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Roofs An introduction to Rolled Lead Sheeting
The Lead Sheet Association is at the forefront of training and technical advice in the use of Rolled Lead Sheet to BS EN 12588 in the construction industry.
The Association has a number of technical experts that can provide guidance and advice for those specifying rolled lead sheet. It also runs a range of courses for contractors and installers, from basic, to more advanced and specialist
programmes. The LSA also champions the use of Rolled Lead Sheet in the industry. EVIDENCE-BASED RESEARCH
The LSA has worked with some key organisations in the construction industry to examine more closely the properties and benefits of using lead, particularly in relation to its economic, technical and environ- mental characteristics.
Carried out in conjunction with The Building Research Establishment and Franklin + Andrews lead was found to be more durable as it lasts three times longer than other man-made products; more carbon friendly and more economical than any man-made alternative.
A VERSATILE AND SUSTAINABLE MATERIAL
Looking at the research in more detail it found that rolled lead sheet used in construction outperforms competing manmade products and hard metals, on many fronts: The carbon footprint of lead, compared with other hard metals, is extremely low making it a very environmentally friendly material.
Its lifespan also means it lasts a generation without having to be replaced - on average more than three times longer than other proprietary flashing products.
There is an established recycling infrastructure so almost 100% of the waste can be re-used.
Lead’s longevity means that architects can safely use it in designs needing to comply with Euro code requirements for a 60 year design life.
Lead installation is not impacted by damp or cold weather conditions, thereby minimising project delays.
Working with lead is a highly skilled job and will more likely be undertaken by skilled tradesmen, thereby minimising the risks of employing unskilled labour using other products.
Over a 40 year period lead can be up to 50% cheaper than manmade flashing products and over 65 years it is almost 100% cheaper.
The concentration of lead in rainwater run-off is proven to have no public health or environmental impact.
Lead is considered so safe and reliable that it is possible to obtain a 25 year insurance backed guarantee covering the material and installation when it is installed by an LCA (Lead Contractors Association) accredited contractor.
HERE TO SUPPORT SPECIFIERS
The LSA has been part of the RIBA CPD Network since June 2012 and since then has provided hundreds of CPD’s to specifiers across the UK. CPD’s are free of charge so please don’t hesitate to contact us to book yours.
The Association also provides a wealth of technical information via its website including the LSA Pocket Guide, AutoCad drawings for flashings, gutters, cladding and roofing as well as health and safety information. This information is free of charge. More detailed information can be found in the Rolled Lead Sheet - The Complete Manual, which can be ordered through the website. LSA Technical Officers are also available for consultation on specific projects.
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*Lead is now in the BRE Green Guide and in most of the standard roofing and vertical cladding installations and has a rating of A+ or A
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