About Valcan Cladding
Valcan specialises in the development, manufacture and distribution of a range of quality façade products and components throughout the UK

Valcan is a developer and manufacturer of rainscreen cladding systems working with clients, insurers, architects and contractors. We deliver fully tested A1 or A2 (non-combustible) certified solutions, paired with reliable and technically assured customer service.
With over 20 years of experience in the façade industry through Vitrabond’s global network, we have established a leading position in the market and are now the preferred company by Architects, Builders and Fabricators.
Valcan began with the supply of Vitrabond aluminium composite panels and a suite of Façade products including Ceramapanel, VitraDual, Vitranamel and Vitrafix. Our stock holdings have grown to be one of the largest in the UK, ensuring consistent supply to our dedicated fabricator/distributor network. Valcan is continuing to develop its range of Façade solutions in conjunction with our partner Fairview and is committed to maintaining a high level of service and support to the construction industry.
Valcan began distributing Vitrabond Aluminium Composite material to the construction industry in the early noughties, with the support of Fairview Architectural, Australia – a strong relationship that continues today. Fairview Architectural shares with us over 20 years of experience in the façade industry worldwide and began with servicing the rainscreen market with its product Vitrabond.
Valcan are the defining standard in A1 and A2 certified rainscreen systems. Our extensive R&D process guarantees the highest quality solutions for new build and retrofit projects – providing total assurance matched with the highest levels of safety and integrity.
Valcan is a strong, thriving business dedicated to customer service and on time delivery by way of the largest stock holdings of A-rated facade panels in the UK and our transport facility.
Valcan’s range consists of 4 core products that are all A-rated to BS EN 13501-1 and can be used on any height building according to the Approved Document B.
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