For tiny scraps of metal, swarf can be a big headache If you work with metal, then you work with swarf - metal debris produced by cutting and installing sheetmetal products. These little scraps of metal can cause you problems if the particles damage your Colorbond® coating. This can be anywhere on the scale ranging from [...]
Sometimes we get asked about corrosion and how to avoid it. When planning a roof installation, a key thing to consider is whether your metals are compatible. Reducing the conditions that can cause corrosion will give your finished job a longer lifespan and save you headaches in the long run. In this technical bulletin, we've [...]
The Victorian Building Authority regularly conducts compliance checks on roof drainage systems, and during these inspections have reported that - in some instances - the work they check is not compliant with Australian Standards. We've had a few questions from customers recently about current regulations so we have prepared a list of requirements for you [...]
To help you with your planning and ensure that you can get everything you need before the break please note the following key dates: 15th Dec (Tuesday) - orders placed by close of business for spouting, roof sheets and downpipes. 17th Dec (Thursday) - orders placed by 10am for custom items 21st Dec (Monday) - last day for [...]
Following on from the Stage 4 announcement by the Victorian Government on 3 August, our understanding is (unless clarified otherwise) Roofing & Sheetmetal Centre qualifies as OPEN (FOR ON-SITE WORK) in line with conditions published by the Victorian Government. While we remain committed to our customers, we are uncertain of the impact Stage 4 restrictions [...]
Recently we told you about what it means to us to give great service (if you missed this you can read our service proposition here) and how important we regard it. Part of giving good service is understanding your needs, so we've got a few questions for you. It'll help us [...]