Standing seam

From roof to facade

This system has been developedfrom a typical zinc roof product. It is also the most adaptable technique as it can be transformed on site.The standing seam profile recallsthe poetic universe of European cities and is based on the know- how of the craftsmen.

From its original function, standing seamhas flowed down to clad the façade,wrapping the building in a continuousunifying envelope. The use of standing seam gives continuous joints from theroof to the façade while guaranteeingmaximum watertightness. Of course, this technique can also be used for the facade only…The low profile of its folds createsshadows along the length of the sheets.Single or double building lock joints can bechosen to increase or decrease theshadow effects for both vertical and horizontal installations. Its flexibility follows the most daringarchitectural shapes, straight or curved,radial or arched. The style of its long sheets contributes tothe modernity, lightness and regularity of the façade.

Surface aspects:

QUARTZ-ZINC
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® , Natural VM ZINC
® Building architects: Pelleau et Michelot, France (above)Stanley Saitowitz, USA (top right) , also available inBilacquered VM ZINC
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