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ECO Cladding

ECO Cladding offers a complete aluminum subframe platform of adjustable bracket and rail systems the

With over 25 years of industry relationships, technical expertise, and real-life experience, ECO Cladding offers a complete aluminum subframe platform of adjustable bracket and rail systems to accommodate a wide variety of rainscreen panels. Our approach to rainscreen subframing gives designers the ability to interchange multiple cladding materials on the same elevation and/or project seamlessly w

ith the same substructure components and bracket assembly. From wind load, thermal, and span analysis to panel layout optimization and installation support, ECO Cladding provides a full range of design-assist, engineering, and installation support. Design materials such as ACM, metal panels, FRP, fiber cement, HPL, terracotta, natural stone, porcelain ceramic, and fiber concrete can all be integrated into a drained and back-ventilated (DBV) rainscreen wall assembly with one seamless and uniform attachment approach. ECO Cladding’s Alpha brackets offer a turn-key solution for the increasingly rigorous demands of engineering and thermal performance.

09/03/2026

Subframing selection isn't an afterthought; it's a critical design decision. The Berrie Expansion at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is a great example of why. Designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox, this groundbreaking 9-story addition is set to become NYC's first Net Zero-capable laboratory building, and every component of the building envelope had to perform at the highest level.

When specifying cladding subframing for a project like this, key factors include:

➡️ Cladding material compatibility - UHPC panels require a precisely engineered attachment system to handle the weight and tolerances of high-performance concrete
➡️ Thermal efficiency - Continuous insulation and minimizing thermal bridging are non-negotiable on a Net Zero project
➡️ Durability - A medical research facility demands long-term performance with minimal maintenance
➡️ Code compliance - Non-combustible subframing supports NFPA 285 requirements and simplifies the overall envelope assembly

Our panel attachment systems for fiber-concrete panels checked every box, delivering a rainscreen solution built for both performance and sustainability goals.

See the full project details here: https://www.ecocladding.com/ecoproject/columbia-university-irving-medical-center-berrie-expansion-new-york-ny

09/01/2026

Recent updates to NYC's building code have caused confusion around Metal Composite Material (MCM) and Aluminum Composite Material (ACM) rainscreen systems, with many assuming they're now prohibited.

They're not.

Section 718.2.6 focuses on proper fireblocking within concealed rainscreen cavities when combustible materials are used — not on banning specific cladding types. And yes, this applies to buildings under 40 feet, independent of NFPA 285 requirements.

The good news? Non-combustible subframing systems - like our Sigma U Series - simplify compliance while delivering superior thermal performance and design flexibility.

Read our full breakdown to understand what the code actually requires and how to specify with confidence: https://www.ecocladding.com/blog/clearing-confusion-mcm-rainscreens-and-nycs-section-71826

08/26/2026

Designed by KieranTimberlake, the 328,000 SF West Campus Graduate Residence at MIT in Cambridge, MA delivers needed housing for MIT graduate students and their families, rising to 10 stories and seamlessly integrating with the architecture of the surrounding historic district.

Our team supplied the sub-framing systems that form the structural backbone of the building envelope, ensuring precision and long-term performance on this landmark campus housing project. We are proud to have contributed to such a meaningful development for the MIT community.

Working on a large-scale residential or academic project? Contact us for guidance on your next build.

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08/20/2026

The Black Hawk College Building 2 – Career & Tech Center Renovation in Moline, IL is a masterclass in what's possible when the right system meets an extraordinary challenge.

What made this project so remarkable? This 55-year-old building was completely transformed into a modern, cohesive academic facility, all while concealing an almost unbelievable amount of complexity behind the finished façade. We're talking 20+ wall-assembly combinations, cavity depths ranging from 1" to 14", five different existing substrate types, and three distinct cladding materials: Swisspearl high-density fiber cement panels, ACM, and Prodema HPL, all unified into one continuous, visually seamless exterior.

Our SigmaU Universal Wall Bracket family, every size from U.2 through U.12, was deployed across the entire building in both vertical and horizontal orientations, creating a coordinated subframing platform across varied and inconsistent existing substrate conditions. No separate systems. No patchwork solutions. Just one engineered approach that adapted to every substrate, every depth, and every cladding type.

08/18/2026

Grateful to be part of the engineered rainscreen subframing solution for the new Gilcrease Museum, a $150M+ reimagining of one of America's premier museums of Western art and Native American history.

The Challenge: 19,000 SF of large-format architectural metal panel rainscreen across complex, non-rectangular geometry inspired by Osage cultural traditions. The façade required exceptional panel alignment, consistent joint spacing, and continuous cavity ventilation across numerous transitions and changing wall planes — while meeting the stringent durability requirements of a world-class museum protecting irreplaceable collections.

The Solution: Our subframing systems were integrated early in design, coordinating structural loading, thermal performance, moisture management, and attachment as a single engineered wall assembly. Intermittent stainless-steel Sigma wall brackets minimized thermal bridging, while the ventilated cavity promoted drainage and long-term moisture management. The system's built-in adjustability allowed the installation team to maintain precise panel alignment despite the building's complex geometry - without extensive field modification!

08/13/2026

Looking back at an iconic project, the National Museum of African American History & Culture on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This is more than a building; it's a landmark that represents the backbone of American history.

Designed by the celebrated Freelon Adjaye Bond / SmithGroup team, every detail of this structure was intentional. The iconic corona shape is inspired by a Yoruban caryatid column capital, while the 3,600 bronze-colored panels of the building's screen reference the ironwork crafted by African Americans across the American South. Even the front porch, a symbol of welcome and community, was deliberately incorporated into the design.

We're grateful to have supplied the engineered sub-framing system for the UHPC panels that helped bring the front entrance of this icon to life, supporting one of the most meaningful additons to the National Mall in recent years.

Completed in 2016, the NMAAHC continues to transform the role of civic architecture, and we are honored to have played a small part in its story.

08/12/2026

Cladding subframing may not always be in the spotlight, but on a project like this one, every detail matters.

Equinix DC22 represents a class of emerging sustainable data centers, powered by 100% renewable energy and built to support high-density cooling solutions for modern deployments.

Our team supplied the rainscreen subframing assemblies that form the structural backbone of the building's facade, ensuring precise alignment, long-term performance, and supporting thermal performance goals for this mission-critical facility.

Working on a large-scale commercial or sustainable data center project? Let's connect and talk about how ECO Cladding can support your next build.

08/04/2026

We're proud to have delivered the engineered rainscreen subframing solution for Hobson College, Princeton University's new residential college complex currently under construction.

The Challenge: 34,000+ SF of shingle-format terracotta rainscreen across stepped elevations, compound angles, and multiple courtyard conditions, attached to a mass-timber structural system. The building's complex geometry and significant campus-grade changes demanded a subframing solution capable of accommodating wide variations in cavity depth, framing orientation, and field tolerances without relying on uncoordinated subframing components or extensive shimming.

The Solution: ECO Cladding's Sigma U (Universal) Bracket

The Sigma U thermally-broken stainless-steel bracket served as the single subframing building block across the entire envelope, supporting both vertical and horizontal framing orientations across cavity depths ranging from 2.5" to 13.75". Its built-in 1.5" of total adjustment allowed D.M. Sabia & Co. to maintain consistent shingle coursing across the building's irregular geometry without traditional field shimming. Non-combustible aluminum and stainless-steel system components addressed the exterior-wall fire strategy for the mass-timber structure.

At the same time, thermal modeling confirmed a wall assembly U-value of 0.064 — preserving 91–98% of the insulation's nominal effectiveness in support of the project's Passive House (PHIUS) and LEED Gold certification targets.

Estimated Completion: Spring 2027

07/23/2026

Reclads and retrofits often present a unique challenge: how to preserve and honor existing architecture while still pushing boundaries in design, sustainability, and performance.

The University of New Mexico Lobo Welcome Theater, recipient of the 2024 RAiNA Retrofit Award, showcases how innovative rainscreen engineering can preserve architectural heritage while delivering modern building envelope performance.

In our blog, we explore the project and the role ECO Cladding's Alpha ECI Bracket System played in supporting its award-winning façade.

07/22/2026

Designed as a modern hub for collaboration, learning, and connection, the new Chabot College Library + Learning Connection demonstrates how high-performance building envelopes can support both architectural vision and long-term durability.

For this project, ECO Cladding’s Vci.40 concealed subframing system was selected to support approximately 12,000 SF of TAKTL ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) panels, creating a clean, seamless façade integration while meeting the demands of a complex contemporary design.

Key system benefits include:
• Concealed attachment for a refined panel surface
• Engineered subframing designed for precision panel installation
• Structural support for UHPC façade panels with fixed and sliding points
• An energy-efficient rainscreen approach supporting long-term envelope performance

The Library + Learning Connection reflects how thoughtful façade engineering can combine aesthetics, performance, and sustainability, helping create resilient spaces built for future generations.

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