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Standing Seam Roof Clips Best Practices Guide

Most standing seam panel installations require the use of specific fastening techniques to allow for thermal expansion and contraction while also safeguarding against attachment fatigue. This document focuses on clip-attached style standing seam roof systems, and addresses specific details and concerns for proper selection and use of the connection that anchors the roof panel to the roof panel support element.

There are many details that need to be considered when choosing the correct clip to achieve the required design loads and functionality. 

 It is always recommended to consult with the panel manufacturer or design engineer to ensure proper clip selection or recommendations. 

 

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