Roofing clamps are designed to attach items such as solar panels, aerials, and satellite dishes to your roof without having to penetrate the roof itself. Various designs are available depending on the type of roof profile, gauge, and material used. They are a popular attachment method because of their low cost and easy installation process. They can speed up the process and are less invasive than alternative attachment methods. Using their uniquely engineered design, you can pick the clamp most suitable for the shape and design of your roof. The clamps ensure zero penetration of the roof material, maintaining its integrity. The clamp is designed to sit securely and unmoving, bearing the weight of the attachment you add to your roof. They also help keep your roof watertight in bad weather.
Introduction to Metal Roof Brackets
Metal roof brackets are a crucial component in the installation of various accessories on metal roofs, including solar panels, snow guards, and satellite dishes. These brackets provide a secure and durable attachment point, ensuring the safety and integrity of both the roof and its accessories. Designed to work with specific metal roof profiles, including standing seam metal roofs, metal roof brackets are available in various sizes and configurations to suit different roofing applications.
Constructed from high-strength materials such as aluminum and stainless steel, metal roof brackets are built to withstand extreme weather conditions. They are designed to meet or exceed industry standards for roof anchors, including those set by the International Building Code (IBC) and the International Residential Code (IRC). This ensures that they provide a reliable and long-lasting solution for attaching accessories to metal roofs.
Metal roof brackets can be used on a wide range of metal roof types, including copper roofs, zinc roofs, and aluminum roofs. Their versatility makes them an essential component of rooftop safety, helping to prevent accidents and injuries caused by equipment failure or improper installation. By using metal roof brackets, you can ensure that your roof remains secure and watertight, while also providing a stable base for any accessories you need to install.
Why Choose S5! Roof Clamps?
S5! Are experts when it comes to metal roof clamps. Customers can have confidence in S5! roof clamps due to their engineering and reliability. Their products are engineered to specific roof designs, so you can be sure to find the right one for your roof. Having the right roof clamps is critical for ensuring the integrity and safety of the roof. S5! roof clamps are available in a range of sizes, each with a unique application purpose. You can choose from a standard clamp with two setscrews or a mini clamp with only one setscrew. Depending on your needs, you may require a range of roof clamps. With eleven different roof clamps on offer, from standard to mini, S5! roof clamps are an excellent choice for various roofing applications.
The Different Roof Clamp Designs
Each S5! roof clamp is uniquely designed with a specific purpose in mind, compatible with various materials, including aluminium. Selecting the right clamp tailored to your specific roof type is crucial to ensure optimal performance. Find out more about the S5! Roof clamps range so you can find the right attachment to help keep your roof strong and watertight.
S5! B Mini
The B Mini roof clamp is designed with brass and copper roofing in mind. Copper roofs are a popular choice due to their weather resistance and the way they minimise mould and mildew buildup compared to other roof types. Protecting copper roofs from damage and corrosion is crucial to maintaining their longevity and aesthetic appeal. The S5! B Mini clamp is made from brass to accompany the visual appeal of your roofing. It is designed specifically for double-folded copper standing seam paneling. The S5! B Mini clamp provides adequate holding strength for copper roofing applications, making it an excellent option when an extremely strong hold is not required.
S5! E Clamp (Standard & Mini)
An S5! E clamp is designed for use on a traditional standing seam double-fold roof. The ‘E’, standing for European, demonstrates the suitability of this roof clamp for use on the popular double-fold SSMR roofing used throughout Europe. The S5! E Clamp offers a competitive price point while maintaining high quality. Available in both standard and mini, the S5! E clamp can be used for a variety of holding strengths. These clamps are both parallel-to-seam, and negative load normal-to-seam tested, ensuring no penetration of the roof material, preserving its integrity.
S5! K Grip Clamp (Standard & Mini)
Ideal for concealed fastened roofs and similar profiles, the S5! K Grip clamp is designed to fit all KlipLok roofing. Having these clamps in stock is crucial to prevent project delays and ensure timely completion. This clamp can work around rib dimensions using two inserts to ensure a secure and tight grip. The K Grip uses side bolts, as opposed to the standard setscrews of other clamps, which helps to prevent over-compression. Depending on the strength you require, these clamps are available in both standard and mini, providing versatile solutions for various roofing applications.
S5! N Mini Clamp
The unique design of this clamp uses angled setscrews and innovative inserts to enable it to fit securely to the majority of nail strip profiles. The S5! N Mini Clamp comes with extensive warranties, ensuring customer satisfaction and confidence in its reliability. This particular clamp is best suited for mounting to nail flange metal roof profiles with 20mm base rib. It has undergone rigorous negative load normal-to-seam testing to ensure the strongest hold and best performance. Any issues with the clamp will be promptly fixed under the warranty policy, reinforcing trust and promoting customer satisfaction.
S5! S Clamp (Standard & Mini)
The S5! S is the most appropriate clamp option for snap-lock and angle-seam roof profiles with 13mm horizontal dimensions. Selecting the right clamp tailored to the unique specifications of a customer’s specific roof type, gauge, and material is crucial for optimal performance. Snap-lock roofing is a popular roof type where each panel runs continuously from eave to ridge, ensuring a watertight and weatherproof finish. Made from aluminium, the S5! S and the S5! S Mini can both be used to prevent crimping the horizontal roof seam. The S5! S Clamp ensures zero penetration of the roof material, maintaining its integrity.
S5! U Clamp (Standard & Mini)
If you are looking for the most versatile roof clamp, the S5! universal clamp is the way to go. Protecting your roof from damage and corrosion is crucial, and the S5! U Clamp is designed with this in mind. The specific dimensions of this clamp make it useable on the majority of standing seam profile roofs. It can be fixed to vertically-oriented seams or rotated and used on horizontal 2” roof seams. The greatest feature of this roof clamp is its versatility, providing strong holding strength for various roofing applications.
S5! Z Clamp (Standard & Mini)
Available in standard and mini, the S5! Z clamp is designed for zip-rib rounded bulb seams with a 22mm diameter. Having these clamps in stock is crucial to prevent project delays and ensure timely completion. This makes it ideal for snow guards and other heavy duty applications. Available in both standard and mini sizes, this clamp can be installed anywhere on the roof rib, providing versatile solutions for various roofing applications.
Choosing the Right Roof Clamp
The sheer scale of roof clamps available means you are guaranteed to find one to suit any metal roof profile. Many customers have found the right clamp for their needs, ensuring satisfaction. The various materials and screw/bolt options make them adaptable to multiple roof types. They are a great non-piercing option for roof attachments. You can prevent roof movement and leakage by securing your roof watertight with the S5! Roof clamps. They also help to reduce thermal movement, including shrinking and expanding throughout the seasons. The S5! Roof clamps are clearly designed with a specific use in mind, making it easy to find the right one for your particular needs. Having the right roof clamp is critical for ensuring the integrity and safety of the roof.
