A BBA-approved structural metal roof lining system which handles the dual-edged sword of architects’ and contractors’ requirements is available from Arcelor Construction UK.

Where the architect is concerned, the Arval Tactray 90 tile and slate support system enables them to free up internal spaces that would otherwise be cluttered with bracing systems as well as use the tray’s white polyester underside as an internal finish rather than suspended ceilings.

Then where the contractor is concerned, because the metal system is up to 25% quicker to install than a traditional timber rafter based construction, buildings can be made watertight in super quick time, saving on workforce costs and allowing internal fit out to commence sooner.

Lightweight but inherently strong and available perforated to achieve acoustic solutions, Tactray 90 is ideally placed to meet the trend for bigger and bigger commercial and retail buildings, being capable of spanning up to 3,600mm under normal load conditions.

The Arval system does not affect the practice of tiling or slating as the installation of underlay, battens and tiles remains identical and the completed roof shows no visible evidence of its use. However, the absence of timber trusses reduces congestion and fire risk.

Fitted with a built-in vapour control gasket and available with factory-fitted counter battens, Tactray solutions allow compliance with Building Regulations ADL2.

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