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premium architectural roofing

designed to inspire and engineered to perform

Armaseam plus

the all metal roofing

solution from Alumasc

The building roofscape both as an architectural statement and as a functional element - is a conjunction of the roof, the perimeter detailing and the rainwater solution. Pitched and curved roofs provide a strong architectural statement in themselves, whereas flat roofs rely for their visual impact on the strength of the perimeter detailing.
Alumasc Armaseam Metal Roofing, and Skyline Fascia/Soffit Systems together provide the ingredients for a high tech overall roofscape solution based on metal, with wide ranging applications and architectural potential. Armaseam can also be used in conjunction with systems from the Alumasc Architectural Rainwater range to provide all-metal sloping roof solutions to traditional format, whilst Skyline provides the ideal fascia/soffit solution when combined with flat roof systems from the Alumasc waterproofing range.

Skyline

Armaseam:

dramatic roofscapes in metal

Armaseam is a versatile, high performing standing seam system based on the tried and tested principle of zipped joints. It is virtually maintenance free, totally weatherproof with no penetrative fixings, and will provide outstanding performance for the life of the building.
The flexibility and adaptability of Armaseam make it equally suitable for pitched, curved or virtually flat roof applications. Panels can be formed in the flat to almost unlimited length.

Armaseam Key Benefits

No penetrative fixings;

Panels can be laid to curve on site without mechanical equipment, to a radius of 40 metres for convex curves and 45 metres for concave curves. With the assistance of on-site equipment these radii can be reduced to 6 metres and 15 metres and panels can be crimp curved in the factory down to a radius of 600mm, for convex curves only.

Unmatched versatility: can be fixed vertically or near horizontally (1.5 minimum pitch);

Can be curved in the direction of span. Production on site of panels to any length

Fully compliant with current Building Regulations

Fire performance rated at AA to BS 476: Part3. BBA Approved

Armaseam can also provide the waterproofing substrate beneath an Alumasc ZinCo extensive green roof.

 Armaseam:
solutions for
Standing seam is one of the oldest forms of roofing to exploit the special aesthetic and weatherproofing properties of non-ferrous metals. Traditionally, these metals have required continuous support from a solid substrate and their application has been highly labour intensive. Armaseam by Alumasc brings all the special architectural qualities and material options associated with traditional standing seam roofing into a modern context.

contemporary standing seam roofing

Regular production of Armaseam is in aluminium and for more prestigious applications stainless steel, zinc and copper are also available.

Aluminium combines economy with longevity in

stucco embossed mill finish, with alternative paint specifications available. Armaseam can be manufactured in pre-painted aluminium strip, with almost unlimited colour choice in PVDF or ARS coatings for quantities of 500 metres or more.

Armaseam Systems
As a single skin roofing, Armaseam is ideal as an over roof, or as a roof to open sided walkways. In conjunction with either mineral wool or rigid insulation, Armaseam can provide single skin solutions to a range of cold roof configurations. For double skin warm roof applications, incorporating mineral wool insulation, Armaseam may span between purlins, using

Zinc is naturally self protecting, has excellent creep

resistance and can be easily worked for special details. Armaseam zinc panels can be supplied with a natural bright finish, or a pre-weathered finish (Quartz Zinc).

a profiled liner sheet as inner skin, or between main frame members, with a structural deck as the inner skin.

Typical warm roof - spanning between purlins

Stainless steel has dramatic visual impact

reflecting light and surrounding colour and it is non-corroding and fire resistant. Marine grade is available for harsh environments and there are a wide choice of finishes.
Cold roof - Armaseam direct to purlins Typical warm roof - spanning between purlins with extending halters

Copper requires no decoration, maintenance or cleaning,

and is dimensionally stable over time. To maximise specifier choice, Alumasc can supply Armaseam copper panels in different finishes including pre-treatments that replicate the effects of weathering.

Typical warm roof - on structural deck spanning between main frame members

Skyline: function and add

The interface between walls and roof at the building eaves is one of the most crucial facets of design - both functionally and aesthetically. The sharpness and vibrancy of factory finished aluminium, fully exploited by Alumascs creative fabrication skills, has provided dramatic engineered solutions over a wide range of buildings for both public and commercial sectors.

ed style where roof meets wall

SKYLINE PARAPET PROFILE SKYLINE BULLNOSE PROFILE SK

SKYLINE CHISEL PROFILE

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Parapet profile projecting directly from glazed faade

Bullnose profile projecting directly from brick faade

Skyline: integrated all m

Skyline is a range of bold fascia profiles in aluminium, complemented by interlocking soffit planks to provide a wide choice of alternative eaves overhangs. Skyline is a natural complement to the Alumasc Architectural Roofing offer.

Parapet Profile

Bullnose Profile

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SKYLINE AEROFOIL PROFILE SKYLINE CHISEL PROFILE SKYLINE PARAPET P

SKYLINE PARAPET PROFILE

Aerofoil profile with projecting eaves and glazed faade

Chisel profile with projecting eaves on render faade

etal fascia/soffit solutions

Skyline is not a rigid set of standard components, but a product rationale, developed to exploit the potential of Alumascs wide ranging production capability in pressed and folded aluminium. The result is a range of four generic fascia configurations which may be projected direct from the elevation or they may be combined with the Alumasc soffit plank to produce varying eaves overhangs. A design and fabrication service for bespoke shapes is also available. When used in conjunction with Armaseam, Skyline provides a fully integrated and engineered metal roofscape, but Skyline can equally be used as a product in its own right both with flat roofs and with slated and tiled pitched roofs.

Aerofoil Profile

Chisel Profile

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Armaseam plus Skyline: capping for the build

The wide range of volumetric roof shapes available with Armaseam, combined with the sleek eaves/fascia configurations that can be created with Skyline, provide almost unlimited scope for total roofscape solutions in metal.

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The metal roofscape: alte

and design synergies
When combined with Alumascs market leading Architectural Rainwater Systems, Armaseam can create a total roofscape replicating a traditional pitched roof, with flush or projecting eaves.

Aqualine Rainwater
The special benefits of extrusion - smooth lines and intricate linear detailing - are reflected in Aqualine, which can contribute strongly, with its sleek and sophisticated appearance, to the overall architectural design of a building.

GX Rainwater
GX is a robust and fully engineered folded box section gutter with moulded option, and is especially suited to industrial and commercial applications, or in conjunction with Skyline fascia/soffit.

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rnative product combinations from the Alumasc range

When combined with one of the Alumasc world class flat roofing systems, Skyline can provide a strong and dramatic architectural statement at the building eaves.

Waterproofing Systems
CONCRETE SLAB - tech single layer alternative Derbigum Rapido is ROOF a high WARM ROOF CONSTRUCTION SKYLINE BULLNOSE PROFILE SKYLINE PARAPET PROFILE PLYWOOD DECK ON TIMBER JOISTED ROOF

to built up bituminous roofing, whilst

Derbigum Arte

SKYLINE BULLNOSE PROFILE CONCRETE ROOF SLAB WARM ROOF CONSTRUCTION

SKY PLY

incorporates a non textured acrylic surface, to make it fully comparable aesthetically with single ply membranes.

Hydrotech is ideal as the waterproofing beneath green

roofs, using a common membrane specification applied without need for specialist equipment and with variations only in the protective layer.

Eavesline Anti-climb
Eavesline anti-climb barrier is designed to prevent unauthorised access to the roofscape. It comprises support brackets and pre-formed curved barrier sections and can be fitted in front of virtually any gutter profile providing a bold and imaginative architectural feature in addition to its security function. The barrier is suitable for new build and retrofit.

Eavesline Coping
The Eavesline coping system provides an economical and easily installed capping to upstanding parapets, in conjunction with flat or pitched roofs. The strap fixing method avoids penetration of

EAVESLINE ANTI-CLIMB BARRIER IN CONJUNCTION WITH MOULDED GUTTER AND SECURITY DOWNPIPE

the capping, whilst allowing ventilation over the top of the wall. Eavesline coping is maintenance free, available in a wide range of colours and is equally suited to retrofit and new build.

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total support
Alumasc provides a fully comprehensive and seamless package of advice and hands on management back-up, extending through site installation to warranties and maintenance schedules. Implementation is led by the Alumasc Metal Roofing Manager appointed to the project.

Technical support
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Thermal calculations Wind loading calculations Detailed written specification (to NBS format if required) Project specific CAD drawings Material safety data sheets

National network of Metal Roofing specialist installers

Alumasc provide a network of carefully selected installation specialists, all of whom have received instruction in the installation techniques for Metal Roofing systems and whose project performance is rigorously monitored in terms of:
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Compliance with project specifications Compliance with project programmes General compliance with good working practice on site

Alumasc partnering
Alumascs long-standing service ethic is the ideal platform from which to develop partnering arrangements, providing total peace of mind to the client during a long term contract. Consistency of performance is ensured in terms of product and service.

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Project monitoring
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Regular visits to site to provide technical support Conduct a final inspection of the work to ensure

warranty compliance
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Ensure that appropriate recommendations are made for a

maintenance regime to fulfil clients needs and the requirements of the warranty commitment is realised

Lifecycle support Alumasc Metal Roofing warranties

Alumasc offers a comprehensive choice of warranties covering both product and installation to suit the specified design life of the installed product. Alumasc backed warranties are available for 10, 15 or 20 years supported by public and product liability insurances with a total indemnity limit of 50 million on an annually renewable basis. Alumasc can also arrange third party insurance backing giving up to 20 years cover subject to independent final inspection, documented compliance with an agreed maintenance schedule and pre-payment of the relevant premium. Where specifically required by the client, the Alumasc Metal Roofing Manager will liaise with the approved contractor for the project to ensure that:
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Agreed maintenance checks are carried out to schedule

and to specification
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A response time of 48 hours for emergency repairs is

achieved where possible

Alumasc quality assurance

Alumasc Exterior Building Products Ltd has a quality assurance management system which complies with BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and has also implemented an environmental management system.

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Armaseam: A metal roof system inspired by the tradition of standing seam, engineered for today. Skyline: A fascia/soffit system with unparalleled design freedom, based on Alumascs technical leadership in aluminium fabrication.

Project Listings

Smaralind Shopping Mall Schipol Airport Gresham Street St Maartens Airport Cork Airport St. Radigunds

Reykjavik Amsterdam City of London Dutch Antilles Eire Dover

Glasgow Harbour Development Glasgow

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Premium solutions for the designer and specifier
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Engineering integrity and freedom for architectural expression combine to provide limitless scope for roofscapes in metal.

For the building client

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Premium quality products, supported by comprehensive insurance backed guarantees, provides long term peace of mind.

For the main contractor

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In the hands of the network of fully trained installers, fault free installation to tight programme requirements is ensured.

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Project design and installation guidance to ensure best value whilst retaining specification and project requirements.

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Alumasc Exterior Building Products LTD White House Works, Bold Road, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4JG United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0)1744 648400 Facsimile: +44 (0)1744 648401 Website: www.alumasc-exteriors.co.uk E-mail: info@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk

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