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The Shake Shack in New York City's Madison Square Park features modern architecture incorporating VMZINC® QUARTZ-ZINC Metafor panels and a shade trellis covered in English ivy.

Originating as a hot dog cart in 2001, the Shake Shack's growing popularity led its founders to build a permanent installment that would lessen its environmental footprint. During the past decade, the Shake Shack has grown to 56 locations worldwide, and more than 10 locations have incorporated VMZINC products.

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