ZinCo Biodiverse

ZinCo Biodiverse Green Roofs are a form of Extensive Green Roof where the substrate is laid down and then planted with vegetation that is suitable for the local environment. They are lightweight with a relatively shallow substrate.

An Alumasc ZinCo Biodiverse roof was created to complete the construction of the Raddison Hotel at New Providence Wharf, London.

Applications Encourages biodiversity and attracts aphids and other invertebrates via the low-nutrition substrate and vegetation mix selected that is suited to the area Suitable for lightweight roof decks, inaccessible roofs, flat or sloping roofs Not normally designed to provide access for leisure use Equally suited to reroofing or new build projects Do not require irrigation and are zero/low maintenance Specifications for a wide range of project types are available

Performance Biodiverse green roofs are versatile, lightweight and economic Produced, specified and installed in accordance with standards for green roof design from the German Landscape Development and Landscape Construction Research Facility’s (FLL). Easy to install Reduces water run-off The natural evaporation from the substrate cools the air and reduces dirt and smog levels

Design No irrigation requirement Extensive substrate required as growing medium Build-up height 50–150mm

Planting options Designed to support naturally occurring indigenous plant species and perpetuate the existence of the invertebrates that co exist with them Brown roofs are the extension of this type, utilising or recreating the substrate and plant species that occur on brown field sites when they have been reclaimed for new construction Planting can include mosses, grasses self sown seeds and wildlife cultivating plant matter such as dead trees

Waterproofing Options Derbigum Membranes Hydrotech Structural Waterproofing Armaseam Standing Seam Roofing

Installation & Maintenance Can be installed as part of a new build construction or refurbishment project Do not require irrigation or personnel access Requires zero/minimal routine maintenance Installed by a network of Approved Contractors Full warranties available for Alumasc waterproofing systems used in green roof system