Quantal’s Biggest Project Yet - Remarkable 3,347sqm Luminatrium
Quantal has played an integral part in one of the largest ‘Luminatrium’ (large unique glazed building) projects in the world and supplied its distinctive, yet easy to fit roofing system to the development.
With a total glass area of 3,347 square meters (35,500 square feet) the impressive structure is made up of five main elements linked together by glass corridors and is one of the largest roofs of its type anywhere in the world. Components include three octagon designed sections and two expansive square sections.
Quantal was specified for this project through Sash UK and Makinen Venture Corporation (MVC) a leading Italian architectural practise to supply it’s aluminium roofing system. The advanced system will be installed in Equatorial Guinea, Africa.
“The structure spans a huge area and will be remarkable once completed. What was fundamental in our specification was the structural of our aluminium roof system. Also due to the sheer scale of the project, the need for an engineered solution and ease of installation were massive contributing factors,” said Ian Cocken, sales manager, Quantal.
Thanks to the straightforward installation of Quantal roof systems, construction of the structure should be straightforward and free of challenges. Quantal supplied its premium quality product with several bespoke features to allow for the shape and size of the luminatrium.
Given the climate aluminium is the obvious choice, because it will not be affected by the solar heat. The strength, durability and structural integrity of aluminium makes it suitable for more demanding projects.
“We have provided Sash with an engineer for this project, to ensure there is a knowledge expert to hand whenever he may be required. Our product provides a structural engineered solution, is versatile, high quality and perfect for the commercial arena but I believe it’s this sort of added value that makes us the leading supplier,” Cocken added.
The project will provide a substantial extension to the living quarters of the original home providing room for banqueting and socialising. One of the atriums will also be used to house a collection of unusual and exotic flora.
Given the very warm and humid climate of the country the structure will offer protection from the weather conditions, whilst still providing a light, bright space.
Quantal’s straightforward installation, premium quality aluminiumroofing system features six patented innovations designed to cut installation time and allow installers to use standard fitting techniques no matter how complicated the design. Which will be invaluable in a project of this size.
The Quantal aluminium conservatory roof system provides superb aesthetic appeal and offers an engineered solution to complex roof designs for orangeries, atriums, glasshouses and conservatories.
