Designed to cut installation time and costs, the latest Harmer roof outlet range from Alumasc offers metal and insulated rainwater outlets for all types of flat roof, including low pitch industrial roofing and those carrying vehicular traffic.
Cast in a light-weight aluminium alloy, for optimum ease of movement to and from site, the range will last the lifetime of the building according to the manufacturers.
The alloy is suitable for many types of lightweight roof decks and it is stronger and less brittle than cast iron, and said to be resistant to corrosion
Of particular benefit to listed and heritage buildings, the new Pre-Finished Heritage Cast Iron range of rainwater goods has been launched by Alumasc. The range is specifically aimed at projects where rainwater solutions are crucial.
Aside from being factory applied with a three-coat finish which helps eliminate the need for on-site painting, the range boasts no "awkward wall-hugging bends and backs of downpipes, no multiple coasts, no bad weather hold ups, just a quick and easy installation that will cut the cost of scaffold hire" according to the line's manufacturer.
The range comes in a choice of traditional styles to facilitate easy matching with existing rainwater goods. It includes half round ogee, beaded half-round and moulded gutters, and round, square or rectangular downpipes with original socket joints which should ensure that "every demand for an authentic and attractive system can easil;y be met.
Heritage Cast Aluminium gutters and downpipes from Alumasc, along with the Skyline Fascia Soffit system, have been used on three Victorian buildings in Bristol. The rainwater system was selected to achieve a cast iron texture and appearance with the BBA approved powder coating ensuring low maintenance. A choice of fixing methods was used, including fascia and drive-in brackets.