Spandrel panels form an important part of a building’s façade, and their performance can have a notable impact on the overall fabric performance and energy efficiency of the structure.

There are many reasons why a building may need to be refurbished or have retrofit works carried out. This can include routine repairs, upgrading thermal efficiency, improving aesthetics (especially when building has changed use or ownership) and of course to ensure fire safety and compliance following the multitude of changes we’ve seen come in over the past few years.

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On the 28th of April 2022, after a long journey of debates and amendments through parliament, the Building Safety Act became law in England. The 262-page Act is designed to create “lasting generational change” to the way we design, construct, and maintain our buildings, providing a framework that prioritises occupier safety first and foremost.

Spandrel panels are an important element of multi-storey curtain walled buildings, concealing their structure and services, and adding visual interest or continuity to the facade. However, as part of the external wall finish, they also have a key part to play in ensuring fire safety and compliance with the building regulations.

There’s nothing quite so striking in a city skyline as those soaring, glass facades, reflecting the changing sky and bringing the buildings to life. But these constructions are complex and demand solutions that allow aesthetic design, safety and ease of install to be combined without compromise.

Speedpanel A2® Glass provides a bespoke solution for remediation works on the mixed-use development on the edge of Leeds city centre.

Speedpanel has announced submission of a patent application for their Speedpanel A2® Glass insulated spandrel panel (UK Patent Application No. 2201665.3), currently a unique product on the UK market. The innovative spandrel panel comprises an insulated core and non-vision glass face, bonded with a specially developed adhesive, enabling it to achieve a high level of fire performance that has been independently certified to A2-s1, d0.

Spanning safety and style is the principle at the heart of our innovative product line, but what is a spandrel panel and why do safety and style matter? Where do our products fit into the construction landscape and why are they so vital?

Speedpanel A2® Aluminium provides premium performance and aesthetic excellence for new Grade A office space in Manchester city centre.

Industry-leading spandrel panels that are tried, tested and trusted.