Roofing

The standing seam metal roof is one of the most exciting breakthroughs in roofing technology. It fulfills the building owner's need for durable, puncture-resistant protection against the weather, while working in concert with the forces of nature.

In new construction, metal roofs are used in approximately 50 percent of all low-rise commercial, industrial and institutional buildings erected during the last several years. They are on virtually every type of building, from shopping centers to schools, churches to libraries, skyscrapers to homes. Metal roofs account for over five billion square feet of roofing, with the potential to capture a much larger share of the commercial and residential building market. In re-roofing applications, standing seam metal roofs are effective replacements for built-up and single ply systems.

Homeowners are increasingly relying on metal roofs for their durability and resistance to fire, wind, fire and insects. Metal roofs last 40 to 60 years and beyond. As a member of the Metal Roofing Alliance, AISI is committed to growing this market for steel.

In The News

Homeowners, Environmentalists, All Hail the Metal Roof
08/19/2008- Belfair, WA – Hailstorms can result in widespread damage to homes. In a major hailstorm, the roof literally takes a beating. Hail can break, split and cause tear-off damage to traditional roofing materials, resulting in big repair or replacement costs. Homeowners looking for eco-friendly solutions have discovered that metal roofs can protect homes from many extreme weather events while reducing their carbon footprint.

AISI Announces Recipients of First Annual Market Development Industry Leadership Award
05/09/2006- Washington, DC – The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) announced today the recipients of its first Market Development Industry Leadership Award.

QUICK LINKS

Steel Framing Alliance

Metal Roofing Alliance

Cool Metal Roofing Coalition

The Metal Initiative

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