Soleo 6029 Medium-Width Architectural Hybrid WPC Aluminum Batten (2 3/8″ x 1 1/4″)
The Geolam Soleo 6029 is a medium-width architectural hybrid batten measuring 2 3/8″ x 1 1/4″, combining an anodized aluminum alloy core (A6063S-T5 Series 6000) with a wood/polypropylene composite (WPC) outer skin through Geolam’s exclusive co-extrusion process. Its 2 3/8″ face with a shallow 1 1/4″ depth strikes a balance between the compact 2″ Soleo 6008 and wider profiles, producing a clean, moderately-pitched wood-grain batten suited to decorative screen systems, louvered façade accents, and brise-soleil applications where a medium-scale shadow gap rhythm and an authentic timber finish are the design priorities. Non-combustible per ASTM E-136, with end caps available and custom lengths up to 19 ft 8 in.
✓ Hybrid Aluminum/WPC
✓ Non-Combustible (ASTM E-136)
✓ Zero Maintenance
✓ Custom Lengths to 19 ft 8 in
✓ Non-Combustible (ASTM E-136)
✓ Zero Maintenance
✓ Custom Lengths to 19 ft 8 in
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | 2 3/8″ x 1 1/4″ / 60 mm × 30 mm |
| Weight | 0.67 lb/ft / 1.00 kg/lm |
| Standard Length | 9 ft 10 in / 3.0 m |
| Custom Lengths | 7 ft to 19 ft 8 in / 2.15 m to 6 m |
| Fire Rating | Non-combustible (ASTM E-136) |
| End Caps | Yes, WPC or ASA |
| Connectors | No |
| Minimum Order | 1,000 lineal ft (all colors) |
Available Finishes
Standard Colors (min. 1,000 lineal ft for all colors)
Sanded wood-grain finishes that replicate the look of stained hardwood. Sanding finish and shading may vary between production runs.
Teak
Moleskin
Rosewood
EbonyNon-Standard Colors (min. 5,000 lineal ft, 90-day lead time)
Carbon
BilingaCustom colors available (min. 6,000 lineal ft). Sanding finish and shading may vary between production runs.
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Key Benefits
| Authentic Wood Appearance | The Soleo 6029’s 2 3/8″ face with a shallow 1 1/4″ depth produces a moderate, evenly proportioned batten pitch across decorative screen systems and louvered façade applications, replicating sanded hardwood grain at a scale that reads naturally from both close range and across a full facade elevation. |
| Non-Combustible | Certified non-combustible per ASTM E-136 (appendix), qualifying the Soleo 6029 for fire-regulated commercial, high-rise, and institutional screen and facade applications. |
| Zero Maintenance | The Soleo 6029 resists UV fading, moisture ingress, and weathering without any staining, sealing, or painting throughout its full service life. |
| Performance | The aluminum alloy core delivers a secondary moment of 10.41 cm⁴ along the length axis at 0.67 lb/ft, with a thermal expansion coefficient of 23.4 μm/m/°C, providing reliable dimensional stability across medium-span screen and louvered batten cladding systems. |
| Custom Lengths | Available from 7 ft to 19 ft 8 in (2.15 m to 6 m), enabling clean unjointed screen and facade runs without on-site cutting waste or visible seams along the batten face. |
Applications
Commonly used for
- Medium-pitch decorative batten screens
- Louvered façade & cladding accents
- Brise-soleil & sunshade systems
- Privacy screens & fencing accents
- Pergolas
- Interior feature walls & ceiling elements
Specified for
- Commercial office & mixed-use developments
- Hospitality: hotels, resorts & restaurants
- Multi-family residential & condominiums
- Retail & entertainment venues
- Institutional & civic buildings
Full Technical Specifications
| Material | Hybrid Aluminum/WPC (co-extruded) |
| Core | Anodized aluminum alloy A6063S-T5 Series 6000 |
| Dimensions | 2 3/8″ x 1 1/4″ / 60 mm × 30 mm |
| Section Tolerances | +0.5 / -2.0 mm |
| Weight | 0.67 lb/ft / 1.00 kg/lm |
| Standard Length | 9 ft 10 in / 3.0 m |
| Custom Lengths | 7 ft to 19 ft 8 in / 2.15 m to 6 m |
| Surface Finish | Sanded |
| End Caps | Yes, WPC or ASA, glued with Sikaflex Crystal Clear or 3M DP-8010 |
| Connectors | No |
| Fire Rating | Non-combustible (ASTM E-136 appendix) |
| Thermal Expansion | 23.4 μm/m/°C (20–100°C) |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 68.9 GPa |
| Max Tensile Strength | 186 MPa |
| Secondary Moment Ix / Iy | 3.08 cm⁴ / 10.41 cm⁴ |
| Section Modulus Z+x / Z-x | 2.37 cm³ / 2.37 cm³ |
| Section Modulus Z+y / Z-y | 3.72 cm³ / 3.72 cm³ |
| Carbon Footprint | WPC: 1.54 kg CO₂/kg / Profile: 9.005 kg CO₂/kg |
Installation Overview
| Fastening options | InPull nut (M6–M12), blind nut, self-tapping screw, flange bolt, or plug system |
| Cutting | Aluminum-cutting chip saws only. Max 2 m/min. Do not use grinders or chainsaws. |
| Expansion gaps | Pre-drilled holes 2–4 mm wider than bolt shaft. Washers required. 0.92 mm/m expansion per 40°C difference. |
| End caps | Glue WPC or ASA end caps with Sikaflex Crystal Clear or 3M DP-8010. Keep four weep holes unblocked. Minimum order: 100 pieces. |
| Connectors | Connectors are not available for the Soleo 6029. Specify required lengths at time of order. Contact Geolam for installation guidance for joining runs on this profile. |
Geolam Technology VS. Alternative Technologies
See how Geolam compares to the leading alternative materials on the market.
| Parameter | Geolam | AluminumLongboard, Knotwood, Dizal, Lynx | Phenolics / HPLProdema, Fundermax, Trespa | WPCWood’n | Rice Hulls / PVCResysta | Terracotta BaguettesBoston Valley, Terreal | Natural WoodIpé, Cedar, PT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aesthetic | ✓ Authentic wood grain | ✗ Printed finish | ✗ No true woodgrain | ✗ Visible butt joints | ✗ Needs finishing | ✗ Smooth, no grain | ✓ Natural warmth |
| Maintenance | ✓ Zero, clean only | ✗ Annual cleaning log | ✓ Zero, clean only | ✗ Regular cleaning | ✗ Needs refinishing | ✓ Zero, clean only | ✗ Frequent refinishing |
| Fire Rating | ✓ ASTM E136 NC | ✓ ASTM E136 NC | ✗ Class A/B, needs NFPA 285 | ✗ Class A, combustible | ✗ Class A, combustible | ✓ ASTM E136 NC | ✗ Combustible |
| Scratch Resistance | ✓ 35-yr proven, sandable | ✗ Visible scratches | ✗ Visible scratches | ✗ Visible scratches | ✗ Visible scratches | ✗ Visible scratches | ✗ Visible scratches |
| Custom Lengths | ✓ Up to 19’8″ | ✗ 12’–24′ standard only | ✓ Up to 4′ x 10′ | ✗ 12′ standard only | ✗ 12′ standard only | ✗ 6′ max | ✗ 8’–12′ (species-based) |
| Warranty | ✓ 10-yr non-prorated | ✓ 25–50 yr, may prorate | ✓ 10-yr, prorated finish | ✗ 5-yr (handled abroad) | ✓ 25-yr, no finish warranty | ✓ 30-yr | ✗ None |
| Installation | ✓ Ready to install | ✗ Requires furring | ✗ Requires sub-framing | ✗ Furring & clips | ✗ Specific furring spacing | ✗ Complex, engineered | ✗ Furring typical |
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Frequently Asked Questions
| What is the Soleo 6029 made of? | The Soleo 6029 is co-extruded with an anodized aluminum alloy core (A6063S-T5, Series 6000) and a wood/polypropylene composite (WPC) outer skin, producing a medium-width 2 3/8" x 1 1/4" batten profile with a sanded wood-grain surface. |
| Is it fire-rated? | Yes. The Soleo 6029 is certified non-combustible per ASTM E-136 (appendix), qualifying it for fire-regulated commercial, high-rise, and institutional projects. |
| What is the minimum order? | The minimum order is 1,000 lineal ft for all standard colors (Teak, Moleskin, Rosewood, and Ebony). Non-standard colors Carbon and Bilinga require 5,000 lineal ft with a 90-day lead time. Custom colors require 6,000 lineal ft. |
| Are connectors available? | Connectors are not available for the Soleo 6029. End caps (WPC or ASA) are available with a minimum order of 100 pieces. Specify your required lengths at time of order to minimize on-site joins. |
| How does the 6029 compare to the Soleo 6008? | The 6029 is slightly wider at 2 3/8" vs 2" on the 6008, creating a marginally broader batten face and a more open shadow gap rhythm for screen and facade applications where a medium-pitch spacing is preferred. The 6008 suits tighter-spaced installations and is stocked in Teak and Rosewood with no minimum, while the 6029 requires a 1,000 lft minimum for all colors. |
Downloads & Documents
| Soleo 6029 Datasheet | Download PDF |
| Installation & Maintenance Guide | Download PDF |
| CAD Drawings | View |
| Submittal Documentation | View |
| Tests & Certifications | View |
