Fiber Concrete / UHPC

Fiber Concrete Panels
Preferred Partners: 

Material Overview:

Ultra high performance concrete (UHPC) is somewhat “new” to the façade rainscreen marketplace.  Taking advantage of various manufacturing approaches, there are a variety of UHPC or fiber concrete panels available.  The ability to achieve large format sizes, as well as a large range of finishes and custom capabilities, has quickly allowed fiber concrete panels to become very popular within the rainscreen design community.  

Design Considerations:

Fiber Concrete is produced in sheets or molds and then fabricated into finished panels.  Because of the manufacturing approach, fiber cement is often used as a material with “depth” and texture.  Panels often vary in color within individual panels.  Off-fall of material is a key design and fabrication consideration, so as to maximize the panel’s yield.  Both concealed and exposed, color-matched rivet systems are available.  Since many of the fiber concrete projects have strong visual texture, it is more common to select a concealed anchoring system.

Beacon High School - New York, NY

Beacon High School in New York stands as a national example of modern educational architecture, earning recognition for its design excellence. Designed by John Ciardullo Associates, the project showcases a bold and dynamic exterior, made possible in part by the use of ECO Cladding’s Vci.40 sub framing system. This versatile system supported a high-performance rainscreen facade, helping the design team achieve both aesthetic goals and long-term durability. With the Vci.40 system, the project benefitted from a reliable attachment strategy, ensuring code compliance and energy efficiency while supporting the school’s mission to inspire learning through thoughtful design.

Hci.11 System Use Caes

Wall Type: 
Stud
Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Cement
Fiber Concrete / UHPC
HPL Phenolic
Attachment Types: 
Exposed
ExposedRivet

Hci.10 System Use Cae

Wall Type: 
Concrete
Stud
Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Cement
Fiber Concrete / UHPC
HPL Phenolic
Attachment Types: 
Exposed
ExposedRivet

Vci 10 Fiber Concrete / UHPC

Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Concrete / UHPC

Vci 10 Use Case

Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Cement
Fiber Concrete / UHPC

A1.40 Concrete 3

Wall Type: 
Concrete
Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Concrete / UHPC
Attachment Types: 
Concealed

A1.40 Stud 3

Wall Type: 
Stud
Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Concrete / UHPC
Attachment Types: 
Concealed

University of Connecticut Stem Research Center - Storrs, CT

The design of the new transformational science complex ties together research expansion, academic vision, and culture of innovation. Science One is a three-story, academic research building dedicated to the interdisciplinary fields of material science and engineering. The signature building will be the centerpiece of the University of Connecticut’s new Northwest Science Quad science district. Significant improvements planned at the site also include providing more than 4 acres of open space and performative landscapes containing indigenous shade trees, green infrastructure for stormwater management and a conservation area for pollinator species. ECO Cladding’s Alpha Wall Brackets will be utilized for the installation of the fiber concrete and metal panels.

Capital One Campus - Tysons Corner, VA

The Capital One Campus in Tysons Corner, VA, designed by HGA Architects in collaboration with Shalom Baranes Associates, is a striking addition to the region’s evolving skyline. Comprising a tower and podium structure, the corporate campus reflects Capital One’s forward-thinking identity through bold architecture and premium materials.

The façade incorporates 43,000 square feet of Rieder FibreC UHPC panels, supported by ECO Cladding’s engineered bracket systems and the Eci slab-to-slab edge solution, ensuring robust performance and a clean, modern aesthetic. This landmark project helps define the urban fabric of Tysons while setting a new standard for high-rise corporate architecture.

 

Vci 10 Fiber Concrete / UHPC

Cladding Materials: 
Fiber Concrete / UHPC

AVAILABLE SYSTEMS

Sigma Vci.10 Stainless Steel Cladding Support System

Sigma Vci.10 System

Panel sub-framing system with stainless steel Sigma wall brackets for visible rivet attachment for fiber cement, HPL, or fiber concrete panels. Rivet attachment guarantees high pull-out values and ease of installation.

Sigma Vci.40 Stainless Steel Cladding Support System

Sigma Vci.40 System

Panel sub-framing system with stainless steel Sigma wall brackets for panel attachment with concealed, undercut anchors for cement composite, ceramic, stone, HPL, and fiber concrete panels.

Sigma Hci.10 Stainless Steel Cladding Support System

Sigma Hci.10 System

Panel sub-framing system with stainless steel Sigma wall brackets for visible rivet attachment for fiber cement, HPL, or fiber concrete panels. Rivet attachment guarantees high pull-out values and ease of installation.

Sigma Hci.11 Stainless Steel Cladding Support System

Sigma Hci.11 System

Panel Subframing system that offers visible rivet fixing for fiber cement, HPL, or fiber concrete panels. Rivet attachment guarantees high pull-out values and ease of installation.

Alpha Eci.11 Rainscreen System

Alpha Eci.11 System

Panel Subframing system that offers visible rivet fixing for fiber cement, HPL, or fiber concrete panels using our Alpha E edge-to-edge wall bracket. Large spans can be achieved due to a solid supporting beam recess. Rivet attachment guarantees high pull-out values and ease of installation.

Alpha Eci.40 System

Alpha Eci.40 System

Panel Subframing system that offers panel attachment using concealed, undercut anchors for cement composite, ceramic, stone, HPL, and fiber concrete panels using our Alpha E edge-to-edge wall bracket. Large spans can be achieved due to a solid supporting beam recess.

Recent Projects

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