BMW Showroom Exterior Façade

As an alternative to more expensive traditional cassette panels, SpeedDeck ACM (Aluminum Composite Material) cladding panels were specified. These could be offered in flat panel format and, using SikaTack® Panel Adhesive, would achieve the same effect at significantly reduced site costs. For the Cooper Croydon BMW dealership, it was the cost-effective solution to a stylish aesthetic that complemented the automotive company’s prestigious look.

It was the latest in a line of new BMW dealerships to be built by main contractor Talbot Construction working with specialist cladding contractor Gale Construction. 

Working to a strict design style and selection of materials, the aluminium façade is an integral part of the dealership’s overall branding and ensures it matches other dealerships. To secure the flat SpeedDeck ACM panels using traditional cladding methods could have left the sleek, aluminium finish with face fixings.

Proplast CM100, Proplast RC100, Probuild PB200 made it possible to create this look without any visible fixings. It has been developed by DCP, the leader in specialist construction materials. One of the biggest advantages of its revolutionary secret fix is that it simply cannot be seen. This meant the developer’s vision of a smooth clean exterior could be realised without anything spoiling the view. 

Following preparation and priming of all surfaces, the ACM panels were temporarily fixed in place using DCPs specially made 3mm thick doublesided tape, whilst the Proplast CM100, Proplast RC100, Probuild PB200 Adhesive got to work. When set, the panels were fully bonded to the structure.

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