Aluminium and Stainless Steel Cladding from Bellis Australia

Bellis is a trusted supplier of both aluminium and stainless steel cladding in the building and construction industry of Australia. Founded in 1971, the Queensland-based company has built an admirable reputation as the one-stop shop for world-class engineering and supply solutions.

Cladding harnesses the rugged properties of various types of metals, most popularly, aluminium and stainless steel. While both metals offer excellent performance, specifiers must assess the distinctive qualities of the cladding materials to determine the optimum choice for the process and outcome of the cladding application at hand.

Why choose aluminium cladding?

With a worldwide production of 31.9 million tonnes in 2005, aluminium is the most widely used of the non-ferrous metals. Aluminium cladding by Bellis elicits a significant demand from the cladding sector for high quality results with longevity.

One of the most sought-after features of aluminium cladding is its outstanding inoxidizability. Corrosion is a common problem when working with other metals, such as copper. On the other hand, aluminium resists moisture, saline solvents and other corrosive agents in any given environment. Its protective oxide coating promotes structural integrity for long lasting cladding applications.

Working with aluminium is easy, due to its versatile physical forms. Aluminium has a low melting point making it flexible to shape, mould and adapt to a variety of applications. It is a popular choice among architects, especially when applying to curved or irregular surfaces. When compared to stainless steel cladding, aluminium cladding is the lightweight option. Steel is generally 2.5 times denser than aluminium, making the latter easier to handle and apply with less manpower.