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Why Choose CENTRIA
Design Innovation
Why Choose CENTRIA
September 7, 2021 at 3:31 pm 0

While there is a plethora of metal panel systems in the market, very few, if any, offer a high level of expertise and support throughout all stages of a building project.

With its dedicated stable of designers and engineers waiting in the wings, CENTRIA is the exception.

Even before a project goes to bid, CENTRIA’s experts can address product applications, metal panel options, custom details and ensuring the desired design is installable. The team is on hand in a design-assist capacity through final installation and even afterwards, providing engineering design support to improve an as-built condition.

Whereas many companies will present a metal panel option, explain in general terms where it can be applied and then disappear, CENTRIA sees its project through, giving a level of support that is unique to the industry.

Another differentiator is the company’s diverse product line and ability and willingness to highly customize systems to meet an architect’s unique design needs.

For example, the selected insulated metal panel system might butt up against a rainscreen, which would require some custom trims and extrusions to make it work. Many manufacturers would not invest in such a project, or might not have the expertise to execute such a design. On the contrary, CENTRIA embraces these challenges, rolls up its sleeves and comes up with a solution.

“We like to push the ‘never say never’ attitude and don’t get stuck only coloring in between the lines,” relates Ralph Bertram, product applications manager, CENTRIA. “We really push our designs further with additional customization. Designed to last the life-time of a structure, we hang our hat on that and take a lot of pride.”

For example, the architect might want to specify a particular panel, but it may not be the best choice for the application or budget. Rather than turning down the project, CENTRIA’s team of internal detailers and structural engineers will put their heads together to come up with alternatives to meet the project’s performance and aesthetic needs.

The solution might be as simple as suggesting that the metal panel be attached with a metal stud as opposed to a wood frame, but whatever the case may be, CENTRIA’S experts are on hand to make the project work.

Repeat Customers

The long-term result of this level of customer service is a stable of architecture firms turning to CENTRIA for its metal paneling needs. Take Ewing Cole, for example. Ranked #18 on Building Design+Construction’s top architecture/engineering firms list, Ewing Cole recently collaborated with CENTRIA to upgrade Clover Park, the New York Mets Port St. Lucie, Fla. training facility and minor league ballpark.

Working hand-in-hand with the architect, CENTRIA customized 17,000 square feet of Intercept Entyre modular metal panels, 8,000 square feet of CS- 200 concealed fastener panels and 1,000 square feet of perforated EcoScreen BR5-36 screenwalls.

Meeting hurricane zone requirements and providing a high level of UV ray resistance, the Intercept Entyre system was ideal for this Sunshine State project. CENTRIA’S engineers worked closely with Ewing Cole to develop customized Intercept Entyre ¾” and CS-200 concealed fastener panels in a custom Mets blue, Gentian Blue, yellow and orange colors. The interactive fins line the ballpark’s exterior, showcasing famous Mets players.

Another Ewing Cole project called for CENTRIA’s Concept Series CS-660 panels with MicroSeam Corners and Ecoscreen Perforated Screenwall for the WakeMed Central Energy Plant supporting WakeMed North Hospital in Raleigh, N.C. The system’s concealed fastener panels and common-lock joinery supports Ewing Code’s custom ventilated metal design. Stand-off clips ensure proper ventilation and a drainage plane, and allows for thermal and seismic movements.

The perforated screenwall supports airflow and close-in panel placement and the corrugated style matches the panels on the main hospital.

Standing Out in the Crowd

From sports arenas to hospitals to museums to bio-tech companies to schools, CENTRIA offers industry-leading metal panels for aesthetics, sustainability and design flexibility.

In applying a big spool of steel coil, CENTRIA’s unique manufacturing process involves leveling the steel to make it extremely flat and smooth, which is a very sought after industry feature. Together with an embossed finish, this covers up any imperfections and delivers a very high-end architectural panel. In addition, the insulating foam bakes into the metal panel, as opposed to lamination, thereby eliminating air pockets.

The foam is made from halogen free, environmentally friendly polyisocyanurate and the panels are treated with coatings containing PVDF resin for a more durable finish.

The panels come in an extensive palette of sizes, profiles, textures and colors, and as noted, can be highly customized to meet every project’s unique needs.

 

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CENTRIA® Introduces Intercept Copper
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CENTRIA® Introduces Intercept Copper
July 31, 2019 at 8:00 am 0

CENTRIA®, the world’s leading provider of high-performance building envelopes, is proud to introduce a copper substrate offering to the Intercept™ modular metal panel system. The new copper substrate is available in CENTRIA’s Intercept Entyre line of modular metal panels and integrates seamlessly with all other Intercept product offerings, including the Intercept LVLZ, RZR, and HLZ profiles and additional metal substrates.  

“CENTRIA continues to help the architectural community change the face of its buildings with the latest addition to the innovative Intercept modular metal panel system,” says Julie Schessler, Product Manager – Rainscreen Systems, CENTRIA. “The addition of Intercept Copper meets the industry’s growing design trend toward natural metals, which provide not only dynamic aesthetics, durability, and performance, but also enhanced sustainability with minimal maintenance requirements and enhanced recyclability.”

Intercept Copper combines dynamic durability and performance with a brilliant copper aesthetic that evolves over time. Copper’s natural patina displays a stunning visual transformation while providing inherent corrosion resistance. Intercept Copper is available in CENTRIA’s standard Entyre depth of 1-3/8 inches and modules of up to 20 inches for both vertical and horizontal applications. Intercept Entyre panels are also available in standard aluminum, zinc, or stainless-steel substrates. 

Launched in 2014, the Intercept modular metal panel system introduced a new level of dynamic aesthetics and versatility to the single-skin metal panel market. The light-gauge, monolithic panels offer an economical solution for complex building envelope applications. Intercept modular metal panels form a complete rainscreen system when installed over CENTRIA’s MetalWrap™ insulated composite backup panels.

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CENTRIA to Feature a Variety of Products at AIA 2019
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CENTRIA to Feature a Variety of Products at AIA 2019
May 16, 2019 at 8:00 am 0

CENTRIA will be showcasing its advanced Formawall® insulated metal panels system and integrated Formavue® windows, in addition to introducing Intercept™ Entyre Copper at AIA 2019 from June 6-8 in Las Vegas at Booth #6325.

CENTRIA will also offer a series of three innovative presentations reviewing the Red List-free Formawall system, Intercept rainscreen integration with insulated composite backup panels, and CENTRIA’s full-breadth of engineering and design capabilities. Architects and other industry professionals can register at CENTRIA Booth #6325 to attend the course of their choice and learn more about CENTRIA high-performance metal wall and roof systems.

NEW:

  • Intercept Entyre Copper modular metal panels offer smooth planes and clean sight lines in an extensive palette of colors and finishes. The system offers integration excellence with a continuous engagement extrusion and concealed fasteners that work in conjunction with sequentially installed modular panel units. Copper Entyre panels can be integrated with any other Intercept panel or substrate. Maximum panel module size is 26” and maximum panel length is 79”.

FEATURED

  • Formawall has dual metal skins, advanced integral joinery, and a robust core of high R-value rigid foam insulation. It installs as a single component. Formavue windows feature aluminum framing that incorporates a complete thermal break and integral head and sill joinery that marries seamlessly with Formawall panels. This integrated design eliminates the need for time-consuming window/wall interface detailing and ensures ultimate weathertightness, maximum thermal performance, and reduced opportunity for window condensation.

For more information about CENTRIA products featured at AIA 2019 and across its extensive catalogue, visit www.centria.com.

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