Long-term durability
Nichiha AWP features solid and sturdy 5/8”-thick fiber composite panels which are highly resistant to moisture and impacts. High quality coatings resist fading and, unlike ACM, AWP panels are not prone to denting and scratching.
Nichiha AWP features solid and sturdy 5/8”-thick fiber composite panels which are highly resistant to moisture and impacts. High quality coatings resist fading and, unlike ACM, AWP panels are not prone to denting and scratching.
ACM is just a material until a qualified fabricator cuts, routs, bends, and fashions it into a wall panel. Conversely Nichiha AWP panels are cut and fit to size onsite using standard carpentry tools saving time and money.
Before offsite ACM panel fabrication, detailed shop drawings and field measurements are needed. These time intensive steps are eliminated with Nichiha AWP.
How ACM panels attach to a building and perform against wind and water depends on panel and attachment specs. Nichiha AWP is a complete, fully tested, and code compliant rainscreen wall system, including attachment hardware, flashing, and accessories.
ACM contains a plastic polyethylene core. Nichiha AWP has no plastics and panels are made from abundant natural materials including sand, cement, and cellulose pulp.
Cement-based Nichiha AWP offers superior fire protection with flame spread index of 0 and smoke developed index of 5, outperforming ACM’s premium fire-resistant material option.
Not all ACM wall assemblies provide rainscreen performance. Nichiha AWP features rainscreen attachment hardware that creates a vented and drainable wall cavity.
Nichiha AWP provides up to 50% cost savings on the wall compared to ACM.
The flat sleek look is just the beginning. Unlike ACM, Nichiha AWP lets designers complement their design with the look of wood, concrete block, corrugated metal, brick, stone, and more.
For more than 25 years, lasting Nichiha products have helped architects, owners, and developers achieve a signature look for their clients. Explore nearly infinite combinations of remarkable aesthetic possibilities with our full line commercial catalog.
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