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G550 & AZ150 Lightweight Trusses — Strength, Precision & Modern Roofing Engineering

Engineered and Installed by Westcoast Roofing Systems Ghana

The future of roofing is not just about what covers the top of a building — it is also about the structure beneath. At Westcoast Roofing Systems Ghana, our G550 and AZ150 lightweight steel trusses deliver a new standard of strength, safety, and long-term value for residential, commercial, industrial, and estate projects.

Lightweight truss technology replaces the heavy, termite-prone, warp-susceptible timber systems of the past with engineered steel members designed for precision, durability, and faster installation.

What is G550 Steel?

G550 is high-tensile structural steel with a minimum yield strength of 550 MPa, meaning it can withstand high loading conditions without bending, sagging, or collapsing.

Key Properties of G550 Steel:

  • Ultra-high strength (550 MPa grade)
  • Lightweight but stronger than timber
  • Uniform manufactured dimensions — no warping, twisting, or shrinking
  • 100% termite, borer, and fungus proof
  • Non-combustible — will not fuel fire
  • 100% recyclable and environmentally responsible

What is AZ150 Coating?

AZ150 refers to a 150 g/m² aluminium-zinc alloy coating applied to the steel to provide superior corrosion resistance, especially important for Ghana’s coastal and humid environments.

Why AZ150 Matters:

  • 3x better corrosion resistance than galvanised steel
  • Ideal for beachfront, lagoon, and marine-exposed projects
  • Protects against rust, salt air, and acidic rain
  • Extends structural life cycle beyond 40+ years
  • Lower maintenance = reduced lifetime cost

Why Lightweight Trusses Outperform Timber

Feature Timber G550 / AZ150 Steel Trusses
Weight Heavy Lightweight, easier to handle
Durability Rot, termites, burning Fire-safe, pest-proof, rust-protected
Accuracy Warps and cracks 100% dimensionally stable
Installation Slow and labour-intensive Faster, prefabricated, engineered
Maintenance Requires treatment Almost maintenance-free
Lifespan 8–15 years average 40+ years with correct installation

Westcoast Manufacturing & Installation Advantage

At Westcoast Roofing Systems Ghana:

  • We design and fabricate trusses using certified structural software
  • Every truss is pre-engineered and assembled with precision fasteners
  • On-site errors are eliminated — components arrive ready to install
  • Our installers are factory-trained and certified
  • We issue structural compliance and warranty documents

Where Are G550 & AZ150 Trusses Used?

  • Residential homes and luxury villas
  • Real estate developments and gated communities
  • Warehouses, factories, and industrial sheds
  • Churches, schools, and dormitories
  • Shopping centres, fuel stations, and office complexes
  • Hotels, resorts, coastal properties, and beachfront estates
  • Roof upgrades and timber replacement projects

Key Benefits of Westcoast Lightweight Trusses

  • Stronger than timber at lower weight
  • Fast installation = reduced project timelines
  • Perfect for long-span roofs with minimal support
  • No chemical treatment, no rot, no insects
  • Precision engineered — zero on-site guesswork
  • Compatible with any roofing finish (tiles, shingles, aluzinc, stone-coated, etc.)
  • Lower lifetime cost than timber roofing systems

Built for Ghana. Trusted Worldwide.

Our G550 + AZ150 truss systems are manufactured according to international roofing standards, tested in harsh climate conditions, and proven across Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East.

Westcoast Roofing Systems Ghana is among the few roofing companies in the region offering full roofing system integration:

  • Lightweight steel trusses
  • Roof sheets and tiles (stone-coated, self-lock, aluminium, etc.)
  • Fascia, purlins, guttering, and roof accessories
  • Installation, inspection, and warranty

One supplier. One system. Total roofing assurance.

 

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