Our New Standing Seam Snow Guards are especially effective where ice and heavy snow are a problem. Featuring SST fasteners which do not penetrate the roof, there is no opportunity for leaks and they can be installed in any weather. The standard bottom ice bar mounts 3/8" of an inch above the roof to keep snow and ice from sliding while the second optional ice bar holds back deeper snow levels.
Ordering:
You will need to order one NSS Guard for each seam your attaching to. You will then need to order the appropriate pan width rods.
Example - You are doing one side of a roof with 36 12" panels, that requires a single row. You will need 35 guards ( one for each seam connection ) and 34 12" pan rods to go between them.
Typical Formula Per Row
Number of Panels - 1 = Number of guards you need
Number of Panels - 2 = Number of rods you need
If you wish to order your NSS snow retention system with it's optional double bar set-up, just order double the quantity of rods.
Calculating Rows Needed:
Run (distance from eve to ridge) x Snow Load x CTC of Panel in feet.
If you have a 20' run x 30# Snow Load x Using 12" CTC Panels.
20 x 30 x 1 = 600#PSF
The system is rated for 800#PSF when correctly installed.
As long as your number is below 800# PSF, one row should do the job. If your number is 800-1500 you will need to add a second row to distribute the weight evenly. The first row over the weight bearing wall, the second row half way between the first row and the eve.
1600-2300 will need 3 rows and so on.
Not sure on the exact quantity you need? Feel Free to reach out to us via phone or email and we will help you configure a custom layout for your application. There are many factors that must be taken into account to assure your snow retention system performs properly. The above information is a guideline and the ultimate responsibility for the success of the system is with the installer.
Advantages:
- The New Standing Seam snow guard is a polycarbonate snow guard that is designed for new construction and can be retrofitted onto existing roofs.
- NSS guards are mounted using SST screws which are mechanically fastened to the standing seam, without penetrating the roof.
- NSS guards are designed to fit straight, T & L seams up to 2" tall & 1.25" Wide.
- Ice Bar is 1" in diameter and mounts 3/8" above the roof surface. Optional 2nd Ice Bar mounts 1/4" above the standard bar.
- It's cube shaped profile is heavily reinforced for strength.
- UV Protected - won't fade or break down from sun or harsh weather.
- Effective and Economical.
- Compatible with all metals and composites.
- Clear snow guards are virtually invisible on any roof.
- Custom colored guards are available.
- Free recommended installation and layout schematics.
- Please email us or call us for information on colored NSS guards which are available for an additional fee and have a slightly longer lead time.
- Rods are Acrylic and are available in clear only.
Lead Time:
Typically In Stock - Larger orders 1K+ may take 1- 2 weeks to ship.
Dimensions:
Base - 3" x 3" , Face - 3" x 3"
Ice Bar - 1" Diameter
Ice Bar - Will be cut to length to match your panel, typically 1.5" less than the pan width.
