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Building height and occupancy set the minimum fire class, confirm with your fire engineer.
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UAE Civil Defence Approval
ACP that meets the UAE Fire & Life Safety Code: A2 and A1 grades classified to EN 13501-1, with Third-Party Certificates for your submission.
UAE Civil Defence approved ACP
In the UAE, external cladding must satisfy the UAE Fire & Life Safety Code enforced by Civil Defence. ALUCOPANEL® supplies aluminium composite panel in A2 (limited combustibility) and A1 (non-combustible) grades that carry the reaction-to-fire classifications Civil Defence requires, with Third-Party Certificates supplied for your submission.
This is the documentation that lets consultants specify and contractors submit with confidence: the right fire class for the building height and occupancy, backed by EN 13501-1 test reports and an ISO 9001 quality system.
| Grade | Classification | Typical acceptance |
|---|---|---|
| ALUCOPANEL® A1 | A1 non-combustible (EN 13501-1) | High-rise / high-risk |
| ALUCOPANEL® A2 | A2-s1,d0 (EN 13501-1) | Most UAE facades |
| ALUCOPANEL® FR | Fire-retardant | Where the strategy permits |
Getting your facade approved
Use a tested grade
A1 and A2 carry EN 13501-1 classifications recognised by Civil Defence.
Submit the Third-Party Certificates
We supply test reports and Technical Datasheets for your Civil Defence submission.
Document the build-up
Insulation, cavity barriers and fixings form part of the approved system.
Need the paperwork?
See our full approvals and certifications, or contact us for the Third-Party Certificates and Technical Datasheets your submission needs.
Frequently asked questions
What is UAE Civil Defence approval for cladding?
It is acceptance of a facade cladding material under the UAE Fire & Life Safety Code, enforced by Civil Defence. Grades such as A2 and A1, classified to EN 13501-1, carry the performance Civil Defence requires.
Which ALUCOPANEL® grades are Civil Defence approved?
ALUCOPANEL® A1 (non-combustible) and A2 (limited combustibility) carry the EN 13501-1 classifications recognised for UAE facades; FR is a fire-retardant grade for applications where the fire strategy permits.
How do I get Third-Party Certificates for my project?
We supply EN 13501-1 test reports, Technical Datasheets and Third-Party Certificates with orders and on request, so you can complete your Civil Defence and consultant submissions.
Which fire class does my building need?
It depends on building height and occupancy. High-rise and high-risk buildings typically require A2 or A1; confirm the exact class with your fire consultant against the current UAE Fire & Life Safety Code.
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