Metl-Span architectural panels have thicker gauge facings that provide a better flat, visual appearance than the thinner gauges used for profiled, commercial/industrial panels, and offer longer spans and more impact resistance. Architectural panels are usually flat, but are also available in some profiles such as striated or light mesa (planked). Quite often, they are used for horizontal applications, where panel lengths can be sized to line up with window mullions. Standard widths provide the most cost economy, but custom widths allow the designer the freedom to line up horizontal reveals with window heads and sills, providing a clean, orderly appearance.
Metl-Span commercial and industrial panels serve as walls, ceilings and roofs for commercial and industrial buildings, in new and retrofit construction. Metl-Span insulated metal panels can be easily adapted to pre-engineered metal building designs for almost any end-use as walls and roofs, saving material and labor costs. Other end applications include schools, manufacturing facilities, distribution warehouses, equipment maintenance buildings, mechanical penthouses, kiosks, equipment screens, aircraft hangars, prison units and office buildings.
Metl-Span cold storage panels function as walls, ceilings and roofs for cooler, freezer and food processing buildings, in new and retrofit construction. In addition, Metl-Span panels are ideal for dry goods warehouses and other controlled environment buildings where temperature control and insulation values are critical.
ThermalSafe® combines advanced panel design with Metl-Span's sophisticated manufacturing expertise to create a composite panel that achieves one, two and three hour fire resistance ratings under the most demanding conditions. In addition to its fire resistant characteristics, the panel provides good thermal performance and protection from the elements. The unique LockGuard® interlocking side joint further enhances the fire resistant performance of the panel with its tongue and groove engagement of the mineral wool core.
Metl-Span CFR Roof panel is an insulated metal standing seam roof panel and is the foremost innovation in all-in-one composite roof panel design, combining durable interior and exterior faces with Metl-Span's unmatched polyurethane core. The CFR insulated metal standing seam roof panel is a truly unique answer to many deficiencies common with more traditional roofing materials of the past.
Metl-Span Backup Wall Systems is the ultimate backup wall system providing superior air, water, thermal and vapor protection in an all-in-one barrier component. It can be vertically and horizontally installed with nearly any type of exterior rainscreen system. This unique insulated metal wall panel system introduces new standards in cost savings, design integrity and sustainability.
Metl-Span’s line of Single-Skin panels includes ten configurations for wall applications and one for soffit application. The line consists of concealed fastener panels with 12” to 16” module widths and exposed fastener panels with module widths of 32” and 36”. The Artisan Soffit panels come in 8”, 10” or 12” widths.
The Metl-Span Resource section contains all standard CAD details, product literature and information regarding FM Global Requirements. Visitors may also view project photos, learn about online continuing education courses and find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
Metl-Span offers one of the most in-depth installer training programs in our industry. This program is dedicated to helping installers understand how the long-term performance of the insulated metal panel system can be affected by the installer’s attention to detail. Metl-Span is committed to educating erectors in the proper use, methods and procedures for insulated metal wall and roof panel installation. This new and innovative method of training will be beneficial to installers interested in quality workmanship and expanding their skill base.
Test/Approval | Test Method | Test Title | Results |
Fire US | ASTM E84 | Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials | Flame spread <25, smoke developed <450 |
ASTM E119 | Fire Tests of Building Construction Materials | One hour non-load bearing rating with two layers of Type X Gypsum
Vertical or horizontal installation |
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FM 4880 | Class 1 Fire Rating of Insulated Wall, Ceiling and Roof Panels | Product approved
Exterior wall requires FM 4881 approval |
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NFPA 259 | Test Method for Potential Heat of Building Materials | Potential heat of foam plastic insulation contained in the assembly tested in accordance with NFPA 285 | |
NFPA 285-19 | Evaluation of Fire Propagation Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load Bearing Wall Assemblies | Panel assembly met the requirements of the standard | |
NFPA 286 | Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Finish to Roof Fire Growth | Test specimen met the criteria of the IBC Section 803.1.2.1 | |
Fire Canada | CAN/ULC S101 | Fire Endurance Tests of Building Construction and Materials | One hour non-load bearing fire rating with two layers of Type X Gypsum |
CAN/ULC S101 | Fire Endurance Tests of Building Construction and Materials | Meets 15 minute stay-in-place requirements | |
CAN/ULC S102 | Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials and Assemblies | Meets the National Building Code of Canada requirements | |
CAN/ULC S134 | Fire Test of Exterior Wall Assemblies | Complies with the fire-spread and heat-flux limitations required by the National Building Code of Canada | |
CAN/ULC S138 | Fire Growth of Insulated Building Panels in a Full-Scale Room Configuration | Met the criteria of the standard | |
Structural | ASTM E72 | Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction | See Load Chart |
ASTM E1592 | Structural Performance of Metal Roof and Siding Systems by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference | See Load Chart | |
FM 4881 | Class 1 Exterior Wall Structural Performance | See FM Wall Load Chart | |
Thermal Performance | ASTM C518 | Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat-Flow Meter Apparatus | K-Factor of 0.14 BTU.in/hr.ft2.°F at 35°F mean core |
ASTM C1363 | Thermal Performance of Building Materials and Envelope Assemblies | See Thermal Performance Guide | |
Air Infiltration | ASTM E283 | Rate of Air Leakage Through Curtain Walls Under Specified Pressure Differences | < 0.01cfm/ft2 at 20 psf
Vertical or horizontal installation |
Water Infiltration | ASTM E331 | Water Penetration of Exterior Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Differences | No uncontrolled leakage when tested to a static pressure of 20 psf
Vertical or horizontal installation |
Special Approval | State of Florida | Product Approval for the State of Florida | Product has State of Florida approval |