| Ward Insulated
Panels has announced the launch of Topspan – an innovative
frame-to-frame insulated structural roofdeck. |
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Following the success of its existing Topdek composite single ply
roofdeck, Ward Insulated Panels has used its expertise to develop a new
frame to frame long span composite roofdeck. |
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Topspan is an insulated roofdeck combining a structural deck, PIR
insulation and a metal top sheet into one product. Designed to support a
choice of site applied standing seam or membrane finishes, Topspan
provides a clear span capability of up to 8 metres, and is faster to
install than alternative built-up roofdeck systems. The product has
excellent fire resistance and the PIR core is environmentally
sustainable as it is CFC/HCFC-free with zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP).
The internal face of the deck is pre-finished providing a smooth clean
interior appearance. |
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Topspan is suitable for flat or curved roof applications and is
available with a Wardsure Warranty guaranteeing the thermal and
structural performance of the panel for up to 25 years. |
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Similar concepts are currently being used successfully overseas and Ward
believes that the UK could benefit from this method of construction. The
product has been rigorously tested and assessed and complies with UK
building regulations. |
| Ward
has already received much interest in Topspan from building designers
and structural engineers keen to exploit the benefits of this new
approach to roof construction and they have employed Michelle Donohue as
product manager to promote this new product throughout the UK. |
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Michelle said: “Topspan is receiving high levels of interest from
engineers who like the composite concept, which means that accurate U
values are achieved. Contractors who have installed Topdek have been
interested too, because it can be lifted from wagon to roof without the
need for manual handling, and because it is composite and long spanning
it can be installed much quicker than built up alternatives “ |
| For
further information on Ward Insulated Panels see
www.roofinfo.co.uk/wards |
