{"product_id":"original-standing-seam-stand-alone-guard","title":"Original Standing Seam Stand Alone Guard","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Standing Seam Stand-Alone Snow Guard for Metal Roofs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolar Blox™ Original Standing Seam (OSS) Stand-Alone Snow Guards are durable, UV-protected polycarbonate snow retention devices designed specifically for standing seam metal roofing systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for new construction and retrofit applications, these snow guards help prevent snow and ice from sliding off metal roofs and damaging gutters or property below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOSS Snow Guards attach directly to standing seams using SST mechanical fasteners without penetrating the roofing panels, helping prevent leaks associated with roof penetrations. They can be installed in any weather conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach guard includes mounting screws and can be installed individually without connecting Ice Bars (rods).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On roof panels measuring 12\" or wider, snow and ice may slide between individual guards. Consider our connected Original Standing Seam Snow Retention System with Ice Bars for additional snow retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVolume Discounts — Starting at Just 10 Pieces!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscount Per Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice Per Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$2.00 OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$12.99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25–49\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$3.00 OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$11.99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$4.00 OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$10.99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$5.00 OFF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$9.99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVolume discounts are automatically applied in your cart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscounts apply to snow guards only. Ice Bars are sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoof Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolar Blox™ Original Standing Seam Snow Guards are designed for standing seam metal roofing systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey accommodate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding seams up to 1\/2\" wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding seams up to 1 9\/16\" tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaller seams, although the guard will sit higher above the roof surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guards are compatible with metal and composite roofing materials when installed on compatible standing seams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Many Stand-Alone Snow Guards Do You Need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Standing Seam Stand-Alone Snow Guards are installed individually without connecting rods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a typical installation, order one guard for each standing seam where a guard will be installed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe total number of guards required depends on the number of standing seams and the number of snow guard rows needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On wider roof panels measuring 12\" or more, snow and ice may slide between individual guards. A connected Ice Bar system may provide additional snow retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalculating Rows Needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the following formula to estimate snow load and determine the number of rows needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormula:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoof Run (distance from eave to ridge) × Ground Snow Load × CTC (center-to-center panel spacing) in feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExample:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a roof with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20' run (eave to ridge)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 lb\/ft² ground snow load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12\" CTC panel spacing (1 foot)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalculation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 × 30 × 1 = \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e600 pounds of estimated load per guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Guard Load Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Original Standing Seam Snow Guard has a stated rating of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,300 pounds per guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when correctly installed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor preliminary planning, the following chart incorporates a 10% safety margin, reducing the working load allowance to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,170 pounds per guard per row\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Number of Snow Guard Rows and Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalculated Load Per Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Rows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRow Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 1,170 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Row\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition over the load-bearing wall near the eave.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 1,170–2,340 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Rows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst row over the load-bearing wall. Second row halfway between the first row and the eave.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 2,340–3,510 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 Rows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst row over the load-bearing wall. Additional rows spaced according to roof conditions and an approved layout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbove 3,510 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional rows required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetermine row quantity and placement based on the roof's specific loading requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enow Guard Load Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1,300 pounds per guard, using a preliminary working-load allowance of 1,170 pounds after a 10% reduction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This chart is preliminary planning guidance, not a verified manufacturer installation schedule. Row quantities and placement must be confirmed for the specific roof and snow loads before installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Help Determining How Many Snow Guards You Need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact Polar Blox by phone or email for assistance determining the appropriate number of snow guards and rows for your roof.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoof geometry, snow conditions, standing seam spacing, and other factors must be considered to ensure proper performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These calculations are general planning guidelines, not an engineered installation design. The stated 1,300-pound rating and the suitability of the proposed row arrangement must be verified for the specific roof, attachment, and loading conditions. The installer is responsible for confirming the appropriate layout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable Polycarbonate Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full-size polycarbonate snow guards designed for long-lasting performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Construction or Retrofit Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for new and existing standing seam metal roofs.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-Penetrating Attachment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e SST mechanical fasteners attach directly to the standing seam without penetrating the roofing panels.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll-Weather Installation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mechanical attachment allows installation in a variety of weather conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStanding Seam Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fits standing seams up to 1\/2\" wide and 1 9\/16\" tall. Can accommodate taller seams, although the guard will sit higher.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStand-Alone Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each guard installs individually without connecting Ice Bars or rods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReinforced Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features two interior reinforcing ribs and a center support.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Polycarbonate construction includes UV protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEconomical Snow Retention:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Provides an economical snow retention solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with metals and composites when installed on suitable standing seams.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-Visibility Appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clear snow guards are virtually invisible on the roof.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree Installation Guidance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended installation layouts and schematics are available at no charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional Colors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colored OSS snow guards are available by contacting us via phone or email. Additional charges and longer lead times apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailability and Lead Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically In Stock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarger orders of 1,000 or more guards may require 1–2 weeks to ship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5\" × 3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFace:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5\" × 3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed a Complete Snow Retention System?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor additional snow retention, especially on wider standing seam roof panels, consider our complete Original Standing Seam Snow Retention System with compatible Ice Bars (rods).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/polarblox.com\/products\/original-standing-seam?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShop the Original Standing Seam Snow Retention System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000120;\" color=\"#000120\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000120;\" color=\"#000120\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Polar Blox","offers":[{"title":"OSS Clear Guard \/w Screws - Qty 1","offer_id":43458033418329,"sku":"OSS Clear - PB1300","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/6094\/2195\/files\/original-standing-seam-snowguard.png?v=1792938382","url":"https:\/\/polarblox.com\/products\/original-standing-seam-stand-alone-guard","provider":"Polar Blox","version":"1.0","type":"link"}