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News Release from: Kingspan Insulated Panels | Subject: Kingzip roofing system
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 11 November 2004
Taking Care Of Business
A combination of Kingspan systems was used to stunning effect on a £1m new build project at a business park in Powys.
Through the use of the Kingspan Kingzip roofing system and Kingspan Optimo wall panels, two impressive industrial units have been created that bucks the trend for 'boring' build normally associated with this type of building The design aim of the two 700m2 units on Broadaxe Park, owned by the Welsh Development Agency, was to take a fresh approach, whilst incorporating elements of the stylish buildings that already exist on the business estate
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 22 Jul 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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As the building is not yet occupied, the design also had to flexible as possible for further adaptation.
Architects, Turnbull Tweedale, therefore specified the Kingzip roofing system and Kingspan Optimo wall panels on the basis that they allowed architectural expression, freedom of design and aesthetic appeal.
Chris Turnbull comments: "The materials used reflect the existing buildings and nicely complement the brickwork on the lower level.
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We are acutely aware of the benefits Kingspan products provide, not least the high performance aspects, and we are delighted with the end results.
Kingzip successfully integrates the company's insulated roof panel technology with advanced standing seam construction techniques.
It is an easy-to-handle, single, weathertight component that enables fast track construction.
Significantly, the adoption of a standing seam approach supports the quick and easy laying pitches as low as 1.5 degrees.
The innovative fixing method also eliminates the need to pierce the external sheet, so maximising weather protection and thermal performance.
A benefit Chris found extremely useful.
He comments: "The Kingzip roofing system allowed us to afford a standing seam type roof with all penetrations for fixings covered.
This eradicated a source of potential leakage into the building." Kingspan KS1000 Optimo insulated wall panels represent a major breakthrough in appearance for pre-engineered architectural insulated wall systems.
It offers the benefits of a single-fix solution with an unprofiled finish.
It provides a visually clean exterior for prestigious projects.
Chris concludes: "The building is a simple portal frame with dado masonry up to ground floor.
The Optimo panels provide a modern clean look and creates a striking appearance when combined with the shallow pitched Kingzip roof, with an up stand ridge configuration.
The gables match the remainder of the building and incorporate glazed oriel structures and sidelights.
The insulated panels have helped to create a stylishly smooth look that will be a showpiece building for the eventual occupant.".
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