Metalite® Perforated Panel System

System Components

A typical Metalite Perforated panel assembly consists of the following components, as determined by specific code and performance requirements. Shown below are our Standing Seam and FC System assemblies. Contact your Dryvit metal panels expert to discuss additional variations.

A Structural Framing

B Metalite Perforated Panel Fasteners

C Light Gauge Sub Framing

D Metalite Perforated Panel

E Adjustable sub-construction framing

F SE Click Rail

G Vertical Flashing

H Metalite FC Perforated Panel

A B C D E F G H

System Overview

Metalite Perforated Façade Panel Systems combine design flexibility and function, providing a subtle ”veiled” effect to control the amount of natural light and air that can penetrate your structure. These aluminum panels are the perforated variants of the standard Metalite profile shapes: Metalite FC Rainscreen and Metalite Standing Seam Facade.

They are perfect for shading, for partial transparency and can offer unique and artistic visual effects. Common applications for Metalite Perforated panels include parking garages, mechanical enclosures, sunscreens and more. They also can be integrated easily with their solid aluminum, non-perforated façade counterparts Metalite FC and Metalite Standing Seam to ensure flawless building envelope continuity.

System Features

Design Flexibility

Complex geometries can be accommodated easily through Metalite Perforated’s customizable design capabilities.

Aesthetic Appeal

A wide range of perforation patterns are available, with free areas ranging from 15.8% to 51% for unique and artistic visual effects.

Cleaner Look

Metalite Perforated’s longer spanning capabilities reduce framing requirements and deliver a polished, unobstructed façade aesthetic.

Corrosion Resistant

The finished system provides excellent corrosion resistance, making it suitable for severe and high-moisture environments, including salt spray.

Increased Jobsite Productivity

Optimized aluminum panel geometry delivers both low inherent weight and reduced material and labor demands on jobsites.

Tremco CPG Compatibility

Metalite panel systems have tested, proven compatibility with many Tremco sealants, air barriers and waterproofing products to create truly comprehensive building enclosures.

Compatible Products

Frequently Asked Questions

Metalite Perforated Panels are aluminum facade panels engineered to provide partial shading, controlled transparency and unique artistic effects across a building's exterior. Common applications include parking garages, mechanical enclosures and sunscreens, where managing natural light and airflow is as important as appearance. The panels can also be integrated with solid metal facade systems, such as the Metalite FC Rainscreen, to achieve flawless building envelope continuity across mixed-panel facades.

Metalite Perforated Panels are available in a wide range of perforation patterns, with free areas ranging from 15.8 to 51%. This range gives architects precise control over light transmission, ventilation and visual effect. Lower free area percentages deliver a more opaque, shaded finish, while higher percentages create a more open, translucent appearance. Download the Perforated Profiles brochure for a full overview of available pattern options and profile shapes.

Yes. Metalite Perforated Panels are designed to integrate seamlessly with solid, non-perforated facade surfaces, including the Metalite FC Rainscreen system. This compatibility allows specifiers to combine perforated and solid panels within a single facade for design variety, functional zoning or building envelope continuity. The result is a cohesive exterior that meets both aesthetic and performance requirements without the complexity of managing separate, incompatible systems.

Metalite Perforated Panels provide excellent corrosion resistance and are suitable for use in severe and high-moisture environments, including coastal and salt spray conditions. The finished aluminum panel system maintains its structural and visual integrity over time without requiring intensive maintenance programs. This makes it a reliable long-term choice for applications such as parking structures and mechanical enclosures in demanding climates.

Metalite Perforated Panels feature longer spanning capabilities that reduce framing requirements across the facade assembly. This reduces the amount of sub-framing material needed, which lowers labor and material demands on the jobsite and delivers a cleaner, more unobstructed facade aesthetic. The optimized aluminum panel geometry also provides low inherent weight, contributing to overall structural efficiency.

Yes. Metalite Perforated Panels support customizable design capabilities that accommodate complex geometries, allowing specifiers to achieve unique and artistic visual effects even on unconventional building forms. Available in various profile shapes, including rainscreen, standing seam and corrugated configurations, the system can be tailored to meet the requirements of a wide range of commercial and institutional projects. Contact your local Dryvit metal panels expert to discuss project-specific geometry and customization options.

Resources

Download any of these featured resources.

Metalite® SSF-P (Standing Seam Perforated) Data Sheet

Metalite FC Perforated Data Sheet

Metalite® Metal Panel Systems Brochure

Or find a specific type of resource

Metalite® Perforated Panel System

System Components

System Overview

System Features

Design Flexibility

Aesthetic Appeal

Cleaner Look

Corrosion Resistant

Increased Jobsite Productivity

Tremco CPG Compatibility

Compatible Products

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Metalite Perforated Panel System and what is it used for?

What perforation patterns and free area ranges are available?

Can Metalite Perforated Panels be integrated with solid metal facade systems?

How do Metalite Perforated Panels perform in corrosive or high-moisture environments?

What spanning capabilities does the Metalite Perforated System offer?

Can Metalite Perforated Panels accommodate complex or custom building geometries?

Resources