:

• PC-ALU 6020. Open area: 35%. Weight: 2.7 kg/m2
• PC-ALU 6030. Open area: 46%. Weight: 2.2 kg/m2
• PC-ALU 6040. Open area: 53%. Weight: 1.9 kg/m2
• PC-ALU 6050. Open area: 58%. Weight: 1.7 kg/m2
• PC-ALU 6060. Open area: 63%. Weight: 1.5 kg/m2

The functional versatility of PC-ALU is also complemented by the aesthetic opportunities it opens up. The aluminum fabrics are available in an anodized finish with a wide range of color nuances. The anodized PC-ALU fabric provides architects and planners with creative options for individual room designs.