Super Anchor Safety - 2018 ARS – Metal Roof Flashing

The Super Anchor EPDM Metal Roof Flashing base was specifically designed to flash the ARS Series of anchors on standing seam and corrugated metal roofing. The Flashing system consists of a medium gray EPDM Base Flashing with aluminum reinforced edge, a gray stem cover and a tether strap.

Flashing size is 8”x8” with a 3” stem height. The flashing has ribs on the bottom to accept butyl type sealant. Fasteners are not included to attach the flashing to the roof. The flashing conforms easily to the different roof profiles assuring a nice weather tight fit. Use in conjunction with stem cover #2007G.

Features and Benefits:

• Compatible with all ARS Series Anchors
• 100% Waterproof Flashing System
• Works on all Metal Roof Systems
• Can be Painted to match Roof Color (latex paint only)

• Device: permanent roof anchor for 1-person fall protection (metal-roof applications)
• Roof/Finish Type: profiled metal roofing; installs with EPDM/aluminum flashing for a watertight penetration
• Structure Attachment: over a wood rafter or truss top chord beneath the metal panel (not to sheet metal alone)
• Material: 11- or 14-gauge 430 stainless steel anchor/stem (some variants Dacromet-coated mild steel)
• Flashing Base: EPDM flashing with vulcanized aluminum strip to form to panel ribs
• Stem Cover: injection-molded plastic weather cap
• Minimum Tensile/Breaking Strength: 5,000 lb (22 kN)
• Maximum User Weight: 340 lb including tools and equipment
• Temperature Rating: −30 °F to 120 °F
• Hardware: 5/16-18 × 2-1/4 in Grade 8 bolt with locknut (use only specified pattern); stainless positioning nails as supplied
• Connector Opening: ~1.0 in diameter (accepts standard locking snap hooks/carabiners)
• Service Zones: fall arrest within ±30° of vertical to the anchor; 360° permitted in restraint where no free-fall exists
• Dimensions (Flashing Base): ~8 in × 10 in
• Dimensions (Installed Height): stem projects ~6–6.5 in above finished roof
• Weight (Kit): ~2.4–3.2 lb (anchor, flashing, stem cover, hardware)
• Panel Compatibility: conforms to many through-fastened and some standing-seam profiles using the EPDM/aluminum flashing; follow the instruction manual for trimming/forming and sealant use
• Placement Guidance: mount directly over structure and as high as practical relative to the work area (often near the ridge) to reduce swing-fall
• Compliance: OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66; ANSI Z359.1-07 and A10.32-2012; CSA Z259.11-05 (for applicable products)
• Inspection/Retirement: inspect before each use and periodically by a competent person; remove from service after any fall event or if deformation, corrosion, elongated holes, or compromised flashing/seals are found

• Q: Where should I install the anchor on a metal roof, and what should it attach to?
  A: Mount the anchor directly over a structural member (rafter or truss) beneath the metal panel—never to sheet metal alone. Place it as high as practical relative to the work area (often near the ridge) and align the tie-off with the expected fall path to reduce swing-fall.
• Q: How do I keep the penetration watertight with profiled panels?
  A: Use the EPDM flashing with the vulcanized aluminum strip. Form it to match the panel ribs per the instructions, apply sealant where specified, torque hardware to spec, and re-inspect after the first significant rain or thermal cycle.
• Q: What systems and connectors are compatible with this anchor?
  A: Connect one ANSI-compliant locking snap hook or carabiner to the anchor’s connector opening and use an energy-absorbing lanyard or SRL, maintaining required fall clearance. Horizontal lifeline or multi-user applications must be specifically engineered and approved by a qualified person.
• Q: What inspection and removal-from-service rules apply?
  A: Inspect before each use and periodically by a competent person. Remove from service after any fall event or if you see deformation, corrosion, elongated holes, loose/damaged fasteners, or compromised flashing/stem cover. Retorque fasteners as specified and keep the flashing sealed and intact.