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EasySeam Roof System

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EasySeam Flat Profile

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Fully supported metal standing seam roof system.

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Application

Fully supported metal standing seam roof covering that's suitable for a wide range of new build and refurbishment applications:-

  • Residential
  • Commercial
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Leisure


Can be used for warm and cold roof constructions


Suitable for roof pitches above 5° and above.


Can be integrated with renewable technologies including Photovoltaic solutions


Compatible with rainwater harvesting systems



Description

EasySeam Standing Seam Roof System offers a contemporary, robust, high-quality solution. It uses a metal standing seam profile to offer a durable solution that’s quick and easy to install.


Offered as a complete kit of parts, EasySeam Roof System includes breather membrane, ridge, eaves and verge flashings, fixings and sealant, ensuring you get the very best aesthetics and quality for your whole roof.


Full list of downloads including DWG details is available here


Features and benefits:

  • Engineered system that is manufactured to order, reducing on site waste.
  • Four different EasySeam profiles, each with a 25 mm high seam.
  • Available in a choice of pre-finished steel options and colours depending on application; Tata Steel Colorcoat Colorcoat Prisma and HPS200 Ultra and SSAB Greencoat Pural BT.
  • Suitable for roof pitches 5° and above.
  • Available in 300 and 500 mm widths.
  • Up to 8 m lengths available.
  • Snap and lock system enables quick and easy installation.
  • Notches and tabs at both ends of the profile allow the seam to be sealed from the elements.
  • Profiles can be laid firmly onto 18 mm Oriented Strand Board (OSB)3 on top of a breathable membrane, with no requirement for additional brackets.
  • Fixings are hidden by the adjacent profile, delivering a stylish and sleek appearance that is typical of a standing seam roof.
  • Seven times lighter than roof tiles, improving site handleability and reducing final roof weight.
  • Suitable for integration with renewable technologies including Photovoltaics.
  • Compatible with rainwater harvesting systems.
  • Can achieve A1 fire rating when supported by a galvanized steel deck and a suitable non combustible A1 rated insulation and build-up.
  • Tested by the Building Research Establishment (BRE) to achieve Broof(T4) fire test to BS EN 13501-5.
  • CE marked to EN 14783.
  • A sound reduction level of RW - 45 dB can be achieved by the system.
  • Matching soffits and facias available.
  • Fit and forget system.


Integration with renewables:

Vertix EasySeam Roof System has been designed to accommodate a number of different Photovoltaic solutions.


Compatible with rainwater harvesting systems:

Vertix EasySeam Roof System can be used for rainwater collection for non-potable uses such as irrigation, toilet flushing and cleaning. This can help to promote sustainable water management practices and contribute towards conserving of fresh water sources.


System performance:

  • Design life/ durability: in excess of 40 years.
  • Fire performance: BroofT4.
  • Acoustic performance: buildups achieving sound reduction of RW -45 Db.
  • Thermal performance: buildups achieving performance down to 0.11 U value.
  • Avoidance of condensation: cold and warm roof buildups with condensation risk assessment available.
  • Water penetration: steel is non permeable.
  • Guarantee available: Confidex Home (25 years) and Confidex (up to 40 years).
  • Verification of compliance with design, performance and quality requirements: KIWA pending, ISO 9001 pending.

General information

Color

Black

Grey

Other

Copper

Blue

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Finish

Pre-treated

Coated

Material

Steel

Shape

Other

Length

Bespoke

Width

300 mm

500 mm

Height

25 mm

Warranty description

25 year

Uniclass

Ss_30_40_50_13 Carbon steel sheet fully supported roof covering systemsPrimary

Specification data - Carbon steel sheet fully supported roof covering systems

Width

300 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Narrower width uses 50% more fixings and is particularly suited to exposed areas and to help minimize drumming.

500 mm.

Material

OSB3 18 mm.

Primary fasteners

Wood screws with 30 mm penetration into rafter.

End and side laps

2 mm gap between boards for thermal expansion.

Spacers

N/A.

Air and vapour control layer

Permavent Envirotect AVCL 150 Reflect. Vapour barrier overlapped as per manufacturer's instructions.

Air and vapour control layer fixing

Staples.

Acoustic insulation

As part of thermal insulation.

Material

Protect Zytec permeable underlay.

Thermal insulation

-

Manufacturer guidance

Consult the supporting document 'Vertix EasySeam Roof Systems Typical Insulation Build ups' for details as this is dependent on different factors- warm and cold roof, 0.11 and 0.15 U values.

Cavity fire barriers

Separating walls need to be detailed correctly to the underside of the supporting board for roof.

Material

Tata Steel Colorcoat Prisma- 65 micron polyurethane paint, 10 micron polyester backing coat with Galvalloy (ZA255) coating and S280 carbon steel substrate. 0.675 mm gauge.

Guidance for specification option:

Achieves A1 fire performance EN 13501-1. Available with Confidex Home (25 years) or Confidex (up to 40 years).


Utilizes cutting edge three layer manufacturing technology to create a chrome free pre-finished steel product with enhanced aesthetics and long term performance and durability. All colours surpass requirements of Ruv5 as per

EN 10169, providing outstanding colour retention.


Available from Vertix Systems in Standard Gloss Anthracite, with other colours from the standard range available on request.

SSAB Greencoat Pural BT 50 micron polyurethane paint, 12 micron polyester backing coat with galvanized (Z275) coating and S280 carbon steel substrate. 0.67 mm gauge.

Guidance for specification option:

Achieves A1 fire performance EN 13501-1:2018 25 year performance guarantee.


GreenCoat pre-finished steels are the sustainable solution for durable roofs, facades and rainwater systems. Colours and appearance are inspired by Nordic nature and products are optimized for weathering.


Swedish rapeseed oil to help substantially lower the environmental footprint of a building and is chromate free. GreenCoat Pural BT has been developed specifically for standing seam systems and offers excellent durability, UV

resistance (Ruv5 for matts) and a slightly structured surface. It comes with a 25 year Aesthetic Guarantee and 50 year technical performance guarantee. There are limitations to the guarantee for coastal locations and SSAB

would want to check the saline level of the sea water in specific locations. They may then modify the guarantee length they can offer on that basis.


Available from Vertix Systems in Matts: Slate Grey, Stone Grey and Nordic Black. Other colours from the standard colour card are available on request.

Manufacturer guidance

Various colour/ finish options are available, consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements.

Primary fasteners

Ringpin nail Z-FRP40W3 38 x 3.8 mm.

External sheets

Manufacturer's Colour matched 4.8 mm multi grip aluminium rivets.

Stainless steel shank Low profile colour matched bi metallic self drilling fasteners JT3 FR 2H 6.3 standard.

Manufacturer guidance

Secondary fasteners:

End and side laps

Open and close welts on the flashings depending on face or secret fix.

Material

150 x 40 mm.

250 x 40 mm.

350 x 40 mm.

450 x 40 mm.

550 x 40 mm.

Manufacturer guidance

Facias are manufactured to order by Vertix Systems to match the material and colour chosen for the EasySeam Roof System and at a maximum width of 250 mm.


Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements.

Joint sealant

Sika 11FC Black, Grey or White.

Support

18 mm OSB3 board to rafter ends. Breather membrane: Vapour barrier overlapped as per manufacturer's instructions.

Fasteners

Manufacturer's Colour matched 4.8 mm multi grip aluminium rivets.

Stainless steel shank Low profile colour matched bi metallic self drilling fasteners JT3 FR 2H 6.3 standard.

Ring shank nail 38 x 3.8 mm 993840-SC2.

Jointing

40 mm corner flashing, 150 mm butt strap, same material as standing seam profile.

Material

Flat.

Square edge.

Plank.

Manufacturer guidance

Soffit Boards are manufactured to order by Vertix Systems to match the material and colour chosen for the EasySeam Roof 150–350 mm Planks can be combined to cover larger depth areas. Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements.

Support

25 mm wood batten at 600 mm maximum centres Underside rafters 18 mm OSB3 board. Breather membrane: Vapour barrier overlapped as per manufacturer's instructions.

Guidance for specification option:

Available in widths between 0–350 mm. Insert requirement.

Fasteners

Manufacturer's Colour matched 4.8 mm multi grip aluminium rivets.

Stainless steel shank Low profile colour matched bi metallic self drilling fasteners JT3 FR 2H 6.3 standard.

Ring shank nail 38 x 3.8 mm 993840-SC2.

Jointing

Soffit gripper, soffit joining gripper, 150 mm butt strap.

Gutters

Colour matched 140 mm (0.6 mm) pre-coated galvanised steel rectangular gutter.

Colour matched 100 mm (0.6 mm) pre-coated galvanised steel round gutter.

1.2 mm DX51 steel with a 1.2 mm Unique Textured anti slip emboss laminate with internal colour RAL 7012.

Support

External gutter:- External bracket to Manufacturers specification. Fixed to fascia board/18 mm OSB3.
Hidden/ Internal gutter:- OSB3 18 mm formed to suit.

Fasteners

Wood screw for external gutter.

Jointing

External gutter- gutter joint with internal EPDM seal.
Hidden/ Internal gutter: 150 mm butt straps and hot air weldable jointing tape.

Glazing

-

Manufacturer guidance

15 degree pitch or above roof light with proprietary manufacturer's flashing kit, From 5 to 15 degrees pitch lantern type roof light with square penetration flashing kit.


Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements

System accessories

Mono ridge capping.

Duo ridge capping.

Top abutment flashing.

Apron flashing Side abutment flashing.

Verge flashing.

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Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of material origin

Europe

Country of product manufacture

United Kingdom

Material

Steel

Manufacturing plant location

Embodied carbon

A1-A3 (production stage) as defined in BS EN 15804

18 kg CO₂ eq/m²

Recyclability

100% recyclable.

Recycled content

As defined in clause 7.8 of BS EN ISO 14021

17 %

Expected Life

40 year

Third party certifications

BIM objects

BOS

NBS BIM Object Standard

This BIM object has been authored to meet the requirements of the NBS BIM Object Standard.

Find out more about the NBS BIM Object Standard.

Platform Compatible Version
Revit
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1

IFC
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1

Third party certifications

BRE Certificate

BRE Certificate

BRE Broof (T4) Test Certificate for Vertix systems EasySeam® Flat Roof Application

BRE Certificate

BRE Certificate

BRE Broof (T4) Test Certificate for Vertix systems EasySeam® Sloping Roof Application

EPD

EPD

SSAB GreenCoat EPD

ISO 14025

ISO 14025

Tata Steel Colorcoat HPS200 Ultra EPD

ISO 14025

ISO 14025

Tata Steel Colorcoat Prisma EPD

Literature

EasySeam Roof Details pack

EasySeam Roof Details pack

EasySeam Roof System Installation Guide

EasySeam Roof System Installation Guide

EasySeam Roof System Technical Guide

EasySeam Roof System Technical Guide

Vertix EasySeam Roof and Wall Systems Brochure

Vertix EasySeam Roof and Wall Systems Brochure

Vertix EasySeam Narrow Rib Profile Datasheet

Vertix EasySeam Narrow Rib Profile Datasheet

Vertix EasySeam System Flat Profile Data Sheet

Vertix EasySeam System Flat Profile Data Sheet

Vertix EasySeam System Single Pencil Profile Data Sheet

Vertix EasySeam System Single Pencil Profile Data Sheet

Vertix EasySeam System Wide Rib Profile Data Sheet

Vertix EasySeam System Wide Rib Profile Data Sheet

Vertix EasySeam Roof System Typical Insulation Build ups

Vertix EasySeam Roof System Typical Insulation Build ups

Vertix Systems EasySeam Profiles Declaration of Performance.pdf

Vertix Systems EasySeam Profiles Declaration of Performance.pdf

Case studies

Chester residential refurbishment

Chester residential refurbishment