March 31, 2011 - Michigan City, IN – Through sessions offered by Kalzip Inc., design professionals throughout North American have been learning more about the capabilities of metal and ways in which it can help fill design needs and boost business opportunities.
The AIA-accredited sessions help attendees understand the correct application of high performance standing seam roofing products and systems and answer the most common questions about designing with metal. Topics include types of metals, standards and innovations that have an impact on the technical, service and aesthetic performance of the roofing system. The sessions enable attendees to make more informed decisions about roofing specifications, performance criteria, and sustainable construction.
According to Rodger A. Russ, Product Manager Americas for Kalzip, presenter of many of the programs, architects gain new creative insight from each session. “We encourage open discussion and realize how impressed architects are at the ways in which metal can be fabricated or formed to cover the unique geometries we show in our presentation. They are also amazed at the many aspects of on-site rollforming and the ability to produce panel lengths of more than 150 feet. With the information from each lunch-and-learn session, and the long service life of aluminum and its malleable properties, architects are empowered to be more creative with the use of aluminum or other malleable metals in their new projects.”
The sessions also address future design opportunities offered by Kalzip’s state-of-the-art technology and an overview of component design that covers technical detailing, product application and construction techniques. Each one-hour session offers 1 learning unit for AIA-registered architects, specifiers and design professionals.
These time saving lunch-and-learn sessions are held all over the country. To schedule a presentation contact Jennifer Scott at 219 879 2793, jennifer.scott@kalzip.com or fill out an online form at www.kalzip.com/kalzip/us/home/lunch_learn_seminar_book.aspx
In addition to these programs, Kalzip representatives will be available to answer questions at the Kalzip exhibit, booth # 945, at the AIA 2011 National Convention and Design Exposition, May 12–14 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans.
About Kalzip
Kalzip is recognized as a leading developer of tailored metal solutions for the building envelope. It specializes in the international manufacture and supply of standing seam roofing, wall cladding solutions, PV systems, and foldable options for more traditional roofs and facades. During the past 40 years more than 800 million square feet of Kalzip products have been installed worldwide on some of the most distinctive, world-famous, award winning projects.
Kalzip offers worldwide distribution of materials and services through a network of international sales offices, more than 100 mobile roll forming units, and approved and dedicated installers. In addition to its North American headquarters and manufacturing facility in Michigan City, IN, the company maintains its original factory in Germany, and has facilities in China, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.
For more information about Kalzip products, visit www.kalzip.com, or contact the North American headquarters in Michigan City at 219-879-2793.
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