Installation Guide Important Notes

  1. Exposed fastener structural roof and wall panels, given the correct span and load requirements, can be installed directly over purlins or joists, or direct to deck.
  2. Recommended minimum roof slopes sre noted on the Steel Panel page.
  3. Galvalume panels, or pre painted Galvalume panels, should not be used in Hog Barn applications.
  4. Galvalume material must not come into contact with concrete or pressure treated lumber.
  5. Load Tables contained herein were prepared by Dr R M Schuster P.Eng, Professor Emeritus of Structural Engineering, University of Waterloo, Ontario Canada.
  6. All sealants shown on the details are a recommendation only by Westman Steel. Unless requested prior to ordering, Westman Steel will not supply tape sealant or caulking in quotes or cladding packages.
  7. Types and locations of tape sealant and tube caulking shown on the details are the best recommendation for a proper seal.
  8. All screw types shown on the details are the best suited fastener for each location recommended by Westman Steel.
  9. Screw lengths shown on the details are the standard recommended length. Different length fasteners are available and can be supplied if requested.
  10. All fasteners shown on the details are/can be supplied by Westman Steel.
  11. Panel End Lap details can be supplied but may vary based on actual site conditions.
  12. Hip and Valley details can be supplied but may vary based on actual site conditions. These details are to be used as a guideline only for installation.
  13. Ridge venting will not be assumed to be included in quotes or cladding packages. If venting is required, please notify Westman Steel prior to estimating or ordering.
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