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additional new mullions and transoms for its inno- vative Comar 6EFT curtain wall system, with the highest Ix and Iy values available on the market today. As Comar 6EFT has developed to be one of the specifiers preferred system in the UK, demands for larger transom spans in excess of 3,000mm and unsupported multi-storey mullions are a possibility. Where there are different glazed areas in the same envelope we have also extruded high span mullions and transoms in the most popular box sizes, which mean that the same box size can be used throughout the project to ensure that all fixing and plaster lines throughout the facade are continuous. Today’s design complexity, requirements for
aesthetics and complex building shapes are key considerations. Aluminium offers the unique advantage of easily being extruded and manufac- tured into almost any custom shape with ease. With the current focus on energy efficiency,
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ue to demand from its architectural and fabricator clients, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems is pleased to launch
designs must also take into account ‘thermal’ cri- teria and thermal breaks are incorporated. These breaks provide a significant decrease in the thermal conductivity of the curtain walling. The science of curtain walls now means that aspects such as thermal expansion and contraction, building movement, water diversion and thermal efficiency for cost effective heating, cooling and the light- ing of a building are in-built to the system and its design. To provide a flexible approach to aluminium
facade engineering Comar’s 6EFT curtain walling system utilises European wide design and extrusion
VMZINC launches engraved facade
In response to feedback from over 400 architects, VMZINC has once again pioneered a new development with AZENGAR®, the first rolled zinc facade and roofing material to be engraved. Its subtle yet distinctive surface has a matt appearance which is unaffected by fingerprints and therefore ideal for both exterior and interior use. AZENGAR is pigment-free, manufactured using an entirely new
process and produced in 0.7, 0.8 and 1mm thicknesses. It is the lightest shade of zinc available and unlike pre-weathered shades such as QUARTZ-ZINC® and PIGMENTO, its engraving causes delicate variations in light refraction.
01992 822288
www.vmzinc.co.uk
Metalline ahead with high quality solutions
Metalline has become one of the market leading manufacturers for the supply of high quality anodised aluminium insulated panels, pressings, soffits and rainscreen facades. With architects and designers increasingly looking for distinctive and high quality finishes, Metalline’s close working relationship with United Anodisers and the use of superior
grade J57S aluminium sheet has helped it create a prestigious solution. Available in a full range of Anolok finishes specifiers are now able to enhance the aesthetic look and feel of a building’s facade in a choice of colours.
01543 456 930
www.metalline.co.uk respond online at
www.architectsdatafile.co.uk
expertise with Comar’s market leading supply, support and delivery. With its exceptional design flexibility, Comar 6EFT provides high perform- ance solutions for both new build and refurbish- ment facades. It is a flexible standardised system that provides bespoke solutions. Comar’s 6EFT delivers capped curtain walling with 50mm stan- dardised sightlines and includes options for: •Four sided structural glazing which achieves a cutting edge facade with no visible aluminium sight lines
•Two sided structural glazing with horizontal or vertical capping, concealed vents where a feature and bespoke finish can be achieved through a variety of cover caps
•Concealed vents all systems can include side r top hung opening vents
•Facetted glazing options for all systems are available in 7.5º increments both convex and concave
0208 685 9685
www.comar-alu.co.uk
Latest innovations in building envelope design
CA Group Limited has completed work on a 30,000 sq m distribution centre at Prologis Park, Dunstable, showcasing some of the latest innovations in building envelope design. The distribution centre incorporates CA Group’s Twin-Therm® Cerberus curved roof, which was chosen not only because of
its aesthetic appeal, but also as a result of its sustainable credentials. The design of the curved roof reduces the amount of ‘dead space’ within the warehouse, together with the associated heating costs and CO2
further boosted by the introduction of in-plane roof lights. 01388 834242
www.cagroupltd.co.uk
Lighting up research
The Design Prototyping and Testing Centre in Rotherham’s Advanced Manufacturing Park was founded by the University of Sheffield in associ- ation with companies such as Boeing and Rolls Royce. It was built to establish new standards for manufacturing research facilities worldwide.
Designed by Bond Bryan architects, the building’s BREEAM Excellent rating was achieved using Kalwall® translucent wall cladding from Structura UK. Widely used for cladding and roofing, the highly insulating Kalwall system is unique in the way in which it transmits Museum-Quality Daylighting™, flooding the interior with natural diffused daylight while reducing the reliance on artificial lighting.
01233 501504
www.structura-uk.com/kalwall emissions. These savings are
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