Viva First to Launch A2 Fire Retardant Core In-House Production Facility for Aluminium Composite Panels

Mumbai, May 14, 2025: Viva, the country’s leading aluminium composite panel (ACP) manufacturer, has launched its state-of-the-art A2 Fire Retardant Core production facility, a first-of-its-kind in India.

With this initiative, Viva has set a new benchmark in fire safety, innovation and international standard compliance in the ACP industry.

The A2 core represents the highest grade of fire safety in ACPs, comprising 90 per cent mineral content and 10 per cnet virgin polyethylene, delivering very limited combustibility, minimal smoke emission (s1), and zero flaming droplets (d0)—as certified under EN 13501-1 (Class A2-s1, d0), the stringent European fire classification.

Viva’s A2 panels are also tested and certified by ASTM E84 and NFPA 285 (USA), adding global credibility to their fire-resistance properties.

“Safety, quality, and sustainability are the pillars on which Viva stands. By launching India’s first A2 core facility, we’re not just meeting global safety standards but also leading the industry towards a safer and smarter future,” said Prakash Jain, CMD, Viva Metal Composite Panel.

Why A2 Core Matters

Traditional PE Core panels, 100 per cent polyethylene, are highly flammable and pose significant fire hazards in critical infrastructure. A2 core ACPs, by contrast, are engineered for high-rise buildings, airports, hospitals, commercial complexes and other public-use structures where fire safety is paramount.

Viva’s A2 ACPs not only offer unparalleled safety but also maintain the brand’s hallmark in aesthetics, durability, and customisation options.

Trailblazing Global Standards

With the successful commissioning of this A2 core facility, Viva joins a select league of global ACP manufacturers equipped to deliver non-combustible panels for international markets. The company’s ongoing investment in R&D, certifications and advanced manufacturing reflects its commitment to global safety and quality excellence.