Why Aluminium Mesh and Profile Screens Remain a Preferred Choice in Modern Architecture

In recent years, aluminium façade screens have emerged as one of the most widely adopted solutions. The reasons are compelling. Aluminium is lightweight, durable, energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, recyclable, and. equally important, visually striking. Whether viewed up close or from afar, aluminium screens add depth, texture, and character to a building envelope.

Figure 1 (Pantai Hospital Penang)

As a result, many architects and designers are actively exploring aluminium-based solutions across various applications. In several discussions with design professionals, we have observed a growing interest in extending aluminium screens beyond conventional façade areas, particularly for air-conditioning ledges. One popular option has been aluminium perforated panels, especially when finished in metallic powder-coated colours to help the building stand out.

However, this approach also raises a valid technical concern. An architect colleague once pointed out that flat perforated panels, despite their openings, may restrict the effective release of hot air due to limited three-dimensional airflow movement. In high-temperature zones such as air-conditioning ledges or mechanical areas, this can potentially affect thermal performance.

This is where aluminium profile screening systems present a clear advantage. Designed with three-dimensional geometry, these profiles promote smoother airflow movement, helping hot air dissipate more efficiently into the surrounding atmosphere. Available in a wide range of profiles—from economical options to premium architectural solutions, aluminium profile screens are suitable not only for façade applications such as car park podiums and curtain wall façades, but also for air-conditioning ledges, mechanical zones, and even data centre environments, where heat dissipation is critical.

In a tropical climate like Malaysia, aluminium profile screens are particularly effective as rain screens. When installed along condominium corridors or semi-open hallways, they serve a dual purpose: enhancing visual appeal while reducing rainwater ingress during heavy downpours. Profiles such as our Series Pine and Series Daisy exemplify this balance between aesthetics and performance, delivering architectural elegance without compromising functionality.
 

Figure 2 (Series Pine 1607)

At Space Products, we continuously invest in research and development, working closely with our technical team to refine and innovate new aluminium profile designs. Most recently, we have introduced several new profiles featuring an “eyelid” geometry,
 

Figure 3 (Eyelid)

engineered to improve rain deflection while maintaining efficient airflow. These profiles are designed to perform exceptionally well in both rain screen and air-conditioning ledge applications, where form and function must coexist seamlessly.

Figure 4 (New Catalog)

In conjunction with the upcoming New Year, we are pleased to announce the launch of our new product catalogue, which will include detailed technical data sheets outlining opening percentages and material properties for our latest aluminium profile screens. These resources are intended to support architects in façade integration and assist M&E consultants in evaluating suitability for heat-release and ventilation-related applications. Typical drawings for each profile will also be provided to facilitate modelling and design development.

Through thoughtful design, technical validation, and continuous innovation, aluminium screens, particularly aluminium profile systems, continue to play a vital role in shaping modern, high-performance architectural façades. 

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Posted by Space Products Sdn Bhd on 27 Dec 25