The project
Fielders was commissioned by EIW Architects and Universal Constructions to provide a roofing solution for the new pavilion’s large canopy to cover 85% of the new seating. As part of the Emmanuel Catholic College expansion, the brief was to construct a new two-story English, Arts and Media block and refurbish the existing arts block.
The state-of-the-art facility opened in early 2018 and was designed by EIW Architects led by Tony D’Andrea and his team to provide a distinctive and purpose-built building for the staff and students of Emmanuel Catholic College.
The process
Fielders Mobile Mill was stationed on-site at Emmanuel Catholic College to roll the FreeForm roofing membranes, which resulted in faster delivery and longer sheet lengths by eliminating the need to transport the profile by road. After being rolled on site, the 15 meter long panels were lifted onto the roof and fitted onto the special clips and seamed to prevent water from entering the roof. The benefit of having FreeForm on site was that Fielders could modify and adjust any sheet metal width and length to match existing site mild steel tolerances. This benefited the project as the tolerances in the steel structure were eliminated as the sheets could vary in shape and shape.
The solution
During the schematic design phase, Fielder’s FreeForm was selected by the architects for its architectural standing seam appearance and its ability to curve and taper to conform to the fan-like shape and form of the proposed structure. FreeForm was the most suitable product on the market, eliminating the need for step joints and additional surrounds and making the structure waterproof with an exclusive Fielders 20-year guarantee. COLORBOND Surfmist Matt was the preferred finish to minimize oil buildup on the roof structure.
project details
Project location: Emmanuel Catholic College, WA
Architect: EIW Architects
Client: Universal Constructions
Roofer: Nationwide roofing work
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