2 ½” SSR Roofing System

Installation Manual

US Patent #4

3449 Hempland Road 308 Alabama Blvd.

Lancaster, PA 17601 Jackson, GA 30233
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Panel Profile and Accessories 3

General Notes and Installation Recommendations 4
Installation Photos 5
Specification 6
Uplift Load Span Table 7
Test Summaries 7
Rain-Carrying Capacity Table 7
Thermal Movement Table 8
Fastener Uses Table 8
Profile Availability Table 8
Details
Attachments 9
Ridge 10
Hip 10
Peak 10
Eave without gutter 11
Eave with gutter 11
Valley 11
Gable 12
Sidewall 12
Expansion Joint 12
Transition 13
Endlap 13
Outside bend at fascia or pitch transition 14
Inside bend at endwall or pitch transition 15
Fascia outside corner 16
Fascia inside corner 16
Base 16
Curb over purlins 17
Curb over deck 18
Pipe penetration 19
 17 15/16" (18" COVERAGE)

2 1/8"
3/4" 2 1/2"

4 15/16" 6" 4 15/16"

1 1/16" 1 1/16"

2 1/2" SSR PANEL 2 1/2" SSR SEAM

ACCESSORIES
CLOSURES CLIPS
5"
18"

1" 1/4"

2 7/8"

CLIP (TYPE A)
POLYETHYLENE CLOSURE

5"
18"

1"

2 5/8"
1 1/4"

METAL CLOSURE
CLIP (TYPE B)

26 1/2"
1"

3 1/8"

POLYETHYLENE CLOSURE (45∞ BEVEL)

1 1/2" 3/8"
8"

15 1/4" 3/4"

18 GA. SUBGIRT
(20' LONG)

BACKUP PLATE END CAP

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 2 ½” SSR SYSTEM
General notes and Installation Recommendations
(Refer to the photographs on the following page and the details.)

A. GENERAL NOTES
1. This booklet has been prepared to assist the designer and material may cause water stains or white rust, which can affect
installer with various recommended details and installation the service life of the material and will detract from its
procedures. Each project usually requires its own specially appearance. To avoid staining or white rust, store the material in
designed details. The details included can be used as a guide a well ventilated, dry area. Break the steel strapping bands used
in designing project details. for shipment and store the material stacks in an inclined position.
2. Fabral’s 2½” SSR system has been designed based on the If outdoor storage cannot be avoided, protect the material with a
use of glass fiber blanket insulation between the panels and canvas or waterproof paper cover. Do not use plastic, which can
the roof structural members. Although elimination of the glass cause condensation. Keep the material off the ground in an
fiber blanket insulation will not affect the installation inclined position with an insulator such as wood. It is the
procedure or the overall suitability of this product, installations responsibility of the contractor to insure that the materials are
without insulation can produce noise caused by wind acting properly stored at the jobsite.
on the roof panels, causing them to have intermittent contact C. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
with the roofing support members. When using Fabral’s 2½” 1. Check the structural support system to be sure it is straight
SSR system without insulation, it is recommended that a and square and that the tops of all members are in the same
damper (such as ¼” thick sealant tape) be applied to each plane. Vertical camber in roof supports can cause water to
purlin member to diminish the noise effects. Fabral pool on low pitched roofs. Misaligned structures c an greatly
recommends the use of glass fiber blanket insulation with its increase the amount and degree of oil canning.
2½” SSR system to eliminate this noise. 2. Install blanket insulation over an area that can be safely
3. The main ribs on Fabral’s 2½” SSR system panels are NOT covered with roof panels before the end of the workday or
IDENTICAL OR SYMMETRICAL. Therefore, it is important time period.
that care be taken to orient all roof panels in the same 3. Starting at the gable end of the roof, lay the first roof panel in
direction during the preparation of field erection drawings and place with ribs running perpendicular to the eave or
during installation. These roof panels cannot be reversed or ridgeline. The panels should be oriented so that the long top
turned end for end once installation has been started on a flange faces away from the panel (see photo 1). If thermal
particular roof. INSTALLATION REQUIRING PANEL blocks will be used, place one over each roof support
ENDLAPS MUST SPECIFY THE DIRECTION OF member between the roof panel and blanket insulation.
INSTALLATION. 4. Install a Type A clip (Type B clip if thermal blocks are used)
4. Fabral’s 2½” SSR system panels are available in lengths up on roof panel rib at each roof support member. Clips are
to 75’. For longer roof slopes, the roof panels can be installed by hooking each one over roof panel rib (see photo
endlapped. The lower panel at each endlap must be shop-or- 1) and then rotating it into place so that its vertical leg is
field-coped, as shown in the endlap detail. Fabral will shop- flush with the vertical leg of the roof panel rib (see photo 2).
cope the panels so they may be installed either left to right or 5. Fasten each clip to the roof support member with the
right to left. IT IS IMPORTANT WHEN ORDERING TO appropriate screw fastener. Clips are furnished pre-drilled to
NOTIFY FABRAL WHICH DIRECTION THE PANELS WILL accept #12 screws (see photo 3).
BE INSTALLED (LEFT TO RIGHT OR RIGHT TO LEFT) SO 6. For applications requiring endlaps, install the first panel
THAT THE APPROPRIATE PANEL END WILL BE COPED. (down-slope panel) like a normal panel. Prior to installing the
The direction of installation is determined on the ground upslope panel, place the back-up plate onto the installed
looking up at the roof. When endlaps are required, Fabral downslope panel. Position the endlap sealant tape and place
recommends that the endlaps be staggered. If endlaps are all the upslope panel into position. Install the upslope panel as
on the same line, panel alignment cannot be maintained. outlined in the endlap details. Secure the endlap with four (4)
5. Each roof panel is manufactured with four (4) minor stiffening self-drilling, self-tapping screws, as shown on the detail.
ribs in the flat area to minimize oil canning. However, due to Connect all beads of sealant prior to placement of the cap-
the limitations of commercially available metals, some oil lock at panel endlaps. For ease of installation, install the clip
canning should be anticipated and is not cause for rejection. at the endlap prior to installing the remaining clips on the
6. To prevent damage from excessive foot traffic, type B clips upslope panel.
should not be used with the 26 ga. panels. 7. For applications not requiring endlaps, install the next
7. Whenever possible, workers should walk on the panel ribs adjacent panel by sliding the panel sideways so that it
rather than the flat of the panel. Boards or plywood should be engages the top and bottom flanges of each previously
placed over the panels in areas, which receive excessive foot installed clip (see photos 4 and 5). Be sure it fits snugly up
traffic (such as top equipment, skylights, etc.). against the clips and adjacent roof panel.
8. Flashings must lap a minimum of 6”. Treat flashing endlaps 8. Repeat steps 4 and 5.
similar to a panel endlap detail using two rows of sealant tape 9. Install the cap-lock by engaging one side of cap-lock on one
with stitch screws 4” o.c. Maximum. side of the standing seam joint and rotate downward until the
9. Sealants: free side of the cap-lock snaps into place over the opposite
a) Quality long-life butyl sealants work best as a gasket side of the standing seam joint (see photos 6, 7, and 8).
sandwiched between two pieces of metal. Sections of cap-lock should be lapped two (2) inches. Seal
b) Non-acetic acid-cured silicone sealants are cap-lock laps with silicone caulk. All panel joints must be
recommended when voids must be filled. capped before the end of each workday to prevent the
10. Jobsite handling: possibility of wind forces disengaging roof panels from clips.
a) Panel crates must be lifted at bundle block locations. Fasten the cap-lock to the panel at the eave using a sheet
b) Do NOT lift material with ropes or wires. metal screw. This will prevent cap-lock movement due to
c) Do NOT lift panels greater than 25’-0” long without a thermal forces.
spreader bar. 10. Repeat steps 6 through 9 as roof panels are installed across
d) Do NOT lift panels from ends while flat. DO lift panels the roof.
on edge. 11. Before the end of each workday, install four (4) fasteners in
B. PROPER STORAGE each roof panel at each eave and endlap to prevent wind
If the material is not to be used immediately, it should be stored in uplift of panels (see eave and endlap details). Connect
a dry place where little moisture can contact it. Moisture (from factory caulk beads with silicone at downslope end of all
rain, snow, condensation, etc.) trapped between pieces of cap-locks to form continuous seal.

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 2 ½” SSR SYSTEM SPECIFICATION
1.01 SUMMARY 3. 0.032, 3004-H36 or equivalent (28 ksi yield strength) aluminum alloy conforming to ASTM B 209 (used
A. Section includes: all material, labor, and equipment to complete installation of 2 ½” SSR roofing as shown on the with panels made of thicker metal).
drawing s and herein specified. Include all copings, gutters, and flashings contiguous with the panels. C. Texture: panels shall be smooth.
B. Related Sections: D. Finish: refer to manufacturer’s standard color card to determine appropriate finish and color. All panels shall
1. Metal decking receive a factory-applied (siliconized polyester) (Kynar® 500/Hylar 5000®) (vinyl plastisol) conforming to the
2. Rough carpentry, plywood, and underlayment following:
3. Insulation 1. Metal preparation: all metal shall have the surfaces carefully prepared for painting on a continuous
4. Membrane roofing process coil coating line by alkali cleaning, hot water rinsing, application of chemical conversion coating,
5. Flashing and sheet metal cold water rinsing, sealing with an acid rinse, and thorough drying.
6. Joint sealers: sealants and caulk 2. Prime coating: a base coat of epoxy paint, specifically formulated to interact with the top-coat, shall be
7. Structural framing. applied to the prepared surfaces by roll coating to a dry film thickness of 0.20 ± 1.05 mils. This prime
1.02 REFERENCES coat shall be oven cured prior to application of finish coat.
A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) 3. Exterior coating: a finish coating (see above) shall be applied over the primer by roll coating to a dry film
1. ASTM A 653: Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated by the Hot Dip Process. thickness of 0.80 ± 0.05 mils (3.80 ± 0.05 mils for vinyl plastisol) for a total dry film thickness of 1.00 ±
2. ASTM A 792: Steel Sheet, Aluminum-Zinc Alloy Coated by the Hot Dip Process. 0.10 mils ( 4.00 ± 0.10 mils for vinyl plastisol). This finish coating shall be oven-cured.
3. ASTM B 209: Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheet and Plate. 4. Interior coating: a washcoat shall be applied on the reverse side over the primer by roll coating to a dry
B. Underwriters Laboratories film thickness of 0.30 ± 0.50 mils for a total dry film thickness of 0.50 ± 0.10 mils. The washcoat shall be
1. UL580 wind uplift test (Class 90). oven-cured.
C. Sheet Metal and Air Condition Contractors National Associates, Inc. (SMACNA) 5. Color: the color of the exterior finish shall be _____ as chosen from the manufacturer’s standard color
1. SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual, 1993 Edition. chart.
D. American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) 6. Physical properties: the coating shall conform to the manufacturer’s standard performance criteria as
1. AISI Cold Formed Steel Design Manual listed by certified test reports for fade, chalk, abrasion, humidity, adhesion, pollution resistance, and
E. Aluminum Association others as required and standard within the industry.
1. Aluminum Design Manual 2.04 ACCESSORIES
F. Metal Construction Association (MCA) A. Screws
1. Preformed Metal Wall Guidelines 1. All exposed fasteners shall have combination metal and neoprene washers. For prepainted roof panels,
G. Code References all exposed fasteners shall be prepainted to match the roof panel.
1. ASCE, Minimum Loads for Buildings and Other Structures 2. All fasteners shall be concealed except as shown on the drawing.
2. BOCA National Building Code 3. Fasteners for the following locations shall be:
3. UBC Uniform Building Code a. Clips to purlins: zinc plated(#12- 14 x 1½” self -drilling, self -tapping screws) (#14 HHB x 1” self -
4. SBC Standard Building Code tapping screws).
1.03 SYSTEM DESCRIPITION b. Roof panels to eave support: (zinc-plated) (305 stainless steel) (#12- 14 x 1½” or 2½” self -
drilling, self -tapping screws) (#14 HHB x 1” or 2” self -tapping screws).
A. Performance Requirements: Provide factory formed, prefinished, snap-together, concealed clip, structural
c. Roof panel endlaps: (zinc-plated) (305 stainless steel) #14 x 1¼” self -drilling, self -tapping
standing seam metal roof system, that has been pretested and certified by manufacturer to comply with specified
screws.
requirements under installed conditions.
d. Subgirts to roof panel ribs and flashings to subgirts: zinc plated (#12-14 x 1” self -drilling, self -
1. The metal roofing system including required trim members shall meet the specified requirements for
snow loads, wind loads, air infiltration, and water penetration. tapping screws) (#14 HHA x ¾” sheet metal screws).
2. The panels shall have a 2 ½” high finished joint, 18” o.c. including a factory-caulked, snap-on cap. e. Flashings to roof panel ribs: (zinc plated) (305 stainless steel) (zinc- aluminum alloy plated)
Mechanical crimpin g or sealing of the standing seam joint or cap is prohibited. (#14 HHA x ¾” sheet metal screws) (#14 millpoint x 1” self -drilling stitch screws).
3. The anchorage system shall be concealed. The panels’ clips shall permit the panel unlimited thermal f. Screws fro flashings and sidelaps shall be #14 HHA x ¾” sheet metal stitch screws. All
movement. accessories, flashings, and sidelaps shall be fastened 12” o.c.
4. Roof panels shall be a maximum possible length to minimize endlaps but shall be limited to 45’. B. Back-up plates shall be die-punched from 18 gauge zinc- aluminum alloy coated steel and used to stiffen the
panels at endlaps. The plates shall have two guide lances to align and hold the panels during installation.
5. Exposed fasteners are not permitted except at eaves, gabbles, valleys, and roof panel endlaps.
6. The 2½”SSR panel system shall carry a UL Wind Uplift Class 90 rating to insure structural integrity and C. Clips shall be die punched and shal l have both a purlin bearing flange and two (2) roof panel support flanges.
possible reduction in insurance rates. The purlin bearing flange shall be prepunched for two (2) #12-14 self -drilling, self -tapping screws. Clips shall
provide (¼”) (1 ¼”) clearance between the purlin bearing flange and the roof panel support flanges. Clip Material
7. The 2½”SSR panels shall have no air infiltration when tested in accordance with ASTM E 1680 with an
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air pressure difference of 6.24 psf and 0.02 cfm/ft. leakage at 6.24 psf, 0.04 cfm/ft. leakage at 12.0 psf, shall be 18 gauge zinc-aluminum alloy coated steel.
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and 0.08 cfm/ft. leakage at 20.0 psf. D. Insulation shall be glass-fiber blanket with a density of (0.6) (0.75) pcf and maximum thickness of 4”. The
8. The 2½”SSR panels shall have no air exfiltration when tested in accordance with ASTM E 1680 with an insulation shall be faced on one side only with an approved vapor barrier hacing sealing tabs. Insulation shall be
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air pressure difference of 4.0 psf and 0.02 cfm/ft. leakage at 6.24 psf, 0.04 cfm/ft. leakage at 12.0 psf, supplied in rolls of sufficient length to permit a taut application from ridge to eave. When installed, the assembled
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and 0.08 cfm/ft. leakage at 20.0 psf. system shall provide a maximum “U” value of 0.09 with 4” of insulation and a “U” value of 0.08 with 4” of
9. The 2½”SSR panels sha ll have no water leakage when tested in accordance with ASTM E 1646 with insulation and 1” thermal blocks.
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20.0 psf pressure differential and 5 gal. /hr. spray. E. Thermal blocks shall be 1” thick by at least 3” wide by 17 / 16” long Styrofoam or approved equal applied over
B. Structural Requirements: Engineer panels for structural properties in accordance with latest edition of American the blanket insulation at each purlin under each roof panel.
Iron and Steel Institute’s Cold Formed Steel Design Manual using “effective width” concept and Aluminum F. Closures
Association’s Aluminum Design Manual. 1. Polyet hylene closures shall be pre-molded to match the assembled panel system and in lengths as
1.04 SUBMITTALS supplied by the panel manufacturer.
A. Product Data: submit manufacturer’s specifications, standard profile sheet, product data brochure and finish 2. Metal closures shall be 26 or 24 gauge (G90 galvanized steel per ASTM A 653) (AZ50 zinc- aluminum
warranty. alloy coated steel per ASTM A 792) or 0.032” (thick aluminum alloy 3004 or equivalent per ASTM B
B. Shop Drawings: shop drawings showing roof plan with layout of panels, screws, underlayment and sections of 209) to match the assembled panel system and in lengths as supplied by the panel manufacturer.
each flashing/trim condition shall be submitted for approval prior to fabrication. Drawings shall contain material G. Flashings shall be shop fabricated by the panel manufacturer from material that is the same thickness and finish
type, metal thickness and finish. Drawings shall distinguish between factory and field fabrication. as the panels to which they are attached. Where practical, flashings shall be furnished in maximum 10’ lengths.
C. Samples: Exposed flashings shall be lapped 6”.
1. Submit sample 12” long x full width panel, showing proposed metal gauge, seam profile and specified H. Subgirts shall be used under all flashings that span from rib to rib of the 2½”SSR panels. Subgirts shall be
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finish. rollformed from 18 ga. G90 galvanized steel and shall be hat -shaped sections / 8” deep x 3” wide with ¾” wide
2. Submit manufacturers standard colors for Architect’s section. flanges. Subgirts shall be furnished in 20’ lengths.
D. Certification: Submit manufacturer’s certification that materials and finishes meet specification requirements.
I. Sealant tape used at roof panel endlaps shall be a butyl type roll as supp lied by the manufacturer.
1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE J. Caulking shall be a polyurethane where it is exposed and there is no thermal movement. All caulking or sealing
shall be done in a neat manner with excess caulking or sealant removed from exposed surfaces.
A. Panel manufacturer shall have a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in manufacturing architectural roofing
in a permanent stationary indoor facility. K. Caulking shall be non-skinnig, non- hardening gun grade butyl sealant or butyl sealant tape with a minimum
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B. Panel installer shall have a minimum of 5 years experience in installation of metal roofing of similar size and thickness of / 8” where it is concealed and where thermal movement must be accommodated. All caulking or
scope. sealing shall be done in a neat manner with excess caulking or sealant removed from exposed surfaces.
1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, and HANDING L. Flashings shall be shop-fabricated from material that is the same thickness and finish as the 2½”SSR panels to
which they are attached. Where practicable, flashings shall be furnished in maximum 10’ lengths. Exposed
A. Panels and flashings shall be protected and property packaged to protect against transportation damage in
flashings shall be lapped 6”
transit to the jobsite.
B. Upon delivery, exercise care in unloading, stacking, moving, storing, and erecting panels and flashings to 2.05 RELATED MATERIALS
prevent twisting, bending, scratching, or denting. A. Refer to other sections listed in Related Sections paragraph for related materials.
C. Store panels and flashings in a safe, dry environment und er a waterproof covering to prevent water damage.
2.06 FABRICATION
Allow for adequate ventilation to prevent condensation. Panels and flashings with strippable film shall not be A. Endlaps will be allowed though swaging is required. Contact factory for details.
stored in direct sunlight. B. Panels shall be roll formed on a station ary industrial type rolling mill to gradually shape the sheet metal. Portable
D. Upon installation immediately remove strippable film from panels and flashings. Protect panels and flashings rollformers, rented or owned by the installer, are not acceptable.
from foot traffic and from all other trades. C. Fabricate flashings from the same material as the roof system.
1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS 2.07 SOURCE QUALITY
A. Field dimensions shall be taken prior to fabrication to verify jobsite conditions. A. Source quality: obtain metal panels and accessories from a single manufacturer.
B. Minimum recommended pitch for this panel is ½:12. B. Fabrication tolerances:
1.08 WARRANTIES
A. Panel manufacturer shall provide a twenty (20) year warranty on the paint finish covering chalking, cracking,
checking, chipping, blistering, peeling, flaking, and fading.
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Rib height: 2 ½” ± / 8” .
B. Applicator shall furnish written warranty for two (2) year period from date of substantial completion of building 2. Panel shearing length: ± ¼” maximum
3. Follow tolerances in MCA’s Preformed Metal Wall Guidelines.
covering repairs required to maintain roof and flashings in watertight conditions.
2.01 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION C. Tests and inspections
A. 2 ½” SSR structural standing seam roof system as manufactured by Fabral, 3449 Hempland Road, Lancaster, D. Verification of performance
PA 17601, ph.: 717- 397- 274 1; fax 717-397-1040. 3.01 MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS
B. The 2½” SSR panel shall have coverage of 18”. Seams shall be 2½” tall. A. Compliance: Comply with manufacturer’s product data, including product technical bulletins, product catalog
installation instructions, and product cartons for installation.
C. Panels shall be attached to the substrate with one- piece concealed clips that permit unlimited thermal
movement. 3.02 EXAMINATION
D. The panels shall use snap-on batten caps that will be manufactured in 16’-0” lengths. Caps shall be roll-formed A. Installer shall:
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to a width of 2¼” and a depth of 1 / 16”. The top surface shall be curved to provide a spring-back action when 1. Inspect purlins or deck to verify that it complies with shop drawing and is smooth, even, sound, and free
installed. Caps shall be furnished with two beads of factory-applied caulk on the interior side. of depressions.
E. There shall be four small stiffening beads in the flat of the panel. 2. Report variations and potential problems in writing to the architect.
F. Inside and outside closures will be supplied and used as recommended in Fabral’s details. 3.03 INSTALLATION
2.02 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION A. Confom, to standard set forth in the SMACNA architectural sheet metal manuals and the appr oved shop
A. Requests to use alternate systems shall be submitted in writing to the project designer at least ten (10) days prior drawings detailed for the project.
to bid date. Requests shall demonstrate proposed substitution meets or exceeds specified performance B. Install panels plumb, level, and straight with the seams parallel, conforming to the design as indicated.
requirements. Certified statements, samples and descriptive data shall be included in this submittal request. C. Install panel system so it is watertight, without waves, warps, buckles or distortions, and allow for thermal
B. Manufactures listed in this section are prequalified manufactures. Substitution if manufacturer’s products for movement considerations.
those specified shall not be allowed at anytime during construction. D. Abrasive devices shall not be used to cut on or near roof panels system.
2.03 MATERIALS AND FINISHES E. Apply sealant tape at necessary at flashing and panel joints to prevent water penetration.
A. Panel material F. Remove any strippable film immediately upon installation.
1. 26, 24, 22, 20, or 18 gauge, Grade 40 (40 ksi yield strength) structural steel with G90 (0.90 oz./ft.2) hot G. Vapor Retarder: The joints, perimeter, and all openings shall be sealed per the manufacturer’s instructions to
dipped galvanized coating, both conforming to ASTM A 653. provide a continuous vapor retarder.
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2. 26, 24, 22, 20, or 18 gauge, Grad e40 (40 ksi yield strength) structural steel with AZ50 (0.50 oz./ft. ) H. Underlayment (solid substrate):
aluminum-zinc alloy coating, both conforming to ASTM A 792. 1. Provide one layer of 30# felt with horizontal overlaps and endlaps staggered bet ween layers.
3. 0.032, 0.040, or 0.050”, 3004- H36 or equivalent (28 ksi yield strength) aluminum alloy conforming to 2. Provide ice and water shield membrane at all valley and eave conditions as well as any area at less
ASTM B 209. than a 3:12 slope.
B. Cap materials 3.04 CLEANING
1. 26 or 24 gauge, Grade 40 (4 ksi yield strength) structural steel with G90 (0.90 oz./ft. 2) hot dipped A. Dispose of excessive materials and debris from jobsite.
galvanized coating, both conforming to ASTM A 653 (used with panels made of thicker metal). B. Remove filings, grease, stains, marks, or excess sealants from roof panel system to prevent staining.
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2. 26 or 24 gauge, Grade 40 (40 ksi yield strength) structural steel with AZ50 (0.50 oz./ft. ) aluminum-zinc C. Protect work from damage from other trades until final acceptance.
alloy coating, both conforming to ASTM A 792 (used with panels of thicker metal).
Kynar® 500 is a registered trademark of Elf Atochem North America, Inc.
Hylar® 5000 is a registered trademark of Ausimont USA, Inc.

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 LOAD SPAN TABLES FOR 2 ½” SSR PANELS OVER VARIOUS SUBSTRATES
All loads below are allowable loads. See the notes below for additional details.

allowable wind uplift loads (psf) for 2 1/2" SSR panels, clips, and screws
substrate
1.00' 1.25' 1.50' 1.75' 2.00' 2.25' 2.50' 2.75' 3.00' 3.25' 3.50' 3.75' 4.00' 4.25' 4.50' 4.75' 5.00'
16 ga. purlins 1 274 219 183 156 137 122 110 100 91 84 78 73 68 64 61 58 55
24 ga. steel

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22 ga. deck 168 134 112 96 84 75 67 61 56 52 48 45 42 39 37 35 34
3 3
/4" plywood 77 62 51 44 39 34 31 28 26 24 22 21 19 NR NR NR NR
1
/2" plywood3 41 33 28 24 21 18 NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR

16 ga. purlins 1 274 219 183 156 137 122 110 100 91 84 78 73 68 64 61 58 55
.032" alum.

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22 ga. deck 168 134 112 96 84 75 67 61 56 52 48 45 42 39 37 35 34
3 3
/4" plywood 77 62 51 44 39 34 31 28 26 24 22 21 19 NR NR NR NR
1
/2" plywood3 41 33 28 24 21 18 NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR NR

Screw and clip ultimate loads were determined. A safety factor of 1.875 was used for the clips. A pry factor of 2 was used for the screws in
addition to a pullout safety factor. See below for additional information for each respective system.
1. Two #12 x 1” self -drilling screws per clip were accounted for above. A safety factor of 1.875 was used for the screws.
2. Two #12-13 Dekfast screws per clip were accounted for above. A safety factor of 1.875 was used for the screws.
3. Two #12 x 1” wood screws per clip were accounted for above. A safety factor of 4.5 was used for the screws.

WIND UPLIFT, AIR INFILTRATION, AIR EXFILTRATION, WATER PENTRATION,

AND THERMAL TRANSMITTANCE TEST SUMMARIES
WIND UPLIFT (UL90 rating): 24 ga. steel or 0.032”
aluminum panels over steel purlins spaced a maximum of WATER PENETRATION: When tested in accordance with
5’-0” o.c. for steel and 4’-0” for aluminum. Clips were ASTM E 331, there was no leakage when tested to 20.0
attached with 2 #12 self-drilling screws. (UL Construction psf pressure differential with a 5 gal./hr. spray.
No. 190)
WATER PENETRATION: When tested in accordance with
WIND UPLIFT (UL90 rating): 24 ga. steel or 0.032” ASTM E 1646, there was no leakage when tested to 20.0
aluminum panels over 22 ga. steel deck with up to 4” of psf pressure differential with a 5 gal./hr. spray.
2.0 pcf rigid insulation with clips spaced 5’-0” o.c. for steel
panels and 4’-0” for aluminum panels. Clips were THERMAL TRANSMITTANCE: When tested in
supported by 24 ga. 6” x 6” bearing plates and fastened to accordance with ASTM C 236 with 4” x0.6 pcf fiberglass
the deck with 2 #12 self-drilling Dekfast screws. (UL insulation and Type A clips, the tested thermal resistance
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Construction No. 190B) (R value) was 11.66 hr. ft. °F/BTU and the corrected
thermal resistance when corrected to ASHRAE winter
AIR INFILTRATION: When tested in accordance with design with 15 mph outside wind and still inside air was
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ASTM E 283, there was no leakage when tested to 20.0 10.78 hr. ft. °F/BTU.
psf pressure differential.
THERMAL TRANSMITTANCE: When tested in
AIR INFILTRATION: When tested in accordance with accordance with ASTM C 236 with 4” x0.6 pcf fiberglass
ASTM E 1680, there was no leakage at 6.24 psf, 0.02 insulation and Type B clips and thermal blocks, the tested
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cfm./ft. of leakage at 12.0 and 20.0 psf. thermal resistance (R value) was 13.51 hr. ft. °F/BTU and
the corrected thermal resistance when corrected to
AIR EXFILTRATION: When tested in accordance with ASHRAE winter design with 15 mph outside wind and still
ASTM E 1680, there was no air leakage at 4.0 psf, 0.02 2
2 2 inside air was 12.08 hr. ft. °F/BTU.
cfm./ft. at 6.24 psf, 0.04 cfm./ft. at 12.0 psf, and 0.08
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cfm./ft. at 20.0 psf.

RAIN-CARRYING CAPACITY (MAXIMUM RUN LENGTH IN FEET)

1 3
roof pitch /2:12 /4:12 1:12 11/2:12 2:12 21/2:12 3:12 4:12 5:12
run length 117 129 139 155 167 178 188 207 225
1. Values indicate point when water will reach top of rib during storm of 4”/hour intensity.
2. Slopes les than ½:12 are recommended.
3. Penetrations can greatly reduce the rain carrying capacity.

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 THERMAL MOVEMENT TABLE
Panel movement with a 100°F temperature change in the panel, and a 50°F temperature change in the substrate.
PANEL LENGTH (FT.)
PANEL AND SUBSTRATE MATERIALS
10' 50' 100'
steel on rigid insulation 3/32" 13/32" 25/32"
steel on wood 1/16" 3/8" 5/8"
steel on steel 1/16" 3/8" 13/32"
steel on concrete 1/16" 3/8" 15/32"
aluminum on rigid insulation 5/32" 25/32" 1 9/16"
aluminum on wood 5/32" 11/16" 1 3/8"
aluminum on steel 1/8" 19/32" 1 5/32"
aluminum on concrete 1/8" 5/8" 1 7/32"

FASTENER USAGE TABLE

substrate clip screw panel material exposed screw
galvanized steel #12-14 zinc -plated SDST
cold-formed steel #12 zinc-plated SDST aluminum #14 stainless steel HHA
zinc-aluminum coated steel #12-14 SDST ZAC-head
galvanized steel #14 zinc-plated HHB
hot-rolled steel #14 zinc-plated HHB aluminum #14 stainless steel HHB
zinc-aluminum coated steel #14 stainless steel HHB
galvanized steel #14 zinc plated mill point
steel deck #12-13 Dekfast aluminum #14 stainless steel HHA
zinc-aluminum coated steel #14 ZAC-head mill point
galvanized steel #14 zinc plated mill point
solid wood #12 zinc-plated A -point aluminum #14 stainless steel HHA
zinc-aluminum coated steel #14 ZAC-head mill point
galvanized steel #14 zinc plated mill point
plywood #12 zinc-plated A -point aluminum #14 stainless steel HHA
zinc-aluminum coated steel #14 ZAC-head mill point

PROFILE AVAILABILITY TABLE

COMPONENT MATERIAL THICKNESS WT./SQ. PLAIN WT./SQ. PAINTED
0.032" 63.6 lb. 65.2 lb.
aluminum 0.040" 79.5 lb. 80.9 lb.
0.050"a 99.3 lb. 100.7 lb.
26 ga. 127.0 lb. 128.6 lb.
24 ga. 162.0 lb. 163.3 lb.
galvanized steel 22 ga. 197.0 lb. 198.6 lb.
panel 20 ga. 232.0 lb. 233.8 lb.
18 ga.a 302.0 lb. 303.9 lb.
26 ga. 122.1 lb. 124.0 lb.
24 ga. 156.7 lb. 158.5 lb.
aluminum-zinc
alloy coated steel 22 ga. 191.8 lb. 193.7 lb.
20 ga. 227.0 lb. 228.8 lb.
18 ga.a 297.2 lb. 299.1 lb.
b
aluminum 0.032" 10.0 lb. 10.4 lb.
cap-lock 26 ga. 20.0 lb. 20.3 lb.
(weights are for galvanized steel
24 ga.c 25.5 lb. 25.8 lb.
four pieces, 16'-
10" long each) d aluminum-zinc 26 ga. 19.2 lb. 19.5 lb.
alloy coated steel
24 ga.c 24.7 lb. 25.0 lb.
a. 18 ga. steel and 0.050” aluminum panels cannot be endlapped. b. Use this cap-lock for all aluminum panels.
c. Cap-lock used for 24 ga. and thicker steel. d. Quantity of cap-lock reqired per square of panel.

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 ATTACHMENT DETAILS
SELF-DRILLING SCREWS
CLIP (TYPE A) 2 1/2" SSR PANEL

FIBERGLASS INSULATION (4"

MAX. THICKNESS FOR ALUM-
INUM PANELS, 6" MAX. THICK-
NESS FOR STEEL PANELS)
PURLIN

INSTALLATION OVER STEEL PURLINS (WITHOUT THERMAL BLOCKS)

SELF-DRILLING SCREWS
THERMAL BLOCK
CLIP (TYPE B) 2 1/2" SSR PANEL

FIBERGLASS INSULATION (4"

MAX. THICKNESS FOR ALUM-
INUM PANELS, 6" MAX. THICK-
NESS FOR STEEL PANELS)

PURLIN

INSTALLATION OVER STEEL PURLINS (WITH THERMAL BLOCKS)

BEARING PLATE (6" x 6" x 24 GA.)

CLIP (TYPE A) 2 1/2" SSR PANEL

RIGID INSULATION (6" MAX.) #12-13 DEKFAST SCREW

STEEL DECK (22 GA. MIN.)

INSTALLATION OVER STEEL DECK

SELF-TAPPING SCREWS
2 1/2" SSR PANEL
CLIP (TYPE A)

30# FELT PLYWOOD DECK

INSTALLATION OVER PLYWOOD DECK

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 SCREW (4/PANEL) RIDGE FLASHING
POLY. CLOSURE (CAULK PERIMETER)
METAL CLOSURE (CAULK PERIMETER)
SILICONE SEALANT TO
SUBGIRT
CONNECT ALL SEALANTS
CAP-LOCK 2"
CLIP MIN.

12" TYPICAL

CLIP SCREW
PURLIN

RIDGE DETAIL

HIP FLASHING
SCREW (4/PANEL)
FIELD-NOTCHED METAL
BEVELED POLY. CLOSURE
Z (CAULK PERIMETER)
(CAULK PERIMETER)
SUBGIRT SILICONE SEALANT
CAP LOCK
2" (CONNECT ALL SEALANTS)
CLIP MIN.

SCREW (4/PANEL; DO NOT

PENETRATE SUBSTATE)
CLIP SCREW

PURLIN

HIP DETAIL
POLY. CLOSURE
(CAULK PERIMETER)
METAL CLOSURE (CAULK PERIMETER)
SCREW (4/PANEL)
SUBGIRT
PEAK FLASHING
SILICONE SEALANT (CONNECT ALL SEALANTS)
CAP-LOCK

CLIP SCREW
CLIP
PURLIN

PEAK DETAIL

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 SCREW (4/PANEL)
2 1/2" SSR PANEL
SILICONE SEALANT BETWEEN WEBS;
CAP-LOCK
CONNECT TO OTHER SEALANTS
SCREW THROUGH END CAP,
CAP-LOCK, AND PANEL

END CAP (SET IN SEALANT)

2"

EAVE FLASHING EAVE STRUT

EAVE WITHOUT GUTTER DETAIL

SCREW (4/PANEL)
2 1/2" SSR PANEL
SILICONE SEALANT BETWEEN WEBS;
CAP-LOCK
CONNECT TO OTHER SEALANTS
SCREW THROUGH END CAP,
CAP-LOCK, AND PANEL

END CAP (SET IN SEALANT)

1"

EAVE STRUT
1"

EAVE WITH GUTTER DETAIL

SILICONE SEALANT BETWEEN

WEBS; CONNECT TO OTHER
SEALANTS
END CAP (SEAL AND FASTEN)

6" MIN.

SCREW (4" O.C.) SEALANT TAPE

VALLEY FLASHING PURLIN

ICE & WATER SHIELD
VALLEY SUPPORT

VALLEY DETAIL

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 CAP-LOCK
2 1/2" SSR PANEL
SCREW (4/PANEL)
SEALANT BETWEEN WEBS
(CONNECT TO OTHER SEALANTS)

END CAP (SEAL AND FASTEN)

SUBGIRT
CONTINUOUS CLEAT
TRANSITION FLASHING
SCREW (12" O.C.)
HEM (FILL W/ BUTYL SEALANT) SCREW (4/PANEL)
SILICONE SEALANT (CONNECT
TO OTHER SEALANTS)
CAP-LOCK

RIGID INSULATION
FOR FLASHING SUPPORT
(CUT AS NEEDED)
POLY. CLOSURE
CLIP (CAULK PERIMETER)
CLIP SCREW METAL CLOSURE
(CAULK PERIMETER)

TRANSITION DETAIL

8"
2 3/4"
1 1/2"
1/2"
1"
SELF-TAPPING
SCREW (4/PANEL)

UPSLOPE PANEL

BACKUP PLATE
FACTORY COPE/FLARE
DOWNSLOPE PANEL
ENDLAP TAPE CAULK
PURLIN
(CAULK PAN AND WEBS)

CLIP NOT SHOWN FOR CLARITY

ENDLAP DETAIL

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 OUTSIDE BEND DETAILS
1. Measure and mark the distance from the end of the panel to the bend 5. Cut two filler plates to a length of 15". Cut the filler plates' webs at their
point. midpoints. Bend the filler plates to the desired angle with the webs of the upslope
portion inside the webs of the downslope portion. Apply the filler plates between
2. Cut the panel flanges and webs to the radius corner. It may be adjacent panels' webs. Caulk between the filler plates and panel webs. Apply
necessary to make V-notches at the flanges to cut the webs. caulk to the top of the filler plates' flanges.

PANEL PAN (DO NOT CUT)

CUT LINE
FLANGE
15" 3/4"
WEB
RADIUS CORNER
2 5/8"
SIDE VIEW END VIEW
CUT WEB ONLY

3. Set the panel on a firm, flat, working surface. Apply downward pressure at SIDE VIEW END VIEW
the bend line. Bend the panel beyond the desired angle. Then, return the
panel bend to the desired angle to set the crease. 2 1/2" SSR PANEL SEALANT
FILLER PLATE

CUT LINE END VIEW

7. Measure and mark the distance from end of the cap-lock to the desired bend
point. V-notch the cap-lock webs at 45∞ angles to the top bend line.

CUT UP TO V-NOTCH 45
WORKING SURFACE THIS POINT

END VIEW SIDE VIEW

8. Place the cap-lock on a firm, flat, working surface. Bend the cap to the
4. Even if the project is uninsulated, it is still necessary to place 4" thick desired angle.
insulation continuously over the eave and base structural members. Place the
base flashing over the insulation to prevent water siphoning. Place the panel into WORKING SURFACE
position. Attach the panel to the girt with four screws per panel. Seal the ends of
the webs at the base with caulk.

9. Apply the cap-lock to the panel starting at the base and working toward
the ridge.

10. Seal all cuts with clear caulk.

FILLER PLATE

CONTINUOUS
2 1/2" SSR PANEL

SCREW (4/PANEL)
CONTINUOUS
2 1/2" SSR PANEL

BASE FLASHING

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 INSIDE BEND DETAILS
1. Mark the distance from the end of the panel to the desired bend line.
5. Place 4" insulation over the purlins at the pitch change, even if the rest of the
roof is uninsulated. Attach the panel to the purlins with four screws per panel
2. On each side of the panel, cut the flange and web to the radius corner of the
width per purlin.
pan.

3. On each side of the panel, remove the flanges for 3" on either side of the bend
line for clearance when the panel is bent.

COPE OUT 3" 3"

TOP FLANGES CUT WEBS 2 1/2" SSR PANEL
(UPPER WEBS INSIDE
LOWER WEBS)

SIDE VIEW

FLANGE
INSULATION
WEB SCREW (4/PANEL/PURLIN)
RADIUS CORNER

END VIEW
6. Measure and mark the distance from the end of the cap-lock to the desired
4. Place the panel on a firm, flat working surface. Clamp a rigid member at the bend point. Cut the cap-lock webs.
bend line. Bend the panel 90∞ to set the crease with the upslope panel webs
inside the downslope panel webs. Then, bend the panel to the desired angle.
CUT WEBS TO CUT WEBS
THIS POINT

END VIEW SIDE VIEW

CLAMPED MEMBER 7. Place the cap-lock on a firm, flat, working surface and bend it to the desired
angle.
FIRM WORKING SURFACE
BEFORE BENDING

WORKING SURFACE
CLAMPED MEMBER
8. Apply the cap-lock to the panel starting at the eave.
WORKING SURFACE
9. Seal all cuts at the bends with clear caulk.

BENDING TO 90∞
ER
AT
W
F
O
W
O
FL

WORKING SURFACE

BENDING TO DESIRED ANGLE

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2 1/2" SSR PANEL SEALANT TAPE
SCREW (12" O.C.)

INSIDE CORNER FLASHING

GIRT

FASCIA OUTSIDE CORNER DETAIL

2 1/2" SSR PANEL

GIRT

SEALANT TAPE
SCREW (12" O.C.)
INSIDE CORNER FLASHING

FASCIA INSIDE CORNER DETAIL

2 1/2" SSR PANEL

SCREW (4/PANEL)
CAULK BETWEEN WEBS

DRIP FLASHING

BASE DETAIL

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 CURB OVER PURLINS
INNER CURB (FIXED) ROOF PANEL
PRE-FABRICATED CURB (MOVING) CAP-LOCK

A A

OPEN

DOWNSLOPE

CURB FLASHING; MUST

ENDCAP (CAULK
1" MIN. 1" MIN. ALLOW OUTER CURB
AND FASTEN)
1" MIN. TO MOVE WITH PANELS
1" MIN.
SEALANT BETWEEN PRE-FABRICATED CURB
WEBS; CONNECT ALL CRICKET
CURB (FIXED) CLOSURES AND SEALANTS
OTHER SEALANTS 4"±
CURB (MOVING) (SEE RIDGE DETAIL)
SCREW (4/PANEL); DO
NOT PENETRATE CURB
SUPPORT

CURB SUPPORT
1' MAX
1' MAX.
2' MAX
SECTION A-A
1" MIN. CURB FLASHING; MUST ALLOW
1" MIN. OUTER CURB TO MOVE WITH PANELS
CURB COVER TRIM
CURB (FIXED) BEND UP PANEL 5" MIN.
CURB (MOVING) 6" MIN.
SCREW (6" O.C.)
2 1/2" SSR PANEL
PANCAKE HEAD SCREW
18 GA. UPLIFT CLIP (ATTACH
TO CURB ONLY)
PURLIN
CURB SUPPORT

FASTENER W/ WASHER; FASTEN 6" O.C.; 2 ROWS OF SEALANT TAPE

DO NOT PENETRATE CURB SUPPORT
SECTION B-B

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 CURB OVER DECK
INNER CURB (FIXED) ROOF PANEL
PRE-FABRICATED CURB (MOVING) CAP-LOCK

A A

OPEN

DOWNSLOPE
ENDCAP (CAULK
CURB FLASHING; MUST
AND FASTEN)
1" MIN. 1" MIN. ALLOW OUTER CURB TO
SEALANT BETWEEN CRICKET MOVE WITH PANELS
1" MIN. 1" MIN.
WEBS; CONNECT ALL PRE-FABRICATED CURB
OTHER SEALANTS 4"± CURB (FIXED) CLOSURES AND SEALANTS
2 ROWS OF SEALANT TAPE CURB (MOVING) (SEE RIDGE DETAIL)

SCREW (4/PANEL) 1" MIN.

1" MIN.
DECK
1' MAX.
1' MAX
2' MAX

SECTION A-A
1" MIN. CURB FLASHING; MUST ALLOW OUTER
CURB TO MOVE WITH PANELS
1" MIN.
CURB COVER TRIM
CURB (FIXED) BEND UP PANEL 5" MIN.
CURB (MOVING) 6" MIN.
SCREW (6" O.C.) 2 1/2" SSR PANEL
PAN HEAD FASTENER
18 GA. UPLIFT CLIP (ATTACH
TO CURB ONLY)
2 ROWS OF SEALANT TAPE
CURB SUPPORT FASTENER W/ WASHER; FASTEN 6" O.C.;
DO NOT PENETRATE CURB SUPPORT

SECTION B-B

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 NOTES FOR CURB DETAILS

1. Prior to placement of curbs and panels, check to see that adequate structural support exists. Since
the panels are supporting the weight of the curb and design loads and the purlins are supporting the
additional weight of the equipment, the purlins must be designed and spaced so that these loads can be
safely distributed to the main frame.

2. Place the curb at the desired location on the roof. Lap the panels over the upslope and downslope
curb flanges by at least 8". Lap the panels over the side curb flanges by at least 4".

3. Location, placement, and design of curbs should be such that at least 6" of panel width exists
between the curb side and web as shown in the drawings. This will prevent funneling water into a
narrow path which may result in a flooded web and a potential leak source.

4. Install the lower curb over the supporting members and weld or fasten the curb with flat-head
fasteners. A flat surface is required because the upper curb slides on the lower curb flange.

5. Downslope flanges should be field-notched to slide around the vertical webs.

6. Panel-to-curb fasteners must not penetrate or interfere with structurals below the curb.

VENT PIPE

PIPE BOOT
FASTENER
SEALANT

SOLID DECK (CUT HOLE AT LEAST 2" LARGER

IN DIAMETER THAN PIPE BOOT FLANGE)

PIPE PENETRATION DETAIL

THE HOLE IN PANEL (AND DECK, IF PRESENT) SHOULD BE CUT AT LEAST 2" LARGER IN DIAMETER THAN PIPE BOOT FLANGE.

ATTACH THE PIPE BOOT BASE TO PANEL WITH SCREWS 2" O.C. DO NOT PENETRATE ANY STRUCTURAL MEMBERS WITH THE SCREWS.
SCREWS SHOULD BE AT SPACED AT LEAST 1" FROM STRUCTURAL MEMBERS.

PIPE PENETRATIONS SHOULD BE CENTERED IN THE WIDTH OF THE PANELS AS SHOWN.

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