Vertical seam – Metal Sales Vertical Seam Manual User Manual
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PVS-2
VERTICAL SEAM
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PANEL PROFILES
SLOPE
SUBSTRATE
COVERAGE
LENGTH
AVAILABILITY
APPLICATION
FASTENING SYSTEM
FASTENERS
MATERIALS
FINISH
The minimum recommended slope for any Vertical Seam roofing panel is 3:12.
Vertical Seam is designed to be utilized over solid substrate, but can easily be used over an open structural
framing. The recommended substrate is
5
/
8
" plywood with a 30 pound felt moisture barrier. To avoid panel
distortion, use a properly aligned and uniform substructure.
Vertical Seam panels are available in a 12", 16", and 18" width with a 1
3
/
4
" rib height.
Lengths under 5'-0" are available with some cutting restrictions. Maximum recommended panel length is 45'-0".
Longer panels require additional consideration in packaging, shipping, and erection. Please consult your Metal
Sales branch for recommendations (see PGI-2 and 3 for locations).
Vertical Seam panels are available in 26, 24, and 22 gauge. Minimum quantities may apply.
Commercial, Architectural, and Residential panel.
Concealed Clip System.
The fastener selection guide should be consulted for choosing proper fasteners for specific applications.
Quantity and type of fastener must meet necessary loading and code requirements (see PGI-12-14).
Steel grade 50, Per ASTM-A792
C
Factory Applied Sealant
C
12",16", or 18" Coverage
Without Striations (Flat)
With Striations
Factory Applied Sealant
PERFORMANCE TEST
UL 580, ASTM E-1592, ASTM E-1646, ASTM E-1680, UL 790, UL 2218, UL 263, Texas Department of
Insurance, Miami-Dade County.
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Acrylic Coated Galvalume
®
(ACG) / ASTM A-792 - AZ55
Prepainted Galvalume / ASTM A-792 - AZ50
**
Fluorocarbon (PVDF)
*
Differential appearance of Acrylic Coated Galvalume roofing materials is not a cause for rejection.
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Meets both Kynar 500 and Hylar 5000 specifications.
1
3
/
4
"
1
3
/
4
"
12",16", or 18" Coverage