Zinc as a building envelope

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Zinc as a building envelope

  • Introduction and zinc history
    03:25
  • Zinc production and sustainability
    03:03
  • Aesthetics of zinc
    06:36
  • Roofing systems
    10:59
  • Build ups
    05:31
  • Façade systems
    16:25
  • Other systems
    14:51
  • Performance
    03:31
  • Procurement and budget
    02:30
  • More from VMZINC
    08:06

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By the end of this module you will be able to understand:

  • The history, manufacture and sustainability credentials of zinc as a building envelope material
  • The characteristics, finishes and weathering processes that influence the appearance and performance of zinc
  • The principal zinc roofing and façade systems, and where each is most appropriately applied
  • The build-up, detailing and ventilation requirements needed to achieve durable, long-lasting installations
  • The key specification, procurement and budgeting considerations for successful zinc roofing and cladding projects

About this module

Developed in partnership with VMZINC, this module explores the use of zinc in roofing, façade and other applications. It examines the material’s performance, durability, sustainability and aesthetic qualities, while outlining the principal systems available and their specification requirements. Participants will learn how to select and detail zinc systems effectively to achieve high-quality, long-lasting building envelopes.
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