Substrates

Aluminum

Aluminum, around one-third the weight of steel, carries the advantages of lightweight material. It is a soft metal, and as such can be prone to surface blemishes during manufacturing processes. Valmont structures may recommend that material be coated prior to installation, if necessary. 

Aluminum naturally generates a protective oxide coating and is highly corrosion resistant. Different types of surface treatment such as anodizing, painting, or lacquering can further improve this property. Surface Treatment is beneficial for applications where protection and conservation are required, such as external applications.

Zinc

Architectural zinc cladding has been used for many years, commonly known as galvanized steel. Zinc sheets are incredibly robust.

As a result of the carbon dioxide and oxygen in the atmosphere, a patina develops on the zinc sheet. This firmly adhering oxide layer completely shields the zinc beneath from corrosion.

Stainless Steel

Few metals can match stainless steel’s flexibility; corrosion resistance, attractive appeal, long term viability.

One of the primary reasons stainless steel is so popular is its strength, which it maintains at both extremely high and low temperatures. When stainless steel has served it usefulness, it can be recycled. Actually, the majority of stainless steel is already created from recycled resources.

Brass

Brass refers to copper alloys containing zinc. Used mostly for its hues and tones to give structures a magnificent gold-like ornamental aspect.