Metal Plus LLC- Universal Safety Anchor (USA)

The Metal Plus Universal Safety Anchor (USA) is a non-penetrating fall-protection anchor engineered specifically for standing seam metal roofs. Using an innovative hinge and clamp design, it delivers a secure tie-off point without gouging panels, voiding warranties, or leaving rust marks behind. Built from high-quality aluminum and stainless steel, the USA anchor installs in under a minute and provides a reliable attachment point for a single user or as part of a larger fall-arrest system. Designed for professional roofers, solar installers, and metal roofing contractors, it combines safety, speed, and panel-friendly performance on both residential and commercial projects

Key Features

• Non-penetrating design for standing seam roofs
  Attaches to standing seam metal roof panels without piercing the metal, helping prevent leaks, rust, and panel damage while preserving manufacturer warranties.
  
• Fast, simple installation (under a minute)
  Place over the panel rib, tighten, and torque — no complex assemblies, no dismantling required when relocating the anchor.
  
• No set screws, no gouging
  Innovative hinge and clamp system eliminates set screws, reducing the risk of scratched, gouged, or distorted panels and complaints about roof damage.
  
• Strong, durable construction
  Built from aluminum extrusions joined by a stainless-steel hinge pin and topped with a stainless-steel D-ring, providing a robust, corrosion-resistant anchor for demanding job sites.
  
• OSHA & ANSI compliant
  Tested to ANSI/ASSE Z359.18 and designed to meet OSHA 1910.140 and OSHA 1926.502 requirements as part of a proper Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS).
  
• Single-user or system component
  Can be used as a single tie-off point on one seam or integrated into a broader fall-protection system across the roof, depending on job requirements.
  
• Supports professional PFAS setups
  Compatible with full-body harnesses, energy-absorbing lanyards, and lifelines, and intended for fall arrest or restraint with controlled maximum arresting forces and free-fall distances per PFAS guidelines

Previous anchor points are now obsolete by eliminating the following problems:

No More-

• Adjusting set screws
• Replacing parts
• Set screws gouging and damaging panels
• Voiding manufacturing warranty on panels
• Rusting of panels when anchor points are removed
• Complaining customers of excessive damage to panels
• Dismantling of anchor points required
• Can be used on roofs up to 12:12 pitch

• Product Name: Metal Plus Universal Safety Anchor (USA) 
• Roof Type Compatibility: Standing seam metal roofs only; clamps over the panel rib without penetrating the panel 
• Panel Fit: Fits standing seam panel ribs up to approximately 1-1/4" wide (not for wide batten cap panels) 
• Weight: Approximately 32 oz (about 2.0 lb)
• Dimensions (Approximate):
  • Overall Body Length: ~8–10" (main aluminum body is 8" long; some distributors list approx. 10" overall including hardware) 
  • Body Width x Height (Closed): ~2-1/2" wide × 3-1/2" tall 
  • Inside Opening (Closed): ~1-1/4" wide × 2-1/2" tall to capture the standing seam rib 
• Materials:
  • Main Body: Two 8" aluminum extrusions
  • Hinge Pin: Stainless steel (~3/8"–0.39" diameter)
  • D-Ring: 304 stainless steel safety ring
  • Bolts/Washers/Nuts: Steel fasteners (square-head bolts, washers, lock washers, nuts) 
• Attachment Method:
  • Non-penetrating clamping system that goes over the standing seam rib
  • Secured with three 1/2"-13 × 3-3/4" square-head bolts (with nut, washer, lock washer)
  • Torqued to 70 ft-lbs during installation 
• Design Details:
  • Two-piece hinged mechanism (hinge system) for easy open / close / torque operation
  • Integrated stainless steel D-ring on top for personal fall arrest tie-off
  • No set screws, no panel penetration, helps avoid panel damage and warranty issues 
• Maximum Users: Single user on a single standing seam at a time (when used as directed in a PFAS).
• Roof Pitch Capability: Usable on standing seam roofs up to 12:12 pitch (steep-slope compatible). 
• Use Type: Temporary or permanent tie-off point for fall arrest or restraint on residential and commercial standing seam metal roofs. 
• Standards & Testing:
  • OSHA 1910.140 and OSHA 1926.502 compliant (when used as part of a proper PFAS)
  • Tested to ANSI/ASSE Z359.18
  • Independently ISO tested 
• Country of Manufacture: Made in the USA.

Q: What types of roofs is the Universal Safety Anchor (USA) designed for?
A: The Universal Safety Anchor (USA) is specifically designed for standing seam metal roofs. It clamps over the standing seam rib without penetrating the panel, helping prevent leaks, rust, and panel damage while maintaining roof warranties when used as directed.

Q: Does the Universal Safety Anchor (USA) penetrate or damage the metal panels?
A: No. The USA uses a non-penetrating hinge-and-clamp design and does not require set screws or roof penetrations. When installed and torqued correctly, it avoids gouging or distorting the panels, greatly reducing the risk of cosmetic or functional damage to the roof.

Q: How many workers can tie off to one Universal Safety Anchor (USA) at a time?
A: The USA anchor is intended as a single-user tie-off point when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions and as part of a properly configured Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS), including a compatible full-body harness and approved connecting devices.

Q: Is the Universal Safety Anchor (USA) OSHA and ANSI compliant?
A: Yes. When installed and used as part of a complete PFAS, the Universal Safety Anchor (USA) is designed and tested to meet applicable OSHA fall protection requirements and ANSI Z359 anchor standards for fall arrest and restraint on standing seam metal roofs.