BlueScope Steel has rolled out its new third-generation ZINCALUME steel range, which features patented new coating tha has a small environmental impact and increases the steel’s durability.

 

The new steel will enter production in the second quarter of 2013, brining to fruition almost 20 years of efforts by the company to develop a long0lasting metallic coated building product.

 

BlueScope Steel market manager – commercial and industrial – Manu Siitonen, said BlueScope Steel has invested over $100 million in perfecting a better ZINCLAUME® steel product.

 

He said the breakthrough metal coating formulation of Next Generation ZINCALUME® steel improves the already high corrosion performance of the current product.

 

"ZINCALUME® steel is renowned in Australian building and architectural circles for the galvanic action of the zinc in its coating, which gives it a self-sealing property and increases its lifespan," said Mr Siitonen.

 

"With Next Generation ZINCALUME® steel, we have perfected a new formula that improves the galvanic action of the zinc. With the addition of a new magnesium compound, it activates the aluminium in the coating composition to provide even more effective corrosion resistance.

 

The result is a product that is more resilient when drilled, cut or scratched.

 

"Ultimately, the chemistry of Next Generation ZINCALUME® steel metal coating formulation makes it stronger in harsh construction environments and opens up the possibility of new applications for builders and specifiers."