7. Glossary

Accessories

All complementary parts of a steel envelope, including folded elements, fasteners and joints. Folded accessories are made to order.

Self-flattening steel

Low-alloy, copper-containing steel, commonly known as Indaten or Corten, whose oxidation is prevented by the formation of a homogeneous rust layer.

Stainless steel

High-alloy steel containing variable levels of chromium, nickel and other metals, giving it high corrosion resistance.

Pre-painted steel

Galvanized steel protected by an organic coating applied in-line by an industrial process for painting steel coils.

Double-skin cladding

Steel wall composed of two pre-painted skins filled with insulation. The...