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ALPINE SNOWGUARDS
A Division of Vermont Slate & Copper Services, Inc.
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#25 Snowguard Specification Sheet
PART 1- GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. WORK INCLUDES
1. #25 Snowguard that attaches directly to the roof deck.
2. Provide appropriate snowguard and fasteners for the roof system.
B. RELATED SECTIONS
1. Section 07600: Flashing and Sheet Metal.
2. Section 073 10: Shingles.
3. Section 07320: Roofing Tiles.
4. Division 7: Thermal and Moisture Protection.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. COMPONENTS:
1. #25 Snowguard system consists of:
a. Snowguard block and flag assembly.
b. Base plate with
2. Aluminum tubing.
3. Threaded Couplings.
4. Threaded End Plugs.
5. Ice Flags.
6. End Collars.
7. Fasteners
a. To be of metal compatible with snowguards.
b. To be # 14 screws and at least 2" long.
c. Fasteners should be selected for compatibility with the roof deck.
a. Fastener strength should exceed or be equal to that of the snowguard
system.
B. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS:
1. Horizontal spacing not to exceed 48".
2. Vertical spacing not to exceed 15'.
3. Minimum 4 fasteners per snowguard.
4. It is important to design new structures or assess existing structures
to make sure that they can withstand retained snow loads.
1.3 SUBMITTAL - Submit manufacturer's specifications, standard
detail drawings and installation instructions.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE - Installer to be experienced in the
installation of specified roofing material and snowguards for not less than
5 years in the area of the project.
1.5 DELIVERY / STORAGE / HANDLING - Inspect material upon delivery
and order replacements for any missing or defective items. Keep material dry,
covered and off the ground until installed.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURER
A. Snowguards by Vermont Slate & Copper Services Inc., P.O.
Box 430, Stowe, VT (888) 766-4273.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. Snowguard Block and Flag are extruded and milled 6061-T6
Aluminum
B. Base Plate is 1/8" thick 302 Stainless Steel.
C. Tubing is 6005-T5, I" outside diameter and 1/8" wall
thickness extruded Aluminum.
D. Threaded Couplings are 6061-T6 Aluminum 5" long.
E. Threaded End Plugs are 606 1 -T6 Aluminum 2 1/2"
long.
F. Ice Flags are 6061-T6 Aluminum 3" x 7".
G. End Collars are
H. Fasteners are 18-8 Stainless Steel.
2.3 FINISH - All materials provided mill finish.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Substrate: Inspect roof system to be properly attached
and installed to withstand additional loading incurred. Notify General Contractor
of any deficiencies before installing Alpine SnowGuards.
3.2 - INSTALLATION
A. Comply with architectural drawings for location and with
Manufacturer's instructions for installation.
