DryKlad® Datona Visible Fix is a discreet-fix Aluminium Rainscreen Cladding system designed to deliver clean, modern façade lines with consistent joint geometry and a refined architectural appearance. Its face-fixed configuration uses colour-matched fixings to minimise visibility while ensuring secure mechanical engagement.

Available in a wide range of finishes, sizes, and folded options, Datona Visible Fix enables designers to incorporate striking colours, modern textures, and bold design features that reflect the identity of a building or brand.

The system forms part of a fully drained and back-ventilated Rainscreen assembly, promoting effective moisture management and long-term building envelope performance. Installation begins at the base of the façade and allows multiple vertical installation zones to progress simultaneously, providing significant programme flexibility. Panels can be installed in portrait or landscape orientation, or combined to create dynamic mixed-direction façade layouts. A library of standardised details—including corners, head and sill profiles, jambs, and recessed openings—gives specifiers reliable, repeatable solutions while retaining broad design freedom.

Features and Benefits

Adjustable subframe accommodates building tolerances for precise alignment.
Discreet face-fix detailing achieves crisp, clean, and modern façade lines.
Compatible with both DryKlad® Aluminium Brackets and DryKlad® Stainless Steel Brackets.
When used with the DryKlad® A2 Thermal Isolator Pad, the system supports fully non-combustible façade constructions (A1/A2).
Available in a wide range of finishes including PPC, anodised, and PVDF.
Robust CWCT-tested performance ensures reliability in all exposure conditions.
Lightweight 3 mm Aluminium panels reduce load on the structure and simplify handling on site.
Suitable for new-build and refurbishment applications, including high-rise projects.

Components

DryKlad® Aluminium or Stainless Steel Brackets
DryKlad® Support Rails T-Rails, L-Profiles
DryKlad® Datona Visible Fix Aluminium Panels
Colour-matched visible fixings
Optional perforated, folded, and corner panel configurations
DryKlad® A2 Thermal Isolator Pad (for non-combustible façade assemblies).

Testing and Certifications:

CWCT and European fire testing to ensure performance, safety, and quality assurance.
CWCT Test Report N950-24-18717.
BBA Certificate Dryklad® 23/6974.
System Laboratories UK EN 13501-1:2018 Certificate 1470.

Summary of Performance

Air Permeability:

Test 1 (25-03-2024): Pass.
Test 4 (08-04-2024): Pass.

Watertightness:

Test 2 (Static whole sample, 08-04-2024): Pass.
Test 5 (Static backing wall, 08-04-2024): Pass.
Test 6 (Dynamic whole sample, 08-04-2024): Pass.

Wind Resistance:

Test 3 (Serviceability backing wall, 08-04-2024): Pass.
Test 7 (Safety backing wall, 08-04-2024): Pass.
Test 8 (Serviceability rainscreen panels, 29-05-2024): Pass.
Test 9 (Safety rainscreen panels, 30-05-2024): Pass.

Impact Resistance:

Test 9 (Impact resistance, 30-05-2024): Pass.

DryKlad® Datona Fire Classification