[vc_row full_width="stretch_row_content"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="12"][rev_slider slidertitle="zinc_climas_frios" alias="zinc_climas_calidos-11"][vc_empty_space height="25"][vc_custom_heading text="Zinc, a resistant material quite at home in cold weather" font_container="tag:h1|text_align:center|color:%230078aa" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_column_text] In mountainous regions, the higher you climb the more common zinc roofs become.  It is often chosen as the roofing material for ski resort hotels, mountain top restaurants, cable car stations etc.  The zinc clad Helbronner cable car station, at 3500mts above sea level in the Alps, is a good example.  In other regions of world where very cold winters are the norm, zinc on the whole is much more commonly used than in most countries with a temperate climate, The Nordic countries are a very good example.    [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=".vc_custom_1700215737030{background-color: #f7f8fa !important;}"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Index 1. Behaviour of zinc in cold climates 2.…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="12"][rev_slider slidertitle="zinc_advance_and_rainow" alias="zinc_climas_calidos-1"][vc_custom_heading text="elZinc Advance® and elZinc Rainbow® Your zinc roofs and facades against the worst of the elements" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%230078aa" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_separator][vc_column_text] Building on the sea front requires careful selection of the materials to be used. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]elZinc Advance® and elZinc Rainbow® are two zinc ranges that combine pleasing aesthetics with durability, able to meet the climatic and atmospheric challenges of the maritime environment. In order to further protect zinc roofs and facades exposed to corrosive and/or marine environments, elZinc® has developed elZinc Advance® and elZinc Rainbow®.  Classified RC5 according to EN 10169:2010, the elZinc Advance® and elZinc Rainbow® finishes provide a barrier effect thanks to their 35 micron organic coating, giving the material extra protection and improving its…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="648689" img_size="full"][vc_custom_heading text="elZinc, winner of the CEO 2023 Awards" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_separator][vc_column_text] Macario Fernández Fernández has been awarded CEO of the year in the zinc and green aluminium sector for his career at the head of elZinc and LatemAluminium, SA.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]On 14 June, the newspaper La Razón presented the 2nd edition of the CEO of the Year Awards, which recognise the work of 25 businessmen and women from different sectors of leading companies in our country. The event, which was held at the newspaper's headquarters and hosted by Marina Castaño, was attended by the newspaper's director, Francisco Marhuenda. Macario Fernández Fernández received the award as CEO of the year in the zinc and green aluminium sector for his trajectory at…

[vc_row][vc_column][rev_slider slidertitle="zinc_climas_calidos" alias="zinc_climas_calidos"][vc_empty_space height="12px"][vc_custom_heading text="Zinc as a material for facades and roofs in hot climates" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%230078aa" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_separator][vc_column_text] The properties of zinc allow it to be installed in any climate regardless of temperature extremes. Therefore, its durability, corrosion resistance and aesthetic opportunities make zinc a suitable building material for hot climates. [/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text]In southern European and regions with a continental climate, zinc roofs regularly reach 80°C or 90°C during the summer without any detrimental effect for the material. In fact, designers and installers are better advised to consider the performance of other components of the roofing package in high temperatures, so careful selection of the underlay as well as other materials is more important in hot summer climates. Of course,…

[vc_row][vc_column][rev_slider slidertitle="curtin" alias="curtin"][vc_empty_space][vc_custom_heading text="Curtin University: create and innovate in zinc" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%230078aa" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_column_text]Designed by John Wardle Architects, the new headquarters of Curtin's School of Design and the Built Environment (DBE), located in Bentley (Perth/Australia), encourages learning and reflects the University's creative and innovative vision.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image="647234" img_size="full"][vc_column_text]Located in the heart of Curtin University's R&D and Innovation space, the new School of Design and Built Environment (DBE) facility embodies the University's vision to become the benchmark for research and innovation in Western Australia. The 5 floors of its training and research facilities are designed to help students understand how buildings work via mechanical, electrical and hydraulic services, and visible structural elements.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text="Sustainable facilities" font_container="tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%230078aa" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_column_text]Curtin University's new headquarters is a beacon…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="646644" img_size="full"][vc_custom_heading text="elZinc obtains carbon footprint certification for its products" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_column_text]We have been awarded the carbon footprint certification according to the UNE-EN ISO14067:2019 standard, for our rolled products elZinc Alkimi® (natural zinc and the 5 grey pre-patinated products in the range) and elZinc Rainbow®. This certificate is yet another example of the endorsement of elZinc's clear commitment to standards that accredit good practices in areas such as environmental protection and the fight against climate change. The Carbon Footprint calculated is the total amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from "Cradle to Gate", and covers the following production processes: Extraction and production of raw materials Transport of raw materials to the elZinc plant Manufacture of elZinc Natural,…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="646623" img_size="full"][vc_custom_heading text="elZinc hosts the last stage of the Central Mountain Cycle Race" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_column_text]The elZinc plant and HQ, located in Villallana Industrial Estate (Pola de Lena), hosted the last stage of the 21st edition of the Vuelta a la Montaña Central (Tour of the Central Mountains) on 21 May. The field, made up of 140 riders from 20 teams, left the elZinc factory to begin  the last day of a tour that began on 18th May and finished in Pola de Lena, after covering the 88 kilometres of the fourth and final stage. The President of elZinc, Macario Fernández, had the honour of participating in the awards ceremony that saw Luis Alberto Lajarín crowned as the winner…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="645996" img_size="full"][vc_custom_heading text="elZinc and Shieldcraft®Buildex announce a new partnership in India" google_fonts="font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal"][vc_column_text]At elZinc we are pleased to announce that our full range of roofing & cladding zinc products are now available to purchase from Shieldcraft®Buildex (Katariya India group) based in India. Thanks to its extensive distribution network throughout the country, Shieldcraft® Buildex continually promotes zinc in architecture and distributes our wide range of zinc products and solutions used within the roofing and cladding industry to every corner of India. elZinc´s partnership with Shieldcraft®Buildex will strengthen elZinc’s presence in India thanks to the excellent market knowledge that Shieldcraft®Buildex is renowned for. Produced under the brand name elZinc®, our zinc – copper – titanium alloy ensures a long-lasting, high…