The roof is one of the most critical components of the building. It protects the building from weather elements and contributes to meeting the functional requirements of the build – thermal efficiency, acoustics, structural integrity and more. The choice of roof design and materials also greatly impacts the speed and economy of construction.
The span of the roof is a major design consideration that has flow-on effect across any building project. Long-span roofing systems (generally defined as exceeding 12 metres in span) were developed to satisfy the functional requirements of specific types of buildings.
Long-span roofing creates unobstructed, column-free interior environments. This capability is ideal for spaces where visibility is a high priority, where flexibility is required to support a range of activities, and for structures built to house large objects.
Long-span building applications – whether roofs, walls or otherwise – present a unique design and construction challenge. Steel cladding is the ideal option due to its ability to achieve great spans in a cost-effective manner while providing a range of significant benefits.
Design Flexibility
Long-span steel cladding can accommodate a wide variety of roof designs, whether applied to conventional buildings or unique architectural statements. This includes classic roof designs, irregular geometry or long-span arches that are entirely self-supporting.
Steel cladding also lends itself to integrated roof and ceiling systems. It can be used as a feature material for both the interior and exterior and provides a consistent finish. Perforated sheeting can be specified to provide acoustic attenuation.
Given its ability to support long-spans while providing excellent weather protection, steel cladding can be relied upon to create flexible, column-free internal spaces that are sheltered from the elements.
Fielders Aramax® Structural Cladding System
Delivering a distinct, signature aesthetic to your next project, Fielders ARAMAX® is the visual and functional choice for engineers, architects and builders alike.
The ARAMAX® structural cladding system is unlike any other, with a product that is bigger, bolder and deeper than conventional steel cladding profiles. The ARAMAX® roof sheeting allows for huge roofing spans of up to 20 metres with no purlins or girts. This enables the designer to eliminate the cost and complexity of the building’s secondary structure.
The ARAMAX® cladding serves as a visually stunning and structural component of the structure, reducing cost without compromising performance. ARAMAX® is manufactured in a standard 800mm cover width but 700mm to 900mm cover width may be available subject to request. The profile can accommodate individual project requirements by tapering the sheeting along its length to produce spectacular curves and designs.
Fielders also offer onsite manufacturing for products such as ARAMAX® structural cladding, using a mobile roll-former, which can help projects realise even greater savings.
For more information on Fielders ARAMAX®, please visit: https://fielders.com.au/products/platinum-portfolio/aramax/
Pictured: Primary school shaded play area created utilising 1,444m2 of ARAMAX® cladding.