NEW ROOF INSTALLATION AT THE ERMAN BIOLOGY BUILDING, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO

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The University of Chicago was looking for a new roof on the Erman Biology Center building. They wanted everything new and updated while retaining its historical look. The job called for a classic red interlocking tile with architectural copper metal in various thicknesses. Field fabrication was needed to accommodate the oversized gutter, along with shop fabrication of all the ornamental pieces, i.e. the ridge, cornice, louvers, standing-seam panels, and finials. The job also took careful preparation to assure safety of the pedestrians, students, and property inside and out.  For more information or to request a custom quote, please contact us today.

Product Description

This biology research building was in need of a new roof.

Capabilities Applied/Processes

Primary:
Removal of Existing Roof
Fabrication

  • 10′ Lengths of Gutters, Cornice, etc.

Secondary:
Installation

  • Installed and Soldered together roofing squares to desired lengths
  • Tapered Metal to fit existing Roof
Expertise

Roofing

Material Used

Classic Red Interlocking Ludowici Tile
20/16/24/32 oz. Copper Sheets
1/8″ Copper Bar
Solder

1/4″ Thick Steel
Fasteners
20GA Galvanized Steel

Challenges

Very detailed architectural sheet metal.
Mobility and Scaffolding constraints.

Additional Facts

Built custom specific pieces in-house and assembled on-site.

  • Ridge, Louvers, Standing Seam Roof, and Wall Panels
Industry for Use

Biology Research Industry

Time Frame

Installation Date: October 2011 – April 2012

Standards Met

Customer Specifications

Project Name

Biology Research Building