GreenCoat PLX products from SSAB were developed together with tinsmiths and have become “The Roofer’s Choice”. They are highly formable, can be installed year-round, and offer a 50-year technical guarantee. Carl Cross, from Zinc and Copper Roofing Ltd (UK), has installed GreenCoat PLX on a roof and shares his thoughts with us. Take a look at the film."
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Sandellsandberg arkitekter chose GreenCoat® specifically for its color consistency as well as strong resistance to corrosion, UV radiation and scratches, which will help ensure a building that lasts for many generations. Their decision also came down to sustainability.
The highly recognized World Architecture Festival (WAF) took notice and shortlisted Lilla Integralen for its WAF Award 2019 in the category “Completed Buildings: Housing”. Lilla Integralen was also one of five buildings nominated for the Plåtpriset 2019.
Today, the lifecycle perspective of products has become more and more important. As a result, documents need to give information addressing the lifecycle phases, product contents as well as the production and how to best recycle or re-use materials.
The GreenCoat® EPD is available to give you details about how we produce GreenCoat® color coated steel and care for the product lifecycle.
As opposed to conventional coating formulas, the bio-based solvent becomes a permanent part of the final coating, making for a healthier environment and reducing the release of harmful substances into the air.
The unique BT coating holds a worldwide patent and offers not only environmental advantages, but also increased performance. The GreenCoat® color coated product portfolio is currently the market’s greenest offering for roofs, façades and rainwater systems.
SSAB is the pioneer and innovator in creating a color coated product offer for roofing, façades and rainwater systems having a bio-based content in the coating. Within the new product portfolio, most GreenCoat® products feature a Bio-based Technology (BT) coating where a substantial portion of the traditional fossil oil is replaced by Swedish rapeseed oil. This unique, patented solution by SSAB reduces the environmental footprint significantly.
On our website, you will learn more about the benefits of GreenCoat® products, the patented Bio-based Technology (BT) and see common uses in roofing, façades, rainwater systems and indoor applications. You will also learn how SSAB can support you in everything from technical advice to joint development projects.
GreenCoat® guarantees are based on over 40 years of experience at SSAB’s accredited outdoor testing sites. Located on the west coast of Sweden and in Florida, over 10,000 panels of GreenCoat® colorcoated steel have been exposed year-round to harsh climates and conditions including saltwater, snow, ice, rain, UV radiation, high humidity, wind and storms.
In addition, GreenCoat® is also undergoing testing in places like Arizona, the West Indies, China, Australia as well as on the coast of France.
GreenCoat® products are developed with quality and environmental consideration as constant driving forces. With our well-equipped laboratories, we ensure our leading position as a quality producer of color coated steel. We are also closely cooperating with leading universities and institutes to further strengthen our front line position of quality products and sustainable coating systems.
Demands and testing methods are in accordance with European standard EN 10 169 + A1. Tests of the steel material is carried out in order to document its mechanical properties. In our quality controls,we follow national and international standards and approvals.
SSAB has been certified as evidence that the company works with a quality system that is in line with standard ISO 9001.
From common trends to vibrant tones and exclusive finishes, GreenCoat® products are available in a wide range of colors. Each has been carefully selected based on modern building and design trends. Most of our GreenCoat® products feature a Bio-based Technology (BT) coating where a substantial portion of the traditional fossil oil is replaced by Swedish rapeseed oil – for greener living and increased performance.
If you do not find the color you are looking for, customized GreenCoat® colors and finishes are available.
The focus at SSAB is on our customers and supporting them to develop the most innovative products on the market, right from the start of an application’s development. To accomplish this, we offer comprehensive technical support in the areas of design, forming, joining and production efficiency. Opportunities for joint development projects also exist and SSAB manufacturing sites and our global network of stocks ensure fast, on time deliveries of our entire product range.
