Insulated Metal Panels (IMPs) can be installed on almost any building type. Commercial and agricultural building owners across all sectors, including cold storage and manufacturing facilities, appreciate the quick installation, long life expectancy, and ease with which IMP roof panels meet demanding energy standards. IMPs deliver impressive results. Learn More About IMP Roofing > https://ow.ly/8ExQ50VjXu0 Photo courtesy of MCA and IMPAlliance Member Nucor The Finley Center was designed by Goodwyn, Mills and Cawood, Inc.#metalconstruction
Another reason to choose metal roofing: asphalt shingles lose wind resistance after 10 years. Metal roofing lasts 40-70 years – even in high-wind areas like Florida. Check out this article from the Tampa Bay Times:
Need residential or commercial roofing that stands the test of time? Metal roofing provides affordable quality. Not only are metal roofing systems incredibly strong, but they can also achieve the look of shingle, tile, or wood. Plus, metal roofing systems can be energy-efficient, so they can help save on energy bills.
The heavy weight of slate roofs means increased shipping and structural framing costs. Metal roofs, on the other hand, are lightweight so they require less structural support and provide easier installation. This is just one more of the benefits to choose metal.
Metal roofing has outperformed many other options in challenging northern and Alpine climates. This paper gives the information to properly prepare your roof for snow retention and load to provide safety, assurance, and peace of mind.
In 2022, Hurricane Ian caused $112 billion in destruction and damages to homes, residences, and buildings in Florida. In its recent Mitigation Assessment Team Report (MAT), FEMA concludes that metal roofs — with the correct installation and quality underlayment — performed substantially better under severe conditions. Metal roofing is becoming increasingly crucial to provide the strongest protection and performance.
The strength and protection of metal roofing was the perfect solution for the owners of this home after years of leaks and problems. With metal, they finally had a roof impervious to organic growth, faithful to the home’s style, and durable for years to come.
A-House is named for its A-shaped soaring peak. It combines both modern and traditional styles for an eclectic mix. The metal roof tiles create a timeless aesthetic with a natural patina and time-tested performance that can last generations.
For the design of the Sky Train Rental Car Center (RCC) Station connecting the terminals and transportation hubs at Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport, the SmithGroup was seeking a modern material to compliment the airport aesthetic.
The clear choice was metal with its strong identity to the aviation and transportation industry.
Serving more than 120,000 passengers per day, the architects built off the theme of the existing 44th Street PHX Sky Train Station in designing the new station’s concave and convex overarching metal roofs, highlighted by uplighting.
The LEED Gold station is covered with a coil coated .040 in. BEMO aluminum standing seam roof with DURA COAT PVDF and Kovach aluminum composite metal panels cladding the walls, perimeter gutter, fascia and soffit.
The curving roof design shelters passengers from the sun while the dynamic forms simulate the constant movement of the trains and complement the fluid lines of aviation design. The curved rooflines also mimic aircraft flight patterns and serve as identifiable wayfinding points for travelers.
In addition to the aesthetic, aluminum was chosen for its affordability, enabling the exterior envelope design and detailing to stay within budget thereby avoiding the need to reduce the programmatic scope.
The low-maintenance material comes with a 30-year warranty and the natural metal coating is fade resistant. This was key as the station design needs to last as long as the train system. The modularity of the roof and fascia panel design will also enable easy replacement in the event of a damaged panel.
The aluminum material is less likely to experience galvanic reactions between dissimilar metals. Further, the self-cleaning attribute of the coated metal panel ensures that the roof always looks clean.
The Sky Train expansion replaces a network of buses with electric trains, thereby eliminating the rental car buses, hotel shuttles and cars crowding the airport. The train system reduces energy use in the airport by 59%.
Taken together, the project was recognized with an Envision Gold Award for its achievement in high-performance infrastructure.
The Sky Train Stage 2 Extension was fast tracked in order to open in time for the 2022 holiday travel season and Super Bowl LVII. The lightweight roofing and cladding systems supported a quick installation and minimized the size of the supporting structure.
Inside the station, terrazzo floors and commissioned artwork lends color and a unique sense of place. Indoor and outdoor seating, air circulation, and good lighting provide safety and comfort 24 hours a day.
