Aluminium interlocking plank cladding – buckling

Cause

Thermal movement in the panel restricted at panel ends

Repair

  • remove panels and reinstall to allow for the movement to occur

Cause

Interlocking panel movement restricted because joints fitted too tightly

Repair

  • remove panels and reinstall to allow for the movement to occur

Cause

Fixings not allowing movement

Repair

  • move panels and reinstall to allow for the movement to occur