SIG Roofing provides elephant shelter support

It’s a rare occasion to be approached for roofing materials for an elephant enclosure. So, when Howletts Zoo reached out to the SIG Roofing branch in Folkestone for assistance with their unique project, the team eagerly seized the opportunity to contribute to a remarkable space designed to care for these magnificent creatures!

In August 2024, the SIG Roofing Folkestone branch collaborated with Kevin Rae from the SIG Industrial Roofing Centre (IRC) and Andy, the Maintenance Supervisor at Howlett Zoo, for a site visit. The IRC team developed a customised solution that is structurally sound, secure, and fully compliant with zoo regulations. They used single skin sheets and fabricated purlins that span 10 meters, providing exactly what was needed for the project.

Howletts Zoo, located in Littlebourne near Canterbury, is part of the Aspinall Foundation. The zoo serves as a breeding centre for rare and endangered animals. Over the past 40 years, its animal care methods have established it as a world leader in breeding rare species, including African elephants.

The project demonstrates that SIG Roofing is committed to assisting with any type of industrial roofing project, whether it be an elephant enclosure, a general roof or a large-scale warehouse. They stock industrial roofing products in over 50 locations, and the SIG Industrial Roofing Centre supports each branch by providing specialised advice and support, ranging from technical drawings to site visits.

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