Magnificent Metal Monday – Curved Metal Roofing Panels

w these features translate into versatile building designs and learn about the innovative ways in which curved metal roofing panels are being utilized today. Read on for three examples of the versatile power.

Examples include:

Photos: Drexel Metals; Credit: Roofing Magazine

Good Samaritan Medical Center in Lafayette, Colorado

This building employs a subtle bow and a snow guard system on its roof which enables snow to gradually thaw and evaporate, rather than coming down in a dangerous rooftop avalanche. This also protects people walking near the building, as well as vital roof components like gutters, vents and mechanical equipment. The roof’s near-black color finish makes a powerful design statement as well, providing contrast to the building’s otherwise light color scheme.  

Credit: Roofing Magazine; Photos by Drexel Metals

St. Anthony Coptic Church in Maitland, Florida

The shape of the roof’s radius immediately evokes centuries-old architecture that would stand out in any modern city skyline. The curved metal panels’ flexibility made it possible for roofing contractors to meet the unique specifications from the design’s architects. and the material’s durability will give peace of mind to its parishioners for decades, as its warranty guarantees that it will provide protection against the region’s high winds and heavy rain. In addition to the roof’s attention-grabbing shape, the custom color reflects the timeless Coptic style from which it takes its inspiration. 

Credit: DrexelMetals

K-Span Building Systems

K-Span building systems are large, ad hoc buildings whose central structural element is a curved roof in the form of structural-strength, arched panels. Built with Grade 50 steel panels galvanized to ASTM A653 G90 standards, this ensures a high level of strength and durability. Combining this material strength with their classic arched shape, K-Span buildings can create versatile structures that require no beams, columns or other interior support. They enable quick, cost-effective construction that can be modified to a wide range of dimensions and the system’s high-speed construction requires smaller crew, less time and fewer components—while costing 40-60 percent less than other options. 

Metal roofing panels can accommodate curves with fewer complications and reworks than other materials. Not only does this make the functional and unique designs of curved roofs more obtainable for building owners, but it also helps contractors complete projects more efficiently. Additionally, the availability of radius trim for gables and endwalls eliminates the blight of segmentation with straight trim. 

Drexel Metals

Drexel Metals has been a long standing exhibitor and partner of METALCON. You can visit with them at METALCON 2023 in Booth #3047 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. For more than 30 years, METALCON has been the only annual tradeshow devoted exclusively to the application of metal in construction and design. Registration opens in April!  Get on the list for early access to registration and stay up to date on all things METALCON. Housing is now open — save money and BOOK your accommodations today.

Produced in partnership with PSMJ Resources, Inc. and the Metal Construction Association.

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