DREXEL METALS CORPORATION
204 Railroad Drive
Ivyland, PA 18974
Toll Free: 888-321-9630
Local: 215-396-4470
Fax: 877-321-9638
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Metal roofing is everywhere you look today, from colorful canopies
and mansards on hotels and fast food franchises,  to
distinctive panels and architectural fantasies on factories and corporate
headquarters. In fact, over two billion square feet of standing seam
metal roofing is installed annually, and metal industry projections
show that roofing with metal will triple within the next five years.
There are a number of reasons why standing seam metal roofing is
the most popular choice for residential, commercial, and industrial
applications.
 Metal
roofs are durable, corrosion-resistant, fire-retardant, and require
minimal maintenance. They are environmentally beneficial, being composed
of between 60 to 65% recyclable material, and are very energy efficient.
A 1985 study by the Florida Solar Energy Center demonstrated that
roofs made of metal absorbed 34% less heat than those roofed in asphalt
shingles, and owners who switched to metal roofing reported savings
up to 20% on their energy bills. A 2001 study by the Florida Power
& Light Company found that a white painted metal roof provided
dramatic energy savings as a result of its high reflectance and superior
ability to cool at night.
Standing seam metal roofs are designed to perform in extreme
high wind conditions. Metal Roof Systems by Drexel structural
panels carry a UL 580 Class 90 rating.  These
panels are also uniquely designed to handle the potentially
damaging effects of thermal movement, as the concealed anchor
clips used to fasten the panels have a “floating”
feature, allowing the panels to expand and contract in response
to changes in temperature.
Although metal roofs are generally more expensive to install
initially, the life cycle cost of metal roofing compares very
favorably with traditional roofing alternatives. Unlike asphalt
roofs, which require re-roofing approximately every 12- 20 years,
metal roofs maintain their good looks and will not decompose.
Over time, these roofs will save the owner a lot of money because
there is no second investment in roof replacement. In addition
to the energy savings noted above, many insurance companies
offer substantial discounts to owners with metal roofs, due
to the Factory Mutual Class A fire rating.
Whether you are a homeowner, contractor, or architect, Drexel Metals
Corporation is committed to providing you with our quality roofing
products at competitive pricing, with the highest level of service
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