In the case of single storey buildings such as warehouses, industrial premises and retail outlets, pre-finished steel cladding systems provide a cost effective means of refurbishing the building envelope. Thereby improving the energy performance of the building as a whole, enhancing its appearance and extending its life.

Together with the SCI, Tata Steel have evaluatedindividual profiles from four cladding systemsuppliers and their associated componentsfor use within built-up cladding systems toconfirm their strength and stability to meetthe structural requirements of the buildingregulations in the UK.