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In this video, metal roofing expert Thad Barnette introduces a unique transformation at Zesto Ice Cream. This project features a 1″ flush wall panel system in 24-gauge Regal White, formed using a New Tech Machinery SSQ II™ rollformer, and delivered in two days from Sheffield Metals East Chicago branch.
Steve Gansey from Sheffield Metals takes us through the process, interviewing the key people who made the project happen:
- John Diettrich (Owner of Zesto) on why he chose metal over stucco and his concerns about durability.
- BJ Tippmann (Owner of ABC Seamless) on researching the right profile and using the SC2 machine for this specific install.
- Melvin Mitchell (Sheffield Metals Plant Lead) preparing the material.
► The project features a one-inch flush wall panel in 24-gauge Regal White, providing a modern, seamless look that stands up to the elements better than traditional stucco.
Inside this project walkthrough:
- Comparing 24 gauge vs. 26 gauge metal panels for exterior use.
- The decision-making process behind choosing a flush wall panel profile.
- On-site rollforming and addressing jobsite challenges like fastener length and substrate.
- How Sheffield Metals supports contractors like ABC Seamless with fast lead times and technical resources.
- The final reveal and community feedback on the new exterior.
