Why leading contractors
choose LockMetal
Beautiful, buildable, and safe specialist
cladding solutions that are delivered
with a devotion to detail.
The facade is the point where many major projects are won and lost
Most facade problems or issues with cladding packages are not always a case of poor planning. Most of the time, they come from a lack of specialist input.
That’s because the facade sits at the intersection of design, compliance, cost, and programme. When those elements aren’t fully aligned, problems start to surface – sometimes not until it’s too late.
By working with cladding specialists, rather than generalists, contractors can avoid common project risks, including:
• Conflicting advice between consultants and contractors
• Designs that don’t translate into buildable solutions
• Scope gaps between the architect’s vision and reality
• Compliance risk across fire, water, and structure
• Programme delays and cost overruns
We’re not generalists.
We’re cladding specialists.
We step in where complexity begins – taking ambitious architectural designs and turning them into solutions that work technically, commercially, and practically.
That means thinking beyond specification and scope, understanding how every element interacts on site, and resolving challenges before they become problems.
• We solve cladding challenges others can’t
• We bridge the gap between design and construction
• We reduce risk across programme, cost, and compliance
• We design with foresight and identify opportunities to add value
Beautiful, buildable, and safe
Beautiful
Protecting the architect's vision
Strategic planning delivers exceptional results. That’s why we front-load the design
process to avoid potential issues, ensure accurate costs, and optimise the project scope:
• Research specifications to understand project requirements.
• Clearly define project scope to avoid scope creep.
• Optimise project plan to streamline delivery and enhance efficiency.
• Accurate project measurement and management to keep everything on track.
Setting the foundation means we begin every project on the front foot.
Buildable
Making complex designs deliverable
The gap between design and reality is where many facade packages fall down.
We close that gap with early design engagement, ensuring what’s drawn can actually be built.
• Early-stage design input
• Practical detailing and coordination
• Reduced scope gaps and interface issues
Safe
Designed for compliance
and certainty
With increasing regulatory pressure, facade design must do more than look right.
It must perform as designed, comply with building regulations, and stand up to scrutiny.
• Fire, water, and structural performance
• Gateway-ready design thinking
• Fully tested, accredited systems
“LockMetal designed and delivered the works as quoted and within programme and budget, offering up front design advice and alternative value engineering solutions.”
Danny Watts
Senior Quantity Surveyor
How we prevent problems
before they hit site
Every project is an opportunity to demonstrate how the right cladding approach can solve complex challenges before they impact programme, cost, or quality.
From intricate balcony detailing to large-scale, bespoke facade packages, our work shows how early engagement, specialist input, and attention to detail translate into successful project outcomes.
Who we work with
Main contractors
delivering complex builds
Developers managing
facade risk and value
Architects needing
buildable solutions
Project teams under pressure to
deliver on time and budget
What working with Lockmetal gives you
Working with LockMetal means having a partner who understands where cladding and facade projects typically go wrong – and how to keep them on track.
• A facade package that actually works on site
• Reduced risk across programme and budget
• Fewer surprises at different Gateway stages
• Confidence in compliance and delivery
• A partner who solves problems early
Share a few details about your
project and one of our specialists will be in touch.
What happens next?
• You share your project details
• We review your requirements
• One of our cladding specialists will get back to you
• We’ll work together on the next steps
Discuss your next project with us