Stainless Steel
Types and Durability
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Description Stainless Steel (Infill Panels) |
Expected Lifespan (Years ) |
Adjustment Factors
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General
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| Austenitic stainless steel to BS 1449: Part 2 and BS EN 10088-2, grade 316 (BS EN grade 1.4401). |
35+
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1st stage adjustment factor:
In industrial areas (heavy polluted), (except 316 grade austenitic steel): -15% years In urban areas: -10% years In suburban areas: -0% years 2nd stage adjustment factor: Within 20m from express way: -20% years Within 20m from major arterial road: -10% years Within 20m from light traffic road: – 5% years Test certificate from approved local testing authority : +15% years |
| Austenitic stainless steel to BS 1449: Part 2 and BS EN 10088-2, grade 304 (BS EN grade 1.4301). Not suitable for use in exposed marine or aggressive environment. |
30
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| Unclassified, ie stainless steel, not to BS 1449: Part 2/ BS EN 10088-2, or less than above specifications. |
< 30
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None |
Combination of adjustment factors (1st stage and 2nd stage) should be added to obtain the durability values. Refer to durability calculator.
Notes: The life of metal coatings is influenced by the colour of the coating, the orientation of the building, and by the environmental conditions. Detailed guidance on lives and on any guarantee or warranty schemes is available from manufacturers. Proprietary products are available for the re-coating of factory applied coatings.