Metal Sales Vertical Seam Installation - Manual

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VERTICAL SEAM
SAFETY
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STUDY APPLICABLE OSHA AND OTHER SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
BEFORE FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
The installation of metal roof systems is a dangerous procedure and should be supervised by trained
knowledgeable erectors. USE EXTREME CARE WHILE INSTALLING ROOF PANELS. It is not possible for
Metal Sales to be aware of all the possible job site situations that could cause an unsafe condition to exist.
The erector of the roof system is responsible for reading these instructions and determining the safest way
to install the roof system.
These instructions are provided only as a guide to show a knowledgeable, trained erector the correct parts
placement one to another. If following any of the installation steps would endanger a worker, the erector
should stop work and decide upon a corrective action.
Provide required safety railing, netting, or safety lines for crew members working on the roof.
Do not use the roof panel as a walking platform. The roof panels will not withstand the weight of a person
standing at the edge of the panel.
Do not stand on the roof panel at the ends until the panels have been attached.
The application and detail drawings in this manual are strictly for illustration purposes and may not be applicable to all build-
ing designs or product installations. All projects should conform to applicable building codes for that particular area. It is
recommended to follow all building regulations and standard industry practices.
Metal Sales Manufacturing Corporation is not responsible for the performance of the roof system if it is not installed in accor-
dance with the suggested instructions referenced in this manual. If there is a conflict between this manual and the Metal Sales
approved erection drawings, the approved erection drawings are to take precedence.
Prior to ordering and installing materials, all dimensions should be verified by field measurements.
Metal Sales reserves the right to modify, without notice, any details, recommendations or suggestions. Any questions you may
have regarding proper installation of the Vertical Seam roofing system should be directed to your Metal Sales representative,
see page 3.
Oil canning is not a cause for rejection. Oil canning can be described as the amount of waviness found in the flat areas of metal
panels. Oil canning is an inherent characteristic of light gauge cold formed metal products, particularly those with broad flat areas.
There are many factors which may contribute to oil canning that Metal Sales is not able to control. These factors include: mis-
alignment of the support system, over driving of fasteners used on the panels, stress (whether inherent in the panel or induced),
thermal expansion and contraction of the panel, material handling, width, gauge, length, color of panels, and installation. (Refer-
ence Metal Construction Association “Oil Canning Position Paper” - Appendix A).
Consult Metal Sales for any additional information not outlined in this manual.
This manual is designed to be utilized as a guide when installing Vertical Seam roofing system. It is the responsibility of the
erector to ensure the safe installation of this product system.