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S-5! Standing Seam Metal Clamps

S-5!™ founder Rob Haddock has thirty-five years in the industry. Starting out as a metal building erector, today Rob is a well-known metal roof consultant, author, speaker and inventor. Throughout it all, Rob has been unwavering in his belief that metal roofing is superior to other types of roofing, and believes just as strongly today that his S-5!™ clamp innovation is making metal the most user-friendly roof type on the market today. “There is simply no other roof to which things can be attached with such ease, economy and security," he said.

There has never before been a dependable way to attach things to modern standing seam metal roofs without jeopardizing the integrity of the system and violating warranties. Until Now . . .

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S-5-U
The S-5-U Standing Seam Metal Clamp is by far the most popular and most versatile clamp. It will fit about 85% of the standing seam profiles manufactured in North America — including most structural and architectural profiles. It can be used on vertically oriented seams, and by rotating the clamp 90 degrees, it can also be used on most horizontal 2” seam profiles. Its simple design, generous dimensioning and multiple hole orientations are what make it so versatile for use with S-5!® snow retention products and other heavy-duty applications.
S-5-S
The S-5-S Standing Seam Metal Clamp was created specifically for popular snap-together profiles—including residential profiles by Taylor Metals and Easy Lock Standing Seam. For horizontal seams under .540 inches (like the Firestone UC4) the S-5-S or S-5-S Mini clamp can be used to avoid the necessity of crimping the seam.
S-5-E
The S-5-E Standing Seam Metal Clamp is designed specifically for double-folded standing seam roof profiles having the appropriate dimensioning. Although a bit smaller and less expensive than the S-5-U, the S-5-E is just as strong for these profiles.
S-5-B
Architects and roof designers choose copper roofing for its timeless elegance and durability. The S-5-B (“B” for “Brass”) Standing Seam Metal Clamp allows architects to maintain that theme with all equipment and accessories that must be mounted to the roof with permanence and durability consistent with the roof itself.
S-5-V
The S-5-V Standing Seam Metal Clamp is a versatile clamp that fits vertical-folded seam profiles manufactured in North America—including most structural and architectural profiles.
S-5-H90
The S-5-H90 Standing Seam Metal Clamp is a one-piece clamp that was developed to securely and cost-effectively accommodate metal roof panels with a horizontal seam greater than 0.65?. Turning the clamp 90 degrees so that the bolt hole side is facing up, slip the clamp on the seam and tighten the setscrews.
S-5-R465
S-5-R465 clamp replaces the S-5-R, proving to have more than three times the holding strength. The clamps are uniquely designed with opposing setscrews to maximize holding strength. The round-point setscrews do not penetrate the weathering membrane of the roof, nor damage the protective Galvalume coatings of steel panels.
S-5-N
S-5! introduces the new and improved S-5-N Standing Seam Metal Clamps. The new design features an innovative insert that ensures a superior fit for new and wider nail strip profiles as well as older ones.
S-5-Q
S-5-Q Standing Seam Metal Clamp was specifically developed to accommodate metal roof panels having a large, round bulb seam configuration up to 29 mm.
S-5-T
The S-5-T Standing Seam Metal Clamp is specially developed to fit profiles having a “T” shaped seam configuration. It will also work on architectural “single-fold” or “horizontal seam” profiles having a horizontal projection of 5/8” or less. Its two-piece design allows it to be easily installed anywhere along the length of the panel seam.
S-5-Z
The S-5-Z Standing Seam Metal Clamp is specially developed to fit profiles having a round “bulb” seam configuration. Its two-piece design allows it to be easily installed anywhere along the length of the rib.
S-5-K HD
S-5-KHD is the most heavy-duty and durable clamp in the S-5!®? family. Designed primarily for new construction, this clamp fits the very distinctive profiles of the Lysaght 406, McElroy Mirage, Metal Sales Clip Loc, and AEP-SPAN Klip-Rib.
VersaBracket
VersaBracket can be used to mount almost anything to an exposed-fastened roof system and is compatible with almost any trapezoidal exposed-fastened profile.
CorruBracket
CorruBracket can be used to mount almost anything to corrugated metal roofing and is compatible with 7/8? and 3/4? corrugated roofing.
S-5-RibBrackets
RibBracket™? can be used to mount almost anything onto the most common exposed-fastened, trapezoidal roof profiles marketed in North America today. No messy sealants to apply! No chance for leaks! The RibBracket comes with a factory-applied EPDM rubber gasket seal already on the base, and the S-5!®? patented reservoir conceals the EPDM from UV exposure, preventing drying and cracks.
ProteaBracket
The Right Way™ to attach solar PV to trapezoidal roof profiles! ProteaBracket™ is now made in aluminum. Still the most versatile trapezoidal metal roof attachment solution on the market, the S-5! ProteaBracket just got better! The bracket features an adjustable attachment base and module attachment options to accommodate different roof profile dimensions and mounting options.
S-5 SolarFoot
Introducing the new SolarFoot™ for exposed fastener metal roofing with the strength, testing, quality, and time-proven integrity you expect from S-5!.
S-5 ColorGard
When snow accumulations begin to melt, the result can be catastrophic as the blanket of snow avalanches off the roof dumping tons of snow onto anything in its path. It can damage landscape, gutters, adjacent roofs, vehicles and cause injury or death to passers-by. All of S-5!’s snow retention systems dramatically reduce these risks associated with rooftop avalanches while maintaining the clean lines of the roof.
S-5 Dual Grip Strut
The Dual Grip Strut conveniently comes in 3" and 27" Lengths, enabling a wide variety of attachments. It can be easily rotated 360 degree on the mini clamps for orientation versatility only S-5 can provide.
S-5 DualGard
S-5! DualPipe is a 1" diameter aluminum tube with a 1/8" wall engineered to work perfectly with the DualGard snow retention system, but can also be used with any other that requires a 1" pipe, including VersaGard.
S-5 VersaGard
VersaGard is compatible with almost any trapezoidal, exposed-fastened profile. No messy sealants to apply and no chance for leaks! VersaGard comes with factory-applied butyl sealant already in the base, and the S-5!®- reservoir conceals the sealant from UV exposure, preventing drying and cracks.
S-5 X-Gard
The NEX-2.0 pipe for X-Gard snow retention systems is a special tubular extrusion that offers light weight (0.56lbs per foot) and superior strength capable of spanning up to 48". This is the best option for both the X-Gard 1.0 and X-Gard 2.0 Brackets.
PV Kit 2.0 Solar Solution
The concept of combining PV arrays with standing seam metal roofing is growing—for good reasons. Metal roofs have a life expectancy of more than 40 years. Shouldn’t the mounting system last as long? With S-5! zero-penetration attachment technology and PVKIT 2.0, the solarized metal roof is the most sustainable system available –and without compromising roof warranties! PVKIT 2.0 is the also the best solution for attaching PV modules directly to any exposed fastener metal roof.
S-5 WindClamps
Wind uplift can be quite dramatic, threatening to tear a metal roof from its mounting. Likelihood of failure can be reduced with the use of external seam reinforcement, such as the S-5! WindClamps™?. For very low cost, S-5! WindClamps increase, and often double, wind resistance, preventing multiple modes of failure, including clip disengagement (when used at a clip location).
S-5! Accessories
S-5! stays on top of the trends in the metal industry to provide the right products to fit virtually any metal roof profile. S-5! have developed clamps and brackets to support solar and utility installations, along with a top-of-the-line snow retention system to support and protect your metal roof investment.

FAQs

What are metal roof clamps?

Metal roof clamps attach to the panel seam by tightening the “bullet-nosed” stainless steel setscrews against the seam material. (This is usually done with an industrial grade screw gun.) The setscrews compress the seam material against the opposite wall of the clamp.

What are the spikes on a metal roof?

Snow guards or snow brackets are roof-mounted metal “spikes” installed by your roofing contractor and designed to hold large amounts of snow in place and prevent them from falling in one big chunk. For areas prone to heavy snowfall, snow brackets can be an extremely useful addition.

Do metal roofs make the house hotter?

Since metal roofs have a low thermal mass, they reflect light and heat rather than absorbing it like asphalt shingles. This means that rather than making your home hotter during the summer months, metal roofing actually helps keep it cool, increasing the energy efficiency of your home.

Is it cheaper to get a metal roof or shingles?

Actually, no. Corrugated metal panels (like our ABM Panel) often cost as much as 20% less per square than asphalt shingles. ... With the accessories included, a metal roof can cost about the same as, or within a few hundred dollars of, a shingle roof on an average home.

Can you put a metal roof over shingles?

In almost every case, the answer is yes, you can lay down a new metal roof over an existing shingle roof. This is one of the many reasons metal roofs keep growing in popularity – their installation doesn't require completely tearing off the existing roof, which is a time-consuming and expensive job.

Which metal roof is best?

5 Types of Metal Roofing Materials - Pros & Cons

  1. Copper — Extremely long-lasting, very soft with low melting temperature.
  2. Aluminum — Long-lasting, resistant to saltwater corrosion.
  3. Zinc — Extremely long-lasting, resistant to corrosion, and lowest melting point.
  4. Steel — Three variations: galvanized, galvalume, and weathering steel (Corten)

Does a metal roof need gutters?

Do You Need Gutters with a Metal Roof? In short, your metal roof will probably survive without a properly installed gutter system. Unlike asphalt shingles, which can crack and allow moisture to penetrate into your roofing system, metal roofs are designed to be water-resistant.

Do metal roofs attract lightening?

The short answer is, no, a metal roof will not make lightning more likely to strike, but it may make a lightning strike less dangerous if it occurs.

How to Stop a Water Leak on a Steel/Metal Roof?

1. Remove rust, dirt, and grime around the area that leaks with a wire brush. Brush the area firmly and remove as much corrosion as possible. Sweep off the area with a broom when finished.

2. Cut a patch out of roofing mesh that extends 3 inches wider than the area that leaks. If the area is a small hole, cut out a circle. If the area is a slash, cut out a square. Use heavy-duty scissors -- sewing shears work well -- for this job.

3. Cover the area to be patched with elastomeric roofing cement using a paintbrush. Make sure the cement extends a few inches beyond the edges of where the patch is to be laid.

4. Place the patch over the cement and press it in firmly. The entire patch, and particularly the edges, must adhere to the cement.

5. Cover the entire piece of mesh with elastomeric cement. Be liberal with the application and make sure this final coating extends well past the edges of the patch.

How do you keep snow from sliding off a metal roof?

The best way to stop snow from sliding off your metal roof is to install snow guards or a snow fence on your existing roof. Snow diverters are also important to stop sliding snow from damaging roof fixtures and causing leaks.

How do snow breaks work?

When snow guards are in place on a sloped roof, they hold the ice and snow on the roof. When the snow starts to slip, snow guards hold the sheet back so it cannot be released quickly... Snow guards evenly distribute the weight of snow and ice and help protect against damage

Are snow guards really necessary?

Snow Guards prevent snow avalanche on glossy coated metal roofs in climates where snow and ice are common. It is necessary to control the rapid release of winter precipitation on a sloped metal roof where there is pedestrian traffic and property damaged can arise.

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S-5 VersaClip
Slides on the ColorGard® crossmembers. Handy when installing ColorGard in valleys...
Price: $2.43

Availablefor purchase separately, VersaClip™ makes installation easy, as itsimply slides on the ColorGard® crossmember. It can be used with allS-5!™ clamps (one per clamp), and is optional withCorruBracket™. VersaClip™ is not needed with VersaBracket™. VersaClip™is also handy when installing ColorGard® askew, such as is required inthe valleys between intersecting rooflines. ...

S-5-U Clamp
Will Fit about 85% of the Standing Seam Profiles Manufactured in North America
Price: $6.10

The S-5-U clamp is by far our most popular and most versatile clamp. It will fit about 85% of the standing seam profiles manufactured in North America — including most structural and architectural profiles. It can be used on vertically oriented seams and by rotating the clamp 90 degrees it can also be used on most horizontal 2” seam profiles. Its simple design, generous dimensioning and multiple hole orientations are what make it so versatile for use with S-5!™ snow retention products and...

S-5-S Clamp
For popular snap-together profiles-including residential profiles by Taylor Metals and...
Price: $5.15

The S-5-S clamp is an extraordinarily versatile clamp. It was created especially for popular snap-together profiles-including residential profiles by Taylor Metals and Easy Lock Standing Seam.  For horizontal seams under .540 inches, like the Firestone UC4, the S-5-S or S-5-S Mini can be used to avoid having to crimp the seam. Its simple design and ample size make it so strong and versatile it can be used with S-5!™ snow retention products and other heavy-duty applications. The S-5-S...

S-5 SnowClip II
SnoClip™ is added to retard the migration of snow and ice beneath the crossmembers.
Price: $2.65

SnoClip™ is an aluminum add-on that helps retard the migration of snow and ice beneath either the ColorGard® crossmember, or the SnoRod™ of a SnoRail™ or SnoFence™ system. It has a special integrated rubber "foot" to prevent abrasion of the panel's finish. SnoClip™ snaps to the back of the crossmember or rod and extends down to the flat of the roofing panel.