Valcan is proud to announce that its VitraFix Magnelis Steel (VFM) subframe system has been awarded a BBA Agrément Certificate, confirming full compliance with UK Building Regulations and industry standards. This certification reinforces VitraFix VFM as a trusted solution for rainscreen cladding projects, delivering proven performance, safety, and durability.
What does BBA certification mean?
A BBA certificate is an independent mark of quality issued by the British Board of Agrément, verifying that a product is fit for purpose in UK construction. For VitraFix VFM, this means:
- Compliance – Meets UK Building Regulations and relevant standards
- Performance Assurance – Tested for durability, safety, thermal efficiency, and fire performance
- Credibility – Gives architects, specifiers, and contractors confidence in product reliability
- Risk Reduction – Minimises uncertainty in specification and installation
This trusted certification simplifies specification and reassures stakeholders that VitraFix VFM meets the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Gavin Besley, Operations Director at Valcan, commented: “We’re proud to have achieved BBA certification for VitraFix VFM, reaffirming our commitment to quality and compliance. Our goal is to achieve certification across the entire Valcan range, ensuring every product is rigorously tested to make specification simple and give our customers complete confidence.”
About VitraFix VFM
VitraFix Magnelis Steel (VFM) is a non-combustible cladding support system that utilises advanced Magnelis steel technology for superior corrosion resistance, strength, and thermal efficiency. Designed for quicker installation and supported by project-specific calculations, VFM offers a robust, high-performance solution for modern façade projects.
Key Benefits
- Certified non-nombustible: Compliant under the European Directive
- High melting point: Maintains integrity in fire (above 1400°C)
- Cost-effective: Stronger than aluminium, allowing greater spans and reducing overall cost
- Enhanced thermal efficiency: Magnelis steel offers 17 W/mK vs aluminium’s 160 W/mK, reducing insulation thickness and saving space
- Swift installation: Engineered for efficiency, speeding up project timelines
- Customisable profiles: Coated rails for a sleek, integrated finish
- Resilient in harsh environments: Achieves C5 corrosion resistance, ideal for industrial and coastal applications
Click here to download the certificate and learn more about VitraFix VFM here.
