ECO Cladding

Summer’s Here - Time to Optimize Your Wall’s Thermal Performance!

As temperatures climb, the building envelope’s role in energy conservation becomes critical. ECO Cladding’s thermally broken sub-framing systems and variable-depth brackets ensure better insulation performance without compromising structural safety - critical in all climates.

The Nueces Tower in Austin, TX, designed by Niles Bolton Associates, is a great example of how variable-depth bracket systems can help support striking, thermally-efficient designs. We supported this facade's perforated metal panels with our slab-to-slab bracket system, delivering structural integrity, thermal performance, and a sleek façade that withstands Texas heat while maintaining aesthetics AND proper ventilation.

Kent State University’s Fine Arts Building on the Stark Campus recently underwent a comprehensive renovation and expansion to support its rapidly growing music, visual arts, and theater departments.

To bring this vision to life, we supplied an engineered subframing approach that supports a dual façade of ACM and terracotta rainscreen panels.

Our approach to rainscreen support systems gives designers the ability to interchange multiple cladding materials on the same elevation and/or project seamlessly with the same non-combustible, thermally broken substructure components and wall bracket assembly. Our systems offered the flexibility, durability, and superior thermal performance required for a high-performance building envelope - perfectly matching the university’s commitment to design excellence and long-term building resilience.

Ready to deliver the same level of performance and design excellence on your next project? Contact ECO Cladding today for expert support in rainscreen systems and façade subframing: 855.237.3370 Or email us at [email protected]

🟫 Architect: Hasenstab Architects
🟫 Cladding Materials: ACM / MCM Metal Plate & Terracotta

Warmer weather means variable temperatures, unpredictable storms, and fluctuating humidity - a true test for façades. ECO Cladding’s subframing systems have proven their durability and flexibility on projects like Chaffey College Library and Fuller Middle School, supporting cladding panels through seasonal expansion, contraction, and weather exposure.

Our thermally broken, non-combustible attachment systems create the best support approach for various panel products, accommodate expansion and contraction of cladding materials, and contribute to the long-term energy efficiency of the entire envelope.

See how our systems support façades through seasonal transitions.

Explore our project portfolio: https://www.ecocladding.com/eco-projects

Different cladding panels require specific attachment strategies to optimize performance, compliance, and installation efficiency.

Match your panel characteristics to our engineered attachment systems that deliver structural performance without compromising thermal or fire safety requirements.

Key Selection Criteria:
✓ Load Capacity - Structural, wind, seismic requirements
✓ Thermal Bridge - Continuous insulation compliance
✓ Adjustability - Field tolerance management
✓ Fire Safety - Non-combustible, NFPA 285 compliance
✓ Installation - Labor efficiency and schedule

Need attachment system guidance for your specific panel type? Contact us.

The change of seasons brings fluctuating temperatures that challenge building envelopes with constant thermal expansion and contraction. At ECO Cladding, our engineered rainscreen bracket systems are designed to absorb these seasonal movements while maintaining façade stability and performance.

Our thermally broken stainless steel and aluminum brackets help reduce thermal bridging, preserving your building’s energy efficiency as the weather transitions from cool mornings to warm afternoons.

Prepare your façades for temperature swings with systems engineered for thermal resilience throughout seasonal change.

We’re proud to highlight the Fuller Middle School project in Framingham, Massachusetts - a shining example of performance-driven rainscreen design in a public school setting.

Featuring 6,700 sq. ft. of high-pressure Trespa HPL phenolic panels installed using ECO Cladding’s engineered rainscreen subframing system, this project combines vibrant aesthetics with structural integrity and energy efficiency. Designed by Jonathan Levi Architects, the cladding not only enhances the school’s modern learning environment but also supports its energy performance goals.

At ECO Cladding, we’re committed to delivering flexible, high-performance cladding attachment solutions that meet the unique demands of educational facilities and beyond.

Non-Combustible Subframing: Fire safety is paramount in modern construction.

ECO Cladding’s non-combustible bracket systems - stainless steel Sigma and aluminum Alpha - are designed to eliminate NFPA 285 triggers, providing a safe and reliable support structure for rainscreen cladding panel products.

Our engineered brackets meet stringent building and market-specific fire codes while maintaining ease of installation and flexibility for various panel types and configurations.

Read more about our fire-safe subframing solutions and keep your projects compliant. Contact ECO Cladding for guidance on your building project.

Learn more here: https://www.ecocladding.com/nfpa-285-eco-systems-are-non-combustible

🌍 Happy Earth Day from ECO Cladding! 🌱

We’re dedicated to supporting building envelope solutions that help protect our environment. Our thermally-optimized, non-combustible rainscreen cladding support systems enhance energy efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings.

Together, let’s build a cleaner, greener future - one wall at a time.

Optimize Thermal Performance with ECO’s Continuous Insulation Subframing! Thermal efficiency plays a critical role in building performance. ECO Cladding’s “C.I. Sub-framing” system uses stainless steel components engineered to reduce thermal bridging while providing best-in-class fire safety and durability.

Our thermally broken wall brackets have been thermally modeled by experts to help designers achieve their target U-values and meet insulation requirements without compromise.

Learn how to integrate high-performance subframing into your project from the design phase. 855.237.3370 | [email protected]

Designed by Cunningham – Denver, the Career Exploration Center for Littleton Public Schools provides state-of-the-art hands-on programs in aerospace, business, computer science, construction trades, healthcare, and natural resources.

We're grateful to have supplied the cladding support system for the project's ACM façade - delivering a thermally efficient and visually striking rainscreen solution. Our engineered approach ensures precise panel alignment, superior rain screen performance, and long-term durability, perfectly complementing the center’s forward-looking mission and modern design.

Looking to enhance your next project with high-performance cladding systems? Discover how ECO Cladding’s flexible, engineered systems can create building envelopes that excel in both aesthetics and function.