{"id":2906,"date":"2022-07-05T09:37:49","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T00:37:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/?p=2906"},"modified":"2022-07-05T09:37:49","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T00:37:49","slug":"what-is-lightweight-and-highly-durable-titanium-roofing-and-titanium-hardware","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/2906","title":{"rendered":"What is lightweight and highly durable titanium roofing and titanium hardware?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Titanium_Roof_Overview\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Titanium Roof Overview<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Features_of_Titanium_Roof\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Features of Titanium Roof<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#1_Beautiful_expression_excellent_design\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.1<\/span> 1: Beautiful expression (excellent design)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2_Easy_to_process\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.2<\/span> 2: Easy to process<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3_Easy_welding\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.3<\/span> 3: Easy welding<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4_Semi-permanently_non-corrosive\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.4<\/span> 4: Semi-permanently non-corrosive<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#5Environmentally_friendly_human_body_friendly\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.5<\/span> 5\uff1aEnvironmentally friendly, human body friendly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Titanium_Roof_Case_Study\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Titanium Roof Case Study<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Summary_of_Titanium_Roof\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> Summary of Titanium Roof<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Titanium_Roof_Overview\">Titanium Roof Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Since ancient times, roofing materials have been used in Japan to suit a wide variety of environments, including tile roofing, cypress bark roofing, and copper shingle roofing.<\/p>\n<p>In recent years, painted steel roofing and stainless steel roofing materials have also become increasingly popular.<\/p>\n<p>However, both ceramic tiles and metal roofing materials are extremely heavy.<\/p>\n<p>Copper, stainless steel, and painted steel sheet have a specific gravity of 8\u33a4 and are therefore very heavy castings.<\/p>\n<p>Although a heavy roof has some advantages in terms of holding the building down from above, it is a disadvantage in terms of earthquake protection.<\/p>\n<p>Copper and painted steel roofs also have the problem of corrosion.<\/p>\n<p>Rust and oxidation can cause holes in the roof, requiring regular maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-3150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/makomtl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/\u30c1\u30bf\u30f3\u5c4b\u6839-300x99.png\" alt=\"\u30c1\u30bf\u30f3\u5c4b\u6839\" width=\"1000\" height=\"331\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Therefore, titanium roofs, which are rust-resistant, lightweight, and have high specific strength, have become popular in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>Titanium roofs are much lighter than coated steel sheets and the same material.<\/p>\n<p>It is also absolutely resistant to seawater, making it suitable for use at the seaside.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, its high specific strength makes it possible to achieve high strength with the same plate thickness.<\/p>\n<p>Titanium roofing is a roofing material that can significantly extend the maintenance period of long-term durability in Japan, where birthrates are declining and the population is aging.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-3157 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/makomtl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/image3.jpg\" alt=\"\u30c1\u30bf\u30f3\u5c4b\u6839\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Features_of_Titanium_Roof\">Features of Titanium Roof<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let us now summarize the characteristics of titanium roofing.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"1_Beautiful_expression_excellent_design\">1: Beautiful expression (excellent design)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Titanium is a metal that rusts and decays extremely little without painting or plating.<\/p>\n<p>This means that a variety of design finishes can be applied to the surface.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if a tile-like appearance is desired, alumina blasting can be used, resulting in a look similar to that of an oxidized tile.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, by using the chanting oxidation method, a rainbow-like interference curtain can be produced by controlling the oxide film, which is a passive film inherent in titanium.<\/p>\n<p>This gives it a texture similar to that of a green rusty copper plate.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, the ion plating process can be used to create a golden color, giving the roof a gold leaf-like appearance.\u3000A durable golden roof gives a majestic impression.<\/p>\n<p>In commercial stores, as with stainless steel, it is possible to create familiar designs such as hairline, vibratory, shot-blasted, and mirrored surfaces.<\/p>\n<p>It is increasingly being considered as a durable option.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"2_Easy_to_process\">2: Easy to process<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Titanium is sometimes said to be hard and unbendable, but this is not true at all.<\/p>\n<p>The 0.3 mm titanium used in roofing sheet metal can be bent by hand or cut with metal shears.<\/p>\n<p>It is also a metal that can be roll-formed and bended in the same way as steel.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"3_Easy_welding\">3: Easy welding<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Titanium is said to be difficult to weld, but this often refers to the technical aspect of controlling oxidation during welding.<\/p>\n<p>Compared to other metals, titanium is difficult to weld due to oxidation at the welding site.<\/p>\n<p>However, if oxidation can be suppressed, welding can be performed easily.<\/p>\n<p>If oxygen is blocked by argon shielding, welding can be performed in the same way as with steel.<\/p>\n<p>We also support the latest welding machines such as Tig welding and YA G laser oil theory, which enable high quality welding.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"4_Semi-permanently_non-corrosive\">4: Semi-permanently non-corrosive<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It has absolute resistance to seawater, and its performance does not corrode in sea breezes or acid rain.<\/p>\n<p>Its ability to withstand harsh environments allows it to perform in any environment in Japan.<\/p>\n<p>This makes it possible to significantly extend maintenance and refurbishment periods.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"5Environmentally_friendly_human_body_friendly\">5\uff1aEnvironmentally friendly, human body friendly<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Titanium is an extremely biocompatible metal.<\/p>\n<p>That is why it is used in artificial joints and implants for use in the human body.<\/p>\n<p>The reason for this is that there is little elution of metal ions.<\/p>\n<p>This is the reason why titanium is said to be a metal that is friendly to both humans and the environment, since no metal ions are eluted and no toxic substances are emitted.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Technical Information on Titanium Processing<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/2782\">\uff11\uff1aFunctional Expressions with Long-Term Durability Using Titanium \u2013 Toward a Sustainable Society<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/1964\">\uff12\uff1aDoes titanium discolor? An in-depth explanation of its principles and countermeasures!<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/2624\">\uff13\uff1aAbout the appearance of thin cut panel butt<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/1078\">\uff14\uff1a[Bonding strength verification] Titanium\/Silica plate composite panel<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/1838\">\uff15\uff1aMechanical Properties of Titanium<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/1804\">\uff16\uff1aTitanium Processing: Its Features and Case Studies!<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/967\">\uff17\uff1a[Easy Panel Installation] Highest Quality Golden Titanium Panel<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/archives\/165\">\uff18\uff1a3D Art Titanium<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Titanium_Roof_Case_Study\">Titanium Roof Case Study<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Titanium roofs have been used in many traditional architectural projects.<\/p>\n<p>Many famous temples and shrines, such as Sensoji and Zojoji, have adopted titanium roofing.<\/p>\n<p>This is because of its excellent properties mentioned above and its contribution to the realization of an earth-friendly and sustainable society.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We would like to introduce some examples of titanium roofing and metal fittings that we have worked on for traditional architecture.<\/p>\n<p>Please see below.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/ryuoushrain\">\uff11\uff1aRyuo Shrine (golden roof), Kumamoto Prefecture<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/kouanji\">\uff12\uff1aZen Temple Interior<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/koyasan\">\uff13\uff1aTitanium treasures, Koyasan<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/sensoji\">\uff14\uff1aHandrail for the main hall of Sensoji Temple, Tokyo<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/titanioum_nemaki\">\uff15\uff1a[Black &amp; Gold] Titanium root bracket<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/chitan_rokuyou_takao\">\uff16\uff1aJapan\u2019s First ALL Titanium Rokuyou: An Example of Adoption<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mako-metal.com\/eng\/case\/titanium-thin-cut-panel%ef%bc%9aapplications\">\uff17\uff1aTitanium thin cut panel\uff1aApplications<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Summary_of_Titanium_Roof\">Summary of Titanium Roof<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Japan is entering an era of low birthrate and aging population.<\/p>\n<p>It is also a country that is very prone to earthquakes.<\/p>\n<p>The important roofs that protect buildings need to be long-term durable, lightweight, strong, and able to protect buildings solidly for generations to come.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, our society needs to make effective use of resources.<\/p>\n<p>Titanium, with its high specific strength, can be made thinner, enabling a reduction in the amount of titanium used.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Titanium roofs will protect the roofs of Japan in the future.<\/p>\n<p>We hope you will look forward to titanium roofs protecting buildings around the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>contents1 Titanium Roof Overview2 Features of Titanium Roof2.1 1: Beautiful expression (excellent design)2.2 2: Easy to process2.3 3: Easy welding2.4 4: Semi-permanently non-corrosive2.5 5\uff1aEnvironmentally friendly, human body friendly3 Titanium Roof Case Study4 Summary of Titanium Roof Titanium Roof Overview Since ancient times, roofing materials have been used in Japan to &#8230; 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