Falzinc enhances The Arthaus

Nearly 1,500 sqm of Kalzip’s cost-effective Falzinc foldable aluminium building material has been installed by All Metal Roofing on the walls and roof of The Arthaus, a unique development of stylish apartments and mixed use commercial floor space located in the chic new boutique area of Hackney. Designed by Lynas Architecture, this new build / renovation project was built for Findon Homes by Sheldon Construction Services.
“Falzinc is a lightweight, robust and malleable aluminium material that’s easy to handle and quick to install by carefully forming into traditional raised seams. It’s also a very strong and durable building material that has the attractive and highly distinctive external appearance of pre-weathered zinc which mellows gracefully over time, thereby providing end users with the best of both metals,” says All Metal Roofing’s Peter Flood.

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Kalzip XT roofing ideal for Slough Bus Station

Over 1,200 sqm of Kalzip’s aluminium standing seam roofing system, including 1,000 sqm of revolutionary Kalzip XT profile and smooth curved sheets have been installed on the impressive new Slough Bus Station. bblur Architecture was responsible for the futuristic design concept and delivery of this iconic building on behalf of their client, Slough Borough Council for use by local bus operators.

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Kalzip’s solar solutions certified

Kalzip’s AluPlusSolar and SolarClad solutions have been approved under the internationally recognised quality assurance Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) and they have also gained the British Standards Institute’s (BSI) world-renowned and trusted Kitemark - Certificate No: KM 558106. The UK Government is using MCS as a yardstick to ascertain which microgeneration installations are eligible for financial incentives (Feed-in Tariffs) under their Clean Energy Cashback scheme.

The MCS acknowledges microgeneration technology products such as Kalzip’s AluPlusSolar and SolarClad solutions that produce electricity from renewable energy sources. Importantly, MCS is linked with financial incentives that enable end-user customers to make cost-savings by generating their own ‘free’ energy.

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Curvy Kalzip’s just the ticket

Over 1,000sqm of convex and concave smooth curved Kalzip aluminium standing seam roof sheets have been installed on the impressive new Pudsey Bus Station by experienced Teamkal contractor, KGM Roofing Ltd. Built by Allenbuild Ltd for Metro, the West Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive, this futuristically designed canopy roof is attractively finished all round with a continuous ‘true’ curved bull-nosed fascia, also from Kalzip.

Convex taper-curved to a 10 metre radii, the Kalzip sheets form full semicircles on-plan at both ends of the roof - and with Metro keen to have an aesthetically pleasing underside to the bus station’s canopy, the soffits were ingeniously created by using a similar combination of downward facing concave curved Kalzip sheets.

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Kalzip’s BBA Certificate revised

Kalzip’s BBA Certificate No: 98/3841 has been revised and is now far more comprehensive than the original version. It is presented as two separate product sheets covering the Kalzip Liner Roof System and Kalzip Deck Roof System - this allows for the addition of different Kalzip systems at a later date. Covering all of Kalzip’s profiles, this revised version is in the BBA’s new, easier to follow format which makes the search for information much quicker and more convenient for the user.

The newly revised document is also handily cross-referenced to Kalzip’s Falzinc & AluPlusZinc BBA Certificate (No: 08/4571) and to that of Euramax Aluminium Coated Products Limited (No: 93/2922).

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Kalzip introduces new handrail systems

Kalzip has introduced a new range of high quality aluminium handrail systems - the ‘freestanding’ Kalzip Versirail System and the ‘fixed’ Kalzip Handrail System - to provide Collective Fall Protection and improve safety conditions for people working at height on Kalzip standing seam roofs. These handrail systems can be used independently, in combination with each other and in conjunction with any Kalzip walkway system to suit individual project requirements.

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Kalzip - Fit for 40 years!

Kalzip aluminium standing seam system’s outstanding durability has been independently authenticated by virtue of testing undertaken by Germany’s Federal Institute for Material Research and Testing (BAM). BAM’s thorough examinations and assessments have been taking place for more than 40 years in three types of aggressive environment - marine, urban and industrial - and the results confirm Kalzip’s long term corrosion-resistance and performance capabilities.

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Kalzip’s ingenious FC rainscreen system

The bi-directional Kalzip FC aluminium rainscreen system is stylish, non-penetrative and extremely cost-effective. Installed on vertically fixed modular click rails, each lightweight panel is simply hooked at the top and then clicked into place at the bottom - quick, easy and ingenious!

Kalzip FC rainscreen’s innovative bi-directional installation capability (top down / bottom up) allows flexible project scheduling where on-site requirements such as scaffolding or subsequent construction work can be coordinated independently of the fixing process. No rivets or screws are used - and in the event of future damage or desire to change the façade’s appearance, the system allows individual rainscreen panels to be replaced quickly and easily without affecting adjacent components, thereby negating the costly task of renewing the entire façade.

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International Project Reference Book

Kalzip has produced another very high quality international project reference book entitled 'Architecture Metal Inspiration'.  With over 40 years of aluminium standing seam system experience, this 184 page hardback publication illustrates the innovative design, product variety, manufacturing quality and technical support that is naturally associated with Kalzip installations throughout the world. 

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Kalzip XT solution for Newport Station

Over 1,000 individual Kalzip aluminium standing seam sheets have been installed on Network Rail’s stunningly designed new station at Newport, South Wales. As well as straight, tapered and smooth curved Kalzip sheets, many revolutionary Kalzip XT profile sheets of various shapes and sizes were used for significant parts of the link footbridge and concourse buildings where the aluminium cladding is curved both on plan and in section.

Midair manufacturing by Kalzip

Kalzip has introduced an on-site production facility which uses a portable roll-former suspended from a crane to manufacture aluminium standing seam sheets where they’re wanted - up on the roof. This creatively engineered midair manufacturing solution is fast, efficient, extremely safe and very versatile as the roll-former can be quickly repositioned to produce long sheets of Kalzip anywhere around the building or site.

Hat trick of Kalzip Awards for ExCeL London

ExCeL London, Phase 2 has won three awards at Kalzip’s recent Teamkal Conference and Awards ceremony including being crowned ‘Best of the Best’ project. The external panel of judges described the winning entry as “A refreshing, well executed innovative design showcasing Kalzip products in new applications - an excellent achievement given the technical tolerances involved resulting in a very fine, elegantly assembled project.”

Kalzip’s new colours for AluPlusPatina

Kalzip has introduced a series of stunning new colours to enhance its existing range of AluPlusPatina materials. Available in hues of Gold and Bronze, this new range of very distinctive lustre finishes can be supplied in stucco embossed and mill finish materials to provide architects with an inspiring array of creative choices for Kalzip aluminium roofing and façade systems.

Kalzip XT profile sheets get top marks at new Skills Academy

Nearly 5,000 sqm of Kalzip’s aluminium standing seam system, including over 1,000 sqm of revolutionary Kalzip XT profile sheets have been installed on City of Bristol College’s impressive new South Bristol Skills Academy. Archial Architects were responsible for the futuristic design concept and materials specification with architect AWW chosen to deliver the design by contractor, Cowlin Construction Ltd - project management was by Capita Symonds.

Corus starts transition to Tata Steel name

Corus (of which Kalzip Ltd is a part) is adopting Tata Steel as its new identity from today, 27th September 2010. Corus joined the Tata Steel family in April 2007 in a transaction that created one of the world’s largest steelmakers with a major presence in Europe as well as Asia. Like Corus and its predecessors, Tata Steel has a long and successful history, having pioneered the first integrated steelworks in India a century ago.

Superdome re-clad with Kalzip ‘Fix Click’ rainscreen system

The Louisiana Superdome has been re-clad with a total of 34,000 sqm of the new Kalzip FC rainscreen façade including 26,000 sqm of panels installed on the upper curved wall area. Stylish, non-penetrative and extremely cost-effective, the ingenious aluminium Kalzip FC rainscreen is installed on vertically fixed modular click rails - each lightweight aluminium panel is simply hooked at the top then push-clicked into place at the bottom.

Kalzip covers Colchester Garrison

Over 109,000 sqm of Kalzip aluminium standing seam system has been installed on all 124 new buildings constructed in the Merville Barracks at Colchester Garrison. This massive Kalzip project was commissioned by RMPA Services, a ‘special purpose’ PFI company formed to develop and construct the new Barracks and provide through life service support to the Garrison on behalf of the MoD over the 35 year term of the contract.

Kalzip’s perfect for flat roofs

Kalzip’s new flat roofing system guide explains why high performance aluminium standing seam roofs are a robust and cost-effective solution for all new build and refurbishment applications. BBA approved for use on flat and low pitched roofs down to 1.5º, the well-proven Kalzip solution allows for ease of installation, inherent water-tightness, durability and offers a unique 40 year full system guarantee.

Kalzip has carnival appeal

Kalzip’s aluminium standing seam system was specified as the dominant surface material for cladding Luton’s imaginatively designed Carnival Arts Centre. Cany Ash of Ash Sakula Architects said, “Kalzip proved ideal for the centre’s main performance area - it’s versatile, lightweight and by using a variety of tapered sheets, we were able to create a building envelope with the necessary sense of kinetic energy.”

Kalzip earns top marks at Swindon Academy

A full Kalzip built-up system including over 6,300 sqm of straight and tapered Kalzip aluminium standing seam roofing sheets was specified for the impressive new Swindon Academy by Aedas Architects Ltd. Designed for project sponsors United Learning Trust, Swindon Academy has been built by Leadbitter with the Kalzip system installed by approved Teamkal contractor, WWR (UK) Ltd.

Kalzip’s solar solution for Energus

Almost 4,000 sqm of Kalzip aluminium standing seam roofing including over 1,500 sqm of Kalzip AluPlusSolar sheets have been installed on the Energus Centre of Excellence in Workington, Cumbria by approved Teamkal contractor, Lakesmere Ltd. AluPlusSolar provides a lightweight and fully integrated renewable power generation source - the system utilises a robust yet flexible thin-film PV laminate that is factory-bonded directly onto the Kalzip sheet’s outer surface.

Over-clad Kalzip solution for Influenza Resource Centre

Straight and smooth curved Kalzip aluminium standing seam and galvanised liner sheets have been used to create the tightly sealed, insulated and weatherproofed building envelope of the Influenza Resource Centre (IRC) & UK Stem Cell Bank in South Mimms. The Kalzip is over-clad in white chestnut timber to satisfy local planning requirements for this environmentally sensitive rural location.

Kalzip’s new dual-insulation roof system achieves U-values as low as 0.1 W/m²K and has been installed on the CO₂Zero-LiveWork building, Bristol. This technically proven low U-value system is extremely cost effective and utilises the combined benefits of two complementary types of insulation materials - Kalzip Insulation Plus (glass mineral fibre) and Kalzip Insulation 23 (rigid insulation boards). Combining the two insulation materials enables a significantly greater overall thermal resistance to be achieved compared with using a single layer of insulation of the same thickness.

Portsmouth’s Mountbatten Leisure Centre has been crowned ‘Best of the Best’ at Kalzip’s recent Teamkal Conference and awards ceremony. An external panel of distinguished judges described the impressive new sports facility as, “A beautifully conceived and detailed project demonstrating excellent use of Kalzip in a curved application.”

Over 50,000m² of straight, curved and tapered convex curved Kalzip aluminium standing seam sheets have been installed on Dublin Airport’s impressive new Terminal 2, Pier E and associated buildings. Arup and lead architects Pascall+Watson specified a full acoustic Kalzip system for T2 which was installed by Portuguese building envelope project manager and contractor, Martifer.

Over 800m² of straight and tapered copper Kalzip sheets were installed on the complex roof of the impressive new Burns Monument Centre in Kay Park, Kilmarnock by Teamkal contractor, CDW Ltd. East Ayrshire Council Asset Improvement Service appointed Hunter Clarke Ltd as the main contractor and specified copper Kalzip as it would blend in well with the centre’s natural stonework.

Kalzip’s highly durable perforated façade system was specified by Jefferson Sheard Architects to provide a series of translucent protective ‘veils’ around four major external stairwell areas at East Durham College’s new campus in Peterlee, Co Durham. Miller Construction (UK) Ltd was the design and build contractor and Chemplas Ltd the building envelope contractor.

With an annual turnover of £35million, Kalzip’s existing UK business is based in Haydock Lane where it manufactures a wide range of solutions and finishes for roofs, façades and the entire building envelope. Investment in these new premises comes following a period of sustained growth and is part of a strategic move on the part of Kalzip aimed at strengthening its position as one of the leading UK construction product manufacturers.

The new bi-directional Kalzip FC Façade System is stylish, non-penetrative and extremely cost-effective. Installed on vertically fixed modular click rails, each lightweight panel is simply hooked at the top and then clicked into place at the bottom - quick, easy and ingenious!

Kalzip has launched an exciting new international Project Gallery featuring an extensive array of stunning photos and inspiring projects. Created to showcase Kalzip’s countless award-winning projects and the company’s impressive record of continuous achievement throughout the last 40 years, www.kalzipgallery.com is quick and easy to use.

A multiplicity of high quality building projects from all over the world are featured on Kalzip’s new Gallery ranging from the simple and unassuming to the complex and prestigious. Sophisticated yet simple to use search functions allow users to select their preferred criteria in order to view Kalzip’s ever-expanding portfolio of projects.