Metal Sales Manufacturing Corp. Metal Sales recently introduced a new photovol- taic (PV) panel program. Metal Sales Solar Roofi ng Solutions adds Solar Flare (crystalline panels) and Solar Flex (thin fi lm panels) to its already extensive sustainable product line, complementing a company- wide objective of attractive and functional building products. Solar Flare and Solar Flex can both be used on new or existing roofs, and each provides distinct advantages. Solar Flare is a rigid crystalline panel that provides high energy effi ciency per area, and is mounted to standing seam panel ribs. Solar Flex, a fl exible thin fi lm with adhesive backing attaches to the fl at pan of the roof panel. It has a low profi le and handles shading and ambient light exceptionally well. www.metalsales.us.com
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AMICO AMICO manufactures architectural expanded meshes, gratings and perforated metals avail- able in many alloys and colors. In addition, AMICO can assist with the design, engineering and fabrication of the supporting structure. www.amicoarch.com
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Englert Inc. The Englert Solar Sandwich combines the beauty and durability of a standing seam metal roof system with rooftop photovoltaic laminates and an under roof solar thermal sys- tem to provide electricity and heat and reduce a structure’s energy bill by 20 to 80 percent. www.englertinc.com
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Expanded and Perforated Metals
Accurate Perforating Accurate Perforating manufactures perforated metals sheet and coil in a variety of materials, in- cluding steel, stainless, brass, aluminum, copper, galvanized steel and others. Accurate Perforating offers a wide selection of standard, decorative and custom patterns. The perforated metals are used in a variety of architectural products, including sunshades, cladding, curtainwall and sound abatement materials. www.accurateperforating.com
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Expanded Solutions Expanded Solutions offers a wide array of expanded metal panels for all your architectural needs. Powder coated expanded metal creates a stunning look for an updated parking garage. Wheth- er your project is high-tech or industrial, economi- cal or high-end, Expanded Solutions can provide expanded metal to fi t the needs of your project. www.expandedsolutions.com
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ATAS International Inc. ATA-Solar from ATAS is a factory-applied system. ATA-Solar consists of three parts: the metal roof panels, thin-fi lm amorphous silicon laminates and appropriate electrical components. When selecting an ATA-Solar roof, panel options include ATAS Field-Lok FLM165 and FLS180 and Dutch Seam MRD194, avail- able in steel or aluminum. www.atas.com
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McNICHOLS McNICHOLS Expanded Grating is typically used as an economical solution for lighter traf- fi c ramps, walkways and treads, as it is avail- able in weights of 3 to 6 1/4 psf with a variety of opening sizes. www.mcnichols.com
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New Metals Inc. The sky-metal preformed aluminum acousti- cal ceiling panels offer a clean aesthetic in the standard 15/16-inch suspension systems. This product line is available in three colors and four perforation patterns. Special inquiries are welcomed. New Metals’ quality standards are in accordance with ISO-9001:2008. www.newmetals.com