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What is a Trapezoidal Rib Roof Profile?

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Apr 29, 2019 12:03:47 PM

A trapezoidal roof profile has a ribbed trapezoidal-shape pattern across the panel. This means, it is a quadrilateral (or a four-sided shape – see Figure 1) that has just a single pair of parallel sides. Sometimes, trapezoidal roofs are mistakenly referred to as corrugated. This is a misnomer as the corrugated profile has a repeating wavy pattern across its surface.Trapezoidal rib roofs are popular with producers because the shape makes them very material-efficient (a high strength-to weight ratio). 

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Tags: metal roof brackets, standing seam metal roof

S-5-Manufacturing: Testing and QC (Quality Control) Protocols (Part 3)

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Apr 17, 2019 9:17:45 AM

This is the conclusion of our three-part series on S-5! Manufacturing. Part One featured the fortuitous meeting of Rob Haddock and Harry Carner, their partnership, and how they built their well-oiled manufacturing machine. Concerned about lack of control and a desire to always improve “the right way” to do things, these two men joined forces.

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Is the S-5-N the Right Clamp for Your Nail Strip Metal Roof?

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Apr 16, 2019 2:20:34 PM

The new and improved S-5-N clamp is an innovative attachment solution that cures your nail strip profile seating issues. The clamp features an insert to facilitate installation and fit. it also fits seam profiles having a base of rib dimension < .82". 

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Tags: solar mounting, PV

What are the Parts of a Metal Roof?

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Apr 4, 2019 11:18:59 AM

What makes makes up a metal roof? There is flashing, ridges, valleys, eaves, and more. Where are all these on a roof and what is their purpose? Read on as we deconstruct the rest of the metal roof.

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Tags: metal roof, metal roof brackets, standing seam metal roof, exposed fastened

Top Takeaways from Nashville IRE 2019 Blog Feature

Top Takeaways from Nashville IRE 2019

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Mar 26, 2019 10:03:08 AM

The International Roofing Expo (IRE) recently concluded in Nashville, TN. Now that the busy din of the show has subsided, it is a perfect chance to reflect on the show’s success. What did those who actually went think of the show? 

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Tags: metal roof brackets

What Is the Difference Between Metal Roofs and Asphalt Shingles? Blog Feature

What Is the Difference Between Metal Roofs and Asphalt Shingles?

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Mar 18, 2019 11:59:16 AM

Pop quiz. Should you install a metal roof or asphalt shingles? Which is a better choice? Asphalt shingle roofs are everywhere. But metal roofs have been in use for almost three thousand years. They have come a long way from the simple, yet functional corrugated or standing seam metal roof design usually associated with barns or sheds. So, which is the best choice for you? To answer this, let’s take a deeper look under the hood, or the roof, as it may be.

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Tags: metal roof, standing seam metal roof, rooftop equipment, cost, installation

S-5! Manufacturing: High Standards, Quality and Production Efficiency Blog Feature

S-5! Manufacturing: High Standards, Quality and Production Efficiency

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Feb 28, 2019 3:59:31 PM

In Part 1 of our three-part series on S-5 Manufacturing, we discussed the history and the relationship between Rob Haddock and Harry Carner. In Part 2, we venture inside the facility to learn more about how those mighty clamps and brackets are actually made. We'll also delve into all of the plant staff - the human kind AND the machine kind. 

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What is a Corrugated Metal Roofing Panel?

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Feb 28, 2019 11:21:47 AM

A corrugated panel has a repeating wavy or rippled pattern across its design. It was the first mass-produced metal panel design in the United States. These panels can be used for roofing, siding, decking, and flooring. Corrugated panels are connected by overlapping the sheets, and then securing them in place with exposed fasteners. Trapezoidal rib panels are often mistakenly referred to as corrugated roofing.

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Tags: metal roof, metal roof clamps, metal roof brackets, rooftop equipment, exposed fastened

Top 5 Reasons for Installing Snow Guards on Your Metal Roof

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Feb 25, 2019 2:17:15 PM

Have you been carefully (or not so carefully) monitoring that gravity-defying overhang of migrating snow that sits atop your roof? Glistening beautifully in the sun, it has stayed up there for days; it will surely stay up a bit longer, right? Sorry, no guarantee. Avalanches are unpredictable and catastrophic events. The snow will fall wherever and whenever it wants to – on you, a loved one, your car or sidewalk.

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Tags: snow guards, metal roof clamps, installation

What is UL Listed?

Posted by Kimberly Reichert on Feb 21, 2019 8:33:31 AM

UL, an abbreviation for Underwriters Laboratories, is a testing and approving organization. Founded in 1894, UL performs safety testing on numerous electrical, mechanical, and chemical consumer and commercial products. Its roots began in electrical and fire safety, but UL now serves other industries and tests hazardous substances, water quality, food safety, and more.

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Tags: metal roof clamps, solar mounting, PV

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