Specifiers Journal 2015-2016

Imerys provide complete peace
of mind for your roof
IMERYS is the world leader in mineral specialities
for industry. Imerys Roof Tiles is the UK division
of Imerys TC, which has over 200 years of
experience in the manufacture of clay roof
tiles. Most recently they have developed an
integrated photovoltaic module which have
been thoughtfully designed to meet the multiple
demands of the housing sector.
Its discreet appearance ensures that kerbside
appeal is not compromised, and its flexible range
of array permutations satisfy the requirements
of the Code for Sustainable Homes. The Imerys
PV module only weighs 7kg, reducing the roof
loading weight by over 30 kg/m 2 . Therefore no
additional live or dead load structural calculations
are required.
Phalempin 17x27 Val de Seine with Imerys
integrated PV
All Imerys PV Modules have a 30 year, 70%
minimum performance warranty with the added
benefit of a 30 year anti-corrosion guarantee
on the aluminium frames, including a 30 year
watertightness guarantee. * This industry leading
triple guarantee provides complete peace of
mind for the whole roof when combining our roof
tiles, which themselves have a comprehensive
30 year durability guarantee.
“We felt it was important to offer our PV Modules
a guarantee that matched the integrity and
durability of our quality range of roof tiles”, said
Rodney Hogg the National Specification Manager
for Imerys Roof Tiles. “When our PV system is
installed with other (non) Imerys products, the
overall guarantee is 15 years, which still betters
the industry standard of just 10 years. The PV
Module performance warranty of 30 years is still
maintained”.
* 30 Year Guarantee applies to Imerys Large
Format clay tiles. All other Imerys clay tile
formats are 20 years.
HBS New Energies part of HBS Group Southern
established in 1950 a family run business
for more than 60 years, chose Imerys as a
supporting partner to help provide a solution
with their Integrated PV system for Kier at
Woking. A designated team was assigned to
work together with the client and design a
fully bespoke tailored packages to meet the
requirements of the project.
HP10 slate with Imerys integrated PV
James Bull, Director for HBS New
Energies said, “We like to plan the
best possible solutions for our clients
by offering an in-depth consultancy
process. This process supports our commitment
to making the best product recommendations
based on our wealth of experience and industry
connections. Working with Imerys Roof Tiles
and their PV system has helped strengthen our
presence in the industry and continue to provide
an added value service to our clients. Each member
of our fully accredited in-house installation team
is experienced and exceptionally passionate about
what they do, and have welcomed this exciting
and versatile product. This has enabled us to gain
both technical and market advantage”.
For further information contact
rodney.hogg@imerys.com
or visit www.imerys-rooftiles.com
For centuries, slate roofing has been desired for its
durability and beauty. British Board of Agrément
(BBA)-certified TapcoSlate combines this with
practicality and enhanced performance for a
beautiful roof that won’t break or delaminate. It is
the ideal product for a conservatories, new build,
self-build and refurbishment, and comes with a
limited lifetime warranty.
TapcoSlate – the next generation
of premium roofing products
no time-consuming sorting, clipping, drilling, and
very little wastage. Total dry-fix roof accessories
include mechanically-fixed ridge caps, the
RidgeMaster roof ventilating system, slate vents,
and dry verge.
Lightweight, TapcoSlate can be used on pitches
upwards of 14 degrees, is easy to install with a
nail gun or hammer, and can be cut with a finetoothed
saw or sharp utility knife. Overall roof
costing is very competitive; experienced roofers
claim at least a 20% time saving on installation.
TapcoSlate has pre-marked nailing areas, pitch
exposure guides, and horizontal spacers to
ensure an accurate, fast and even installation –
• Lightweight – as low as 12kg per sq metre.
• Can be used on roof pitches as low as 14 degrees
(refer to installation guide for details).
• Authentic slate appearance – combines the beauty
of slate with modern technology.
• Easy to install with pre-marked nailing and
TapcoShake is a maintenance-free synthetic
roof shake/shingle, with none of the notorious
rotting that natural cedar often regularly shows.
Instead, the roof is extremely durable and
fire risk is minimised with our top-level Class
A fire resistance, especially noteworthy for
communities prohibiting cedar roofs or requiring
Class A roofing systems.
exposure guides and spacers. Easily cut with a finetoothed
saw or sharp utility blade.
• No breakages – TapcoSlate® will not crack, split or
break when cut, dropped, or walked upon.
• Random edges and patterns with constant colour
throughout.
TapcoShake’s proprietary finishing delivers
delicate shade variations with authenticity that is
harmonious and natural to the eye. Our shakes’
sublime, unified colour is factory-collated along
with the correct proportions of our 10” (254mm),
7.5” (190mm) and 5” (127mm) shake widths to
give you the ideal shake roof.
• Built in camber for tighter fit.
• No sorting, clipping, or drilling prior to roof loading.
• Limited lifetime warranty.
• Fully tested to BBA Standards, including fire rating,
wind, driven snow & rain, and water absorption.
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