Standing seam
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-005615
A type of metal roofing system characterized by raised interlocking seams that run vertically up the roof panel, concealing the fasteners. This design creates a distinctive aesthetic and provides excellent weather resistance by preventing water penetration at the seams. Standing seam roofs are durable and commonly used on commercial and residential buildings.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-005615 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Construction |
| Translations | German: Stehfalz; Spanish: junta alzada; French: joint debout |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-005615",
"term": "Standing seam",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A type of metal roofing system characterized by raised interlocking seams that run vertically up the roof panel, concealing the fasteners. This design creates a distinctive aesthetic and provides excellent weather resistance by preventing water penetration at the seams. Standing seam roofs are durable and commonly used on commercial and residential buildings.",
"subject": "Construction",
"translations": {
"de": "Stehfalz",
"es": "junta alzada",
"fr": "joint debout"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/standing-seam/"
}
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