Architectural Metalformers

Timeline

1996 - The Copper Roofing Company is established - The first roofing company in Auckland that specialised in running Copper Roofing on site. Acquired Snaplock profile machine. A unique profile particularly suited to curved roof designs.

1997 - First large Copper roofing job - 700m2 plus of Standing Seam copper in Cambridge

1998 - Management team established - Management team established as Mike Burgess, Greg Hurt and Tony Gilich, all of which still work with us today.

2002 - New products launched - Launched a sheet metal workshop to produce a full range of flashings and rainwater goods. Launched the Standing Seam profile -an adjustable tray width profile with a 38mm or 25mm upstand.

2003 - Expand the range of the products - Expanded product range to include Cladding and introduced Aluminium and Zinc to the market.

2007 - Completed the Auckland War Memorial Museum dome roof - Completed the Auckland War Memorial Museum wave dome project. A 980m2 custom-made copper dome. Relocated to Takanini. A larger factory and office space.

2009 - Accredited as VM Zinc Pro Zinc Installers

2011 - Vodafone Head Office Project Completed - Completed the Vodafone Head Office project. A 1030m2 custom-made splayed roof in Copper.

2012 - Completed the ASB Head Office Project - Completed the ASB Head Office roof project. A 1600m2 Smart Tray Double Locked Tapered roof.

2013 - Architectural Metalformers - Rebranded as Architectural Metalformers to reflect the wide range of cladding, roofing, and custom-made products and materials on offer. Launched the ‘Smart’ range of products

2015 - Addition of bronze - Addition of bronze to our material and product range.

2016 - Celebrating 20 years - We are proud to be a 100% Kiwi-owned company employing over 25 staff with hundreds of years of collective experience and knowledge.

2019 - Expansion of team - We have expanded our team to over 38 staff to meet the growing needs of the industry. 

Value

• A metal roof is an investment that pays off over its lifetime.
• Can last 30-50+ years with little maintenance.

Design and Install

• We take care of you through the whole process from our design experts to our in-house installers. 
• Metal roofs are available in a wide variety of colours, types, and profiles.
• Include feature areas, cappings, roofing & cladding in your design to create a bold architectural statement.

Durability

• Designed to endure extreme weather.
• Will maintain its great look year after year.

Eco-friendly

• Metal is an environmentally friendly and sustainable roofing material.
• Metal roofs often contain a large percentage of recycled material and are 100% recyclable at the end of their life.

What materials do we install?

We install roofing, cladding and cappings/flashings, soffits, louvre chimneys, and garage/entrance doors in aluminium, copper, bronze, Colorcote steel, and zinc.

Why choose metal roofing?

Metal serves to seal out water and withstand winds. Metal is also resistant to fire and won’t rot. We use lightweight material that has very minimal maintenance requirements and has a modern but timeless aesthetic with a longer lifespan than other alternative materials. The products we install are capable of handling coastal and harsh environments with appropriate warranties.

Why choose standing seam?

Withstanding seam roof and cladding profiles the side panels are folded together to create a waterproof join. These can be installed to create simple or custom designs. We adopt European tray roofing methods that have been used for centuries and stand the test of time.

Is a ply base necessary?

Many of our profiles are designed to be installed on a plywood base however, Lockseam can be installed on purlins or rails which has a standing seam look and QBT450 can be installed on a roof without ply for a batten cap look.

What are the hidden fixings?

Our installation includes the use of hidden clips that are fixed to the substrate below. These clips allow for the expansion and contraction of the sheets as the temperature changes. As well as this, being hidden gives it increased waterproofing ability.

Can I put solar panels on these roofs?

Yes – a range of solar panels can be attached to our profiles. To prevent voiding warranties it's best to check the panel fixing with us before proceeding.

What is a warm roof?

A warm roof is where the dew point is on the outside of the building. This is achieved through insulating the top of the roof instead of insulation being installed under the roof cavity as is traditionally done. Warm roofs don’t need venting in the ceiling cavity for airflow and prevent dampness inside the roof and are widely used overseas for their insulation efficiency. We have installed several warm roofs and are aware of the requirements for this to be successful.

Can the metal be recycled?

Many of our chosen materials have a portion of recycled metal and all materials are completely recyclable at the end of their life.

Can you supply guttering and downpipes?

Yes - we can install all types from standard through to complex custom-made guttering and downpipes to match the design of the project. 

What do I need to know about dissimilar metals?

During the design phase of any project, it is important to investigate the metal compatibility of the materials you intend to use on your project. For more details speak to our team.

Can you hear rain through a standing seam roof?

Insulation in line with building standards provides adequate sound dampening in most situations and many of our profiles are installed on plywood that provides additional dampening. If this is of concern speak to our team for further solutions.