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When thinking about efficiency, the first strategy to apply should be saving energy. It’s important to understand that limiting the waste of energy resources such as internal heating is essential. Thermal insulation is a great solution to reduce energy consumption by preventing heat gain or loss through the building envelope. This reduction of unwanted temperature […]

The French Institute CSTB has just certified that our rainscreen cladding system CUPACLAD® 101 has successfully overcome the impact and wind tests. The CSTB (Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment) is a French public authority in the service of innovation in construction industry ensuring the buildings quality and safety in France. In order to validate […]

Natural slate is a product with unmatchable technical properties, always providing considerable added value. The inimitable textures of our slates have inspired architects worldwide to create unique projects in which natural slate stands out on its own, giving an inimitable, timeless and unchanging appearance. Its elegance and personality confer a unique character. Don’t miss the […]

CUPA PIZARRAS has always stood out because of its marked vocation for innovation and its commitment to sustainability. Thus CUPACLAD® was born: one of the most ecological solutions in the market. WHAT IS A RAINSCREEN CLADDING SYSTEM? The rainscreen cladding system is the most effective constructive building envelope. The combination of a ventilated system together […]

CUPACLAD® 201 was the perfect cladding system for this contemporary residential complex. Our innovative ventilated façade systems create a modern look to these buildings while offering a sustainable cladding solution. STYLE AND INNOVATION FOR A DANISH RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX These apartment buildings are located in Fredericia, in the eastern part of Denmark. In order to get […]

A ventilated cladding system is considered to be the most effective solution for thermal insulation: it generates constant air ventilation through the rear of the panel and prevents accumulation of moisture. It is made up of a load-bearing wall, an insulating layer and a coating material fixed to the building, creating an air chamber. CUPACLAD® […]

Slate cladding panels are the perfect solution for both exterior and interior walls. The natural properties of this outstanding material make them one of the best cladding systems in the market. Contemporary architects consider natural slate cladding an optimal material for building. Thanks to its high performance, its low maintenance and durability, slate tiles have […]

CUPACLAD™ natural slate cladding systems have all the advantages of ventilated facades. External thermal insulation provides considerable benefits such as energy efficiency, comfort levels and savings to our home. Avoiding thermal bridges increases thermal comfort by reducing heat movement, which results in a warmer home in winter and cooler in summer. As a result, CUPACLAD™ systems achieve […]