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High-Density vs. Medium-Density for Fiber Cement Panels
Fiber cement panels are widely used in the construction industry for cladding and facade applications due to their durability, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. These panels come in various densities, typically categorized as high-density (HD) and medium-density (MD). The differences in density significantly affect the panels' technical properties, handling, fabrication, and application... Read More
Holdrum Middle School Cladding Corp Swisspearl Clinar High Density Fiber Cement Panels
We take great pride in being an integral part of transformative projects that enhance educational environments. One such project focuses on comprehensive renovations across River Vale's district schools. Among the key highlights is our collaboration with LAN Associates at Holdrum Middle School, where innovative design meets functionality to create a truly modern learning space. Holdrum Middle... Read More
HHMI Janelia Research Campus Apartments Cladding Corp Swisspearl
We are proud to be a part of the HHMI Janelia Research Campus Apartments project in Ashburn, VA. Part of the continual expansion of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), these rainscreen-clad apartments serve as housing for visiting research fellows and their families. The architectural design, expertly crafted by WDG Architecture Planning Interiors, seamlessly integrates with the natural... Read More
Swisspearl Magazine 30 Vibrant Colors
At Cladding Corp, we take pride in being an authorized distributor of Swisspearl's architectural-grade fiber cement cladding panels in a vibrant spectrum of colors. Colors have an inherent power to captivate us, evoking emotions and leaving lasting impressions. They communicate messages, define symbols, and influence behavior. And when it comes to construction, colors go beyond aesthetics,... Read More
Grooved Terra5 Rainscreen Tiles for Eaton Elementary Addition
Sigal Grunley Joint Venture, in collaboration with Cox Graae and Spack Architects, recently completed the renovation of the John Eaton Elementary School in Washington, DC using grooved Terra5 terracotta panels. CGS selected Terra5 Terracotta Rainsceen panels with a unique grooved pattern to complement the elements of this modern façade addition. The terracotta rainscreen portions blend well with... Read More
Cladding Corp Buffalo AKG Art Museum
In the world of architecture and design, collaboration often yields remarkable results. One such impressive collaborative project comes in the form of the Buffalo AKG Art Museum's recent expansion and update. Led by OMA with Cooper Robertson, this ambitious undertaking marks the third expansion in the museum's history. A critical part of the renovation - the need to link the historic museum (... Read More
NYC Building Code Update: Swisspearl Panels Can Be Installed Without Fireblocking In NYC
Swisspearl Group his the first to secure a product acceptance letter under the new fireblocking language in the 2022 NYC Construction Code. The new building codes are much more restrictive on materials than most people are talking about. Despite having a long history of use in NYC, specifically to avoid fire concerns, Fiber Cement, and other non-combustible products not specifically listed in the... Read More
Cladding Corp The UNM Lobo Welcome Center
Architecture has the power to shape our experiences and perceptions of the spaces we inhabit. It's the harmony between form and function that brings life to a building, transcending it from a mere structure to a work of art. The University of New Mexico (UNM) Lobo Welcome Center project, currently nearing completion, stands as a testament to this very notion. At the heart of this ambitious... Read More