The technique of the standing seam roof is centuries old and can be seen on churches and historic civic buildings around the world. Copper, zinc and stainless steel outer coverings have been used for their excellent weatherproofing and long life.
As the use of metal roofs has expanded, architects and designers have been swift to seize the potential of the standing seam roof on commercial and industrial buildings.
LIFETIME PERFORMANCE
POST LIFETIME RECYCLING
AESTHETIC APPEAL
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
UK government moves towards a 20% reduction in carbon emissions following Kyoto agreements.
AVOIDANCE OF COLD BRIDGING • MANDATORY AIR TESTING
The MRCA leads the way in conjunction with manufacturers and contractors, to bring about improvements in building systems to ensure compliance with the ongoing regulatory demands. It is imperative that the whole roof construction should have the same lifetime as the outer sheet.