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ALPINE SNOWGUARDS
A Division of Vermont Slate & Copper Services, Inc.
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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. WORK INCLUDES
1. #80 Snowguard that attaches directly to the roof deck.
2. Provide appropriate snowguard and fasteners for the roof system.
B. RELATED SECTIONS
1. Section 07500: Membrane Roofing
4. Division 7: Thermal and Moisture Protection.
1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. COMPONENTS:
- # 80 Snowguard system consists of:
- Snowguard block and flag assembly.
- Base plate with 2 threaded studs for attaching snowguard
assembly.
- Two nuts.
- Two Neoprene Washers.
- Aluminum tubing.
- Threaded Couplings.
- Threaded End Plugs.
- Ice Flags.
- End Collars.
- Fasteners
- To be of metal compatible with snowguard base plate.
- To be # 14 screws and at least 2" long.
- Fasteners should be selected for compatibility with
the roof deck.
- Fastener strength should exceed or be equal to that
of the snowguard system.
B. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS:
- Horizontal spacing not to exceed 24".
- Vertical spacing not to exceed 15'.
- Minimum 2 fasteners per snowguard.
- 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
- Snowguards by Vermont Slate & Copper Services Inc., P.O.
Box 430, Stowe, VT (888) 766-4273.
2.2 MATERIALS
- Snowguard Block and Flag are extruded and milled 6061-T6
Aluminum
- Base Plate is 3/1611 thick 6063-T52 Aluminum with two
# 14 screw holes.
- Tubing is 6005-T5, I" outside diameter and 1/8" wall thickness
extruded Aluminum.
- Threaded Couplings are 6005-T5 Aluminum 5" long.
- Threaded End Plugs are 6005-T5 Aluminum 2 1/2" long.
- Ice Flags are 6005-T5 Aluminum 3" x 7".
- End Collars
- Fasteners are 18-8 Stainless Steel.
2.3 FINISH - All materials provided mill
finish.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
- 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
- Comply with architectural drawings for location and with
Manufacturer's instructions for installation.
Mail
To:
P.O. Box 430
Stowe, VT 05672-0430 |
Toll Free Phone 1.888.766.4273
Toll Free Fax 888.766.9994
www.alpinesnowguards.com
Email: info@alpinesnowguards.com
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Ship To:
525 Sterling Valley Rd.
Morrisville, VT 05661
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