Lady Bird Johnson Middle School

Irving, Texas

As the largest net zero school in the U.S., Lady Bird Johnson Middle School produces more energy than it consumes over a 12-month period. Fabral products played a key role in the building’s sustainability and function. Corgan Associates applied more than 72,000 square feet of Fabral metal to the roof, walls, and a system of sun shades and light shelves. The school has been LEED Gold certified by the United States Green Building Council. A large canopy wraps around the building to block the hot Texas sun from passing through classroom windows while still allowing natural lighting. On the building itself, high-efficiency glazing and the increased insulation from the Fabral metal envelope helps the building to stay tightly insulated from outside elements.

Project Details

  • Largest Net Zero school in the country
  • First Net Zero middle school
  • First Net Zero public school in Texas
  • 152,000-square-foot facility servicing over 900 students
  • Architect – Corgan Associates
  • Installer – Texas Fifth Wall Roofing Systems, Inc

Color Details

Fabral standard color Bright Silver was strategically chosen for its reflective properties, helping to reduce heat absorption and enhancing energy efficiency.


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Product Details

Thin Seam

A snap-together panel for easy installation with no mechanical seaming tool required. Ideal for installation over solid substrate and open framing.

THIN SEAM PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

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Thin Seam

Substrate Offering:
.032″ Aluminum .040″ Aluminum 22 Gauge Steel 24 Gauge Steel Copper
Panel Features:
Factory Applied Sealant Unlimited Thermal Movement
Customizations Available:
Batten Seam Lines Tapering Options
Maximum Panel Length: 47′
Minimum Panel Length: 6′

Test Data

Wind UpliftUL580Class 90 #303, 359, 359A, 343, 417
ASTM E1592Results Vary Depending on Gauge and Panel Thicknessa
Air infiltrationASTM E283.009 @ 6.24 psf
Water penetrationASTM E331no water @ 15 psf

V-Beam

The strength and spanning capabilities make this panel an excellent choice for dramatic roof and wall applications

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V-Beam

Substrate Offering:
.032″ Aluminum .040″ Aluminum .050″ Aluminum 18 Gauge Steel 20 Gauge Steel 22 Gauge Steel 24 Gauge Steel 26 Gauge Steel
Panel Features:
Vertical & Horizontal Applications
Customizations Available:
Curving Options Mitered Corners Wall & Roof Variations
Maximum Panel Length: 45′
Minimum Panel Length: 6′

Select Series® 12

With a concealed fastener, this plush panel design is suited for long spanning walls, equipment screens, fascia and soffit applications. Panels have also been utilized as a rainscreen system

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Select Series® 12

Panel Options Available: 12-R2 (Recommended), 12-R0, 12-W
Maximum Panel Length: 45′
Minimum Panel Length: 4′