From the series "Eco-friendly solutions and technologies—trends 2023"
LessCO2 carbon footprint by half: the well-known titanium-zinc RHEINZINK-prePATINA now becomes prePATINA ECO ZINC—the world's most sustainable building zinc.
ROOFS AND ROOFING
Zinc has been used for more than 300 years in the most vulnerable elements of construction: roof, flashings, drainage and facades. Now as titanium-zinc, the RHEINZINK material is used on millions of roofs around the world. In the age of sustainable architecture, titanium-zinc is experiencing a boom. Having the lowest primary energy content of all metals, RHEINZINK gives security, prestige, convinces with quality and enchants with beauty. Depending on the roof system, you have a choice between classic solutions and designs for special applications.
Sustainable roof and roofing solutions—classic architecture. Longchamp palace complex
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FAÇADE SYSTEMS
There are many challenges to face when designing a facade. Depending on the type of project and the client's expectations, it may be to „harmonize” individual elements on an existing facade or to design a completely new building facade. The natural raw material titanium-zinc sheet RHEINZINK not only has excellent optical and technical advantages—it is also a non-flammable material and unafraid of scratches. Facades made of titanium-zinc are beautiful, durable and maintenance-free for years. Modern RHEINZINK systems not only catch the eye and highlight the representative features of a building, but also reduce waste andCO2 emissions.
The components of the RHEINZINK facade system can be easily adapted to different building shapes,
residential house in Gonderange, design: by Valentiny Hvp Architects S.a R.l.
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RHEINZINK perforated facades are based on a system of panels and cassettes. With this type of facade, through the individual application of perforation, embossing or cutting technology, very interesting effects can be achieved. The use of natural or artificial light makes it possible to achieve intriguing effects, with the help of which it is possible to optically influence the impact of the facade or the entire building in an amazing way.
The components of the RHEINZINK facade system can be easily adapted to different building shapes,
Mik Mak apartment building in Wroclaw, proj.: ArC2 Fabryka Projektowa Sp. z o. o.
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In terms of environmental protection, RHEINZINK has an excellent track record. In line with its sustainability strategy with prePATINA ECO ZINC, RHEINZINK now offers the most sustainable building zinc in the world. The certified raw material comes from Scandinavia and is produced using 100% renewable energy sources, emitting 50% less carbon footprint.
Roof drainage system—gutter
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GUTTERS AND DRAINAGE
RHEINZINK's patinated zinc-titanium g utters are currently the gutter system of choice for ceramic, cement as well as slate roofs in Europe. The tailored range of more than 500 components for every roof, together with the highest quality material, will stand up to the harshest weather conditions.
Titanium-zinc half-round gutter
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The roof drainage system is a small but important part of any building. The durable titanium-zinc metal gutter system has a natural self-regenerating patina and is not afraid of scratches. The half-round gutter is the most common gutter system and aesthetically complements any roof, including those made of tile, slate or sheet metal.
Stylish architectural accents,
Fort 47A in Węgrzce, design: STUDIO S arch. Michal Szymanowski
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STYLISH ARCHITECTURAL ACCENTS
Small detail? A large project? Regardless of size, the expectations are the same—safety, security and aesthetics. And it is the right flashing and thoughtful details that determine its durability and the appearance of the building for generations to come
Attics of flat roofs made of titanium-zinc sheeting
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Sheet metal flashings for chimneys, dormers, attics or parapets, made of zinc have proven their worth for centuries. Continuous protection, especially in changing weather conditions, is ensured thanks to the wonderful properties of this material—natural patination.
The ideal combination of aesthetics and sustainability: roofs, facades, flashings and gutters made of RHEINZINK-prePATINA sheet metal
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THE PERFECT MATERIAL FOR SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION
Low carbon footprint, 100% recyclability, outstanding durability and maintenance-free operation—prePATINA ECO ZINC is the perfect building material for sustainable construction of the future. Already, emissions in the entire production process are only 1.85 kg ofCO2 per kg of zinc. This change saves us more than 36,000 tons ofCO2 per year. For comparison, this is equivalent to the carbon dioxide emissions of a small town of 4,500 inhabitants.
For more information, visit the company's RHEINZINK Polska Sp. z o.o. page on the PdA portal.
