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Metal roofing manufacturers includes cad drawings, Revit BIM systems, and csi 3 part metal roofing specs. Additional content; metal roofing videos, DWG details that contribute to LEED credits, and catalogs. Arcat content is free to all architects, spec writers and builders that need to select metal roofing for construction projects.

Metal roofing comes in many forms

And despite the appearances of individual products, all of them are best suited for specific types of applications. The important thing to keep in mind is that they are not traditionally installed using nails but rather lengthier shingles...often called "tabs." Most carports and ramps are covered with a grooved "half-round" type roofing because it is most suitable for supporting heavy, wide loads. And rather than run the risk of puncturing the metal panels with nailing through the framing behind the panels, the construction codes require that all nails be installed through thin-metal washers or plates; these will spread the load being applied from the curved nail shingle. Metal panels on factory type buildings usually have screws that are installed through those metal receiving panels; this also protects the edges of the underlying framing. Covering over trusses is generally done with metal because it can span longer distances, which should minimize the weight of the metal roofing product. With metal roofing covering such a large surface and extended lengths, metal roofing is a potentially large target for corrosion.

Adding Value

But the specialist coatings, the architectural shapes, the corrosion resistant metals all contribute to the added value of metal roofing products.