Metal Wall Panels
Architectural Slotted Metal Walls
Modern architecture demands a balance of aesthetic appeal and structural integrity. Metal wall panels can meet these demands, offering various features and benefits for different applications across commercial and residential projects. They're ideal for architects, designers and engineers looking to create innovative building designs while maintaining structural integrity.
Advantages of Metal Wall Panels
See how metal wall panels compare to other typical exterior wall materials such as vinyl, wood or stone:
1. Durability and Longevity
Metal panels, constructed of robust materials like stainless steel and aluminum, are preferred for their exceptional durability and longevity.
Metal wall panels are resistant to weather and corrosion, in addition to maintaining their structural integrity and appearance for decades, making them ideal for exterior and interior applications. Metal panels provide a reliable and long-lasting solution for demanding architectural projects.
2. Design Versatility
The versatility of architectural wall panels is a compelling advantage. Metal wall panels can come in various patterns, textures and finishes. For example, perforated wall panels can be used to meet a project's specific aesthetic and functional needs.
Metal wall panels offer unique design possibilities by allowing precise control over light and airflow. They also add an element of visual interest and privacy. This flexibility enables architects and designers to create innovative and visually striking building facades and interiors.
3. Sustainability
Today's environmentally conscious world favors the sustainability of building materials. Metal wall panels are often made from recycled materials and are recyclable at the end of their life cycle. Using sustainable materials helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. Additionally, metal panels may improve a building's energy efficiency, providing superior insulation and reducing the need for artificial heating and cooling. This helps lower energy costs and minimize a building's environmental footprint.
4. Maintenance
Maintaining metal wall panels is straightforward and cost-effective. Their inherent resistance to rust, corrosion and staining means they need minimal upkeep compared to traditional materials like wood or stone. Regular cleaning with mild detergents is usually enough to keep them looking new. This low maintenance requirement translates to long-term savings, ensuring structures clad in metal panels remain visually appealing and functional with minimal effort.
Metal Type
Our metal wall panels are made with Hendrick's proprietary profile bar screens, which make them stronger and more resistant to environmental conditions than other construction methods. The surface of profile bar wall panels makes maintenance and cleaning easy, perfect for ventilation and outdoor uses.
The choice of metal influences the performance and appearance of architectural metal screen walls. Common metals used include the following:
- Stainless steel
- Aluminum
Each metal offers unique characteristics, such as durability, corrosion resistance and visual appeal. Steel panels provide strength and structural integrity, while aluminum panels offer lightweight versatility. Understanding the qualities of each metal allows architects and designers to select the best option for their project's needs.
Applications of Metal Wall Panels
Architectural screen walls have diverse applications for various types of buildings, including:
Commercial Buildings
Architectural metal wall panels can be used for the following in commercial buildings:
- Building facades: Metal facades can enhance a building's exterior. For instance, a metal wall grille panel can provide a modern, sleek design that improves curb appeal and conveys a professional image.
- Security fencing and gates: Enhance security with robust and attractive metal panel solutions.
- Hidden access panels: Access can be incorporated into metal wall panels to enter private rooms or areas that house utility components, such as water, electricity, gas, telecom, HVAC, etc.
Residential Buildings
Metal wall panels are favored in residential architecture for their sleek design and robust performance. Their applications may include:
- Interior accent walls: Create visually striking and durable accent walls in living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms.
- Fences and gates: Metal wall panels can provide security and privacy with attractive and durable metal fencing and gates.
Public Buildings
Educational, cultural, medical and other public buildings use metal wall panels in several ways, such as:
- Entrances and lobbies: Stainless steel wall panels can create impressive and welcoming entrances and lobbies.
- Interior partition walls: Use panels to divide spaces for designated areas without modifying the original construction.
- Ventilation: Metal wall panels can be a functional and decorative feature, providing improved airflow and circulation.
Industrial Buildings
The industrial sector can also benefit from metal wall panels:
- Ceiling panels: Custom ceiling panels can add a creative yet functional flare to their ceilings.
- Equipment enclosures: Protect sensitive equipment with sturdy, protective metal enclosures.
- Exterior cladding: Metal wall panels can enhance exterior finishes, creating unique design elements within a facade.
Customization Options
When it comes to metal wall panels, customization is crucial to meet the unique needs of different architectural projects. Architects and designers require tailor-made solutions to bring their visions to life. With metal wall panels, flexibility is important. Whether it's adjusting panel dimensions, bar spacing, light filtering or surface textures, customization can create one-of-a-kind designs.
Color and Finish Varieties
Customization extends beyond material selection to encompass color and finish choices. Metal wall panels can be customized with paint and powder-coated finishes to complement any architectural style. From vibrant hues to subtle metallic tones, the possibilities are endless. This level of customization empowers architects and designers to achieve their desired aesthetic without compromising on functionality and durability.
Why Choose Hendrick Architectural?
With 145+ years of industry experience, Hendrick Architectural is an ideal choice for metal wall panel solutions. As a family-owned business, our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is evident in every aspect of our operation.
Working with Hendrick Architectural has many benefits, including our financial strength, purchasing leverage, flexible supply chain, lean manufacturing and vertical integration. These capabilities enable us to control every aspect of the manufacturing process and maintain the highest standards of quality.
We prioritize quality and precision, backed by our ISO-9001-certified manufacturing facility and a team of highly skilled professionals. Our design experts and customer service members ensure that your project receives meticulous attention to detail at every stage.
