Vulcan Cladding Systems

The Dock Shed at Canada Water is a contemporary waterfront development designed to provide a striking architectural landmark while complementing the site’s historic dockside character. The scheme required a durable, modern façade solution that could withstand the demanding urban environment while delivering a sharp, clean aesthetic.The design team needed a façade and soffit system that could achieve:A bold, uniform finish to emphasise the architectural form.Resistance to weathering and long-term durability in a waterfront location.A lightweight, easy-to-install cladding system suitable for soffits as well as vertical elevations.Vulcan Cladding Systems supplied VulcaLap® aluminium rainscreen cladding in a black finish, specified for both the soffits and façade.The system provided a consistent, elegant appearance across multiple surfaces.The black VulcaLap® accentuated the building’s sharp lines and modern form.Aluminium construction ensured long-term resistance to corrosion and minimal maintenance.Quick installation supported the programme requirements of the contractor.The completed Dock Shed successfully blends industrial heritage with a bold, modern identity. VulcaLap® black cladding played a key role in achieving a uniform architectural finish, delivering durability, aesthetics, and design flexibility.

Our team were called to site to provide a solution to replace all existing timber cladding during the very early stages of the project. Existing timber cladding consisted of board and batten style which we were able to recreate in VulcaBar®. Very carefully surveyed the installer Teampol was able to produce exact dimensions for each panel, so the secret fixing aligned with the support system, then we assembled the panels off-site. Delivered in batch quantities via hi-ab direct to the site compound, on time in full. Installation was effectively carried out by Teampol and the project was complete within 3 months. 

We have been working with Martin Arnold Architects to complete Leamington Court remediation to ensure the residents safety. We supplied VulcaBar® in Rosewood finish to replace all balustrade timbers. Bespoke shape to ensure it fitted inside the original steel frame. Equans carried out the project with much care and attention, meaning all residents could remain living there during the works.

Millard Road was a fantasc project to be involved in. Close collaboration and attention to detail has enabled the recladding works to replicate the original aesthetic. The project consisted of two blocks just off the River Thames in Deptford, London.We supplied VulcaLap® for a number of areas on the front, then VulcaBar® frames on the balconies to the rear, overlooking a large park.Each VulcaBar® frame was surveyed by our team and assembled offsite enabling the installers to replace existing timber frames very quickly avoiding delays and hassle onsite. Every frame was different however the frame was made in such a way to allow for different steel sizes.

The Bolonachi development comprises of 139 residential apartments, ranging from 1-3 bedrooms and a small commercial element. The project won a number of awards including RTPI Awards 2011 – Commendation for sustainable communities, Housebuilder award 2010 – Best Regeneration Project, HCA Awards 2010 – Quality of Place. The scheme includes an impressive 8-story lobby with a membrane roof allowing natural daylight. Vulcan were called in by Martin Arnold to replace all existing timber balustrading, handrails in the entrance lobby, including all vertical timber bars in the external courtyard. We had the bespoke balustrade panels fire tested to ensure the glue line, essential to give like-for-like appearance, did not compromise the Class A2 fire rating. Working closely with Martin Arnold we were able to come up with solutions to directly replace existing timber with A2 fire rated aluminium with wood finish, giving a stunning finish and enhancing the award winning design. Delivery was carried out in stages over a period of 6 months. The client has been back a year after it was completed, and there were no snags to do!

Internal courtyard, bespoke Wood finish panels

This is one of the first Travelodge hotels we worked on, supplying VulcaLap® T&G150 in Chestnut finish for the soffit areas above the main entrance. A new-build project installed by Camclad, VulcaLap® was a simple and effective A2 fire rated solution – it turned out to be a great success. Fantastic project to be involved in right in the centre of Wimbledon. 

Trident Point is a large 8-story building in Harrow, constructed in 2012, housing 142 residential flats, an integrated Morrisons supermarket and car park. All combustible materials had to be removed including polystyrene render, timber cladding, ACM and timber decking. VulcaLap® was used to replace all existing timber cladding with our T&G125 A2 fire rated plank in Veneto Oak finish. Superb works which are expected to last until mid-2024 due to the scale of the building. Deliveries were lifted by site crane straight onto the high level communal garden site compound. Our technical team have been working closely with Teampol to produce detailed installation drawings to ensure a seamless installation process. We are looking forward to sharing further project photos soon.