AJ Focus Theme: cladding
Language: English Series: Architects` Journal ; Focus July 1988 (Loan)Publication details: 1988Subject(s): Summary: An AJ Focus including a feature on cladding . Describes the use of cladding in two schemes: a shopping centre in Nantes, France and a research building at Stockley Park and explains the approach and philosophy behind one firm of architects` adoption of lightweight cladding. Examines the various cladding components available to architects today; outlines cladding characteristics of lightweight sheet and composite panels, giving drawn details of typical proprietary cladding systems and listing thermal and sound insulation of metal claddings; shows comparative costs for external cladding systems and provides details of relevant publications and trade associations. Concludes with an analysis of manufacturers of flat panel, profiled metal, traditional and rain screen cladding systems.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Book | London Books | ABS39467 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 2 | Available | 30061285 | |
| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS39467 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 16974-1001 |
An AJ Focus including a feature on cladding . Describes the use of cladding in two schemes: a shopping centre in Nantes, France and a research building at Stockley Park and explains the approach and philosophy behind one firm of architects` adoption of lightweight cladding. Examines the various cladding components available to architects today; outlines cladding characteristics of lightweight sheet and composite panels, giving drawn details of typical proprietary cladding systems and listing thermal and sound insulation of metal claddings; shows comparative costs for external cladding systems and provides details of relevant publications and trade associations. Concludes with an analysis of manufacturers of flat panel, profiled metal, traditional and rain screen cladding systems.