ManSafe

for Standing Seam Roofing

Plan Diagrams, Components and
Roofing Manufacturers

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 ManSafe for Standing Seam Roofs:
Component and Plan Detail

1 Standard end set;

a two CF posts (1 x 1a & 1b)
b eight split clamps
c two D rings and fixings
d swageless terminal to yoke and
swageless tensioning device
NB: Alternative end set available for systems
requiring tension adjustment at both ends (2 x 1a).

2 Intermediate set;
a one intermediate CF post
b four split clamps
c one D ring, hanger and fixings

3 90° Corner set;

a one CF post
b four split clamps
c one corner bracket and fixings

4 Variable set;
a one CF post
b four split clamps
c one variable bracket and fixings

5 Transfastener;
ordered for individual users

6 Cable;
ordered in metre lengths

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 The following base plate dimensions cover the seam frequencies listed:
365 x 460 mm / 396 x 560 mm

245 mm 150 mm

50 mm

Split clamp position adjustable up to 5 mm

Fixing Details for Seam Frequencies of;

300, 305, 333, 400 and 500

245 mm

6,000 – 10,000 mm 6,000 – 10,000 mm

8°

Variable bracket cresting ridge on pitched roof

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E C
A
B B
B B
D C
A B
End Anchor Variable Corner
Example Specification for
Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
Manufacturer & Reference:
Latchways plc, Hopton Park, Devizes,
Wiltshire SN10 2JP
Tel: +44 (0) 1380 732700
Fax: +44 (0) 1380 732701
Email: info@latchways.com
Web: www.latchways.com
N25/210 Guided Type Fall Arrest System:
Latchways ManSafe for Standing Seam
Roofing, using Constant Force posts.
System Requirements:
Category B1 system, fall restraint
(approved and tested for fall arrest)
system to be used for building
maintenance operations by basic
trained personnel using standard PPE.
System located 2 m from roof edge to
provide safe access on roof top for
2 users, for gutter cleaning twice
yearly, accessed via roof hatch.
Overall System Length:
105 m
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40 Metres
C C C D
Roofing plan
20 Metres
RIDGE
C C C D
C D E
Intermediate Anchor Corner Bracket End Anchor
Anchorage Device: The anchorage points must limit the
To be Latchways ManSafe horizontal load to a constant force of 10 kN in the
7x7 316S Stainless steel cable, event of a fall and absorb the energy
conforming to BS MA 29. integrally. The body of the anchorage
is to deploy in the event of a fall pulling
Anchorage Points: the fixings in sheer and preventing
damage to the roof system. The posts
Latchways Constant Force posts
must be weatherproofed and approved
for Kalzip 305 roofing. Top fixed to
the seams of the panel using 4 split in writing by the roofing manufacturer
clamps per post. for use on their systems.
The entire system must be CE marked
System to consist of:
and hold an EC Declaration of Conformity
1 x End Anchor set:
in accordance to EN795. The system
Part Number: 84001-00 (A&E)
must be manufactured under ISO9002
8 x Intermediate set: quality procedures.
Part Number: 84002-00 (C)
Installation must only be carried out
3 x 90° Corner set: by contractors trained and approved
Part Number: 84003-00 (D) by Latchways.
4 x Variable set: NB:
Part Number: 84004-00 (B) The above is an example of a system
2 x Transfastener: specification and the highlighted text
Part Number: 85085-00 would be unique to each system design.
107 m 7x7 Cable:
Part Number: 00900-00
 Key Facts: For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
Alumasc has a unique and
services contact Latchways on
comprehensive portfolio of
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
roofing product systems, which
encompass the full range of materials Technical Considerations:
and components required for a
Armaseam is a standing seam metal
complete standing seam roof system.
roofing system based on the tried and
Coverage: tested principle of zip-up roofing. The
panels are roll formed from continuous
Alumasc supply building products
strip coil to any required length, and
throughout the UK and Europe.
then mechanically seamed together
Installation & Training: onto secret-fix halters. The result is an
integral roof covering that has no joints
Only Latchways trained personnel
or end laps and which is quick to
are permitted to install the Constant
install. Available in aluminium, copper,
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
stainless steel, coated steel and zinc
Following installation, Latchways will
materials in standard widths
arrange for the system to be tested,
of 300 mm and 400 mm.
certified and tagged prior to use.
Should you require a system on the
Familiarisation training for the
AS 300/65 zinc/copper, or AS 400/65
building owner is available, as is an
zinc/copper roof profiles, please
annual inspection programme, thus
contact Latchways technical department
ensuring that the system is correctly
on +44 (0) 1380 732700.
maintained and complies with
European safety standards.

Specification details for Alumasc

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
AS 300/65 and AS 400/65

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
300 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
400 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).

Cover width†

Overall depth

Profiles & widths:

Overall Cover Panel name
depth width Address details:
Alumasc Exterior Building Products Ltd,
65 300 AS 300/65
White House Works, Bold Road,
65 400 AS 400/65 Sutton, St Helens,
Merseyside WA9 4JG
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information. Tel: +44 (0) 1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0) 1744 648401
E-mail: info@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Website: www.alumasc-exteriors.co.uk

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 Key Facts:
Ash & Lacy, best known for the Ashgrid
cladding spacer bar system, now
produce a standing seam roof panel.
The Ashzip external panel is available
in tapered sheets and curved forms
providing their customers with a
comprehensive range of building
products, which also include; Ashfab
specialist fabrications, Ashfix fasteners
and accessories, Ashjack pitched roof
supporting structures and the Ashtech
rainscreen cladding range.
Coverage:
Ash and Lacy Building Systems Ltd is a
subsidiary of Hill and Smith Holdings
plc who were established in 1824, with
three offices they are able to supply
their products throughout the UK.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel
are permitted to install the Constant
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is an
annual inspection programme, thus
ensuring that the system is correctly
maintained and complies with
European safety standards.
For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
services contact Latchways on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
Technical Considerations:
Ashzip is a standing seam metal roofing
system based on the tried and tested
principle of zip-up roofing. The panels
are roll formed from continuous strip
coil to any required length, and then
mechanically seamed together onto
secret-fix halters. The result is an
integral roof covering that has no joints
or end laps and which is quick to install.
Available in aluminium with a stucco mill
finish, copper, stainless steel, coated
steel and zinc materials in standard
widths of 300 mm and 400 mm.
Should you require a system on
copper and zinc Ashzip profiles,
please contact Latchways technical
department on +44 (0) 1380 732700.

Specification details for Ash & Lacy

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
Ashzip

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
300 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
400 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details). Address details:
Cover width† Headquarters
Ash & Lacy Building Systems Ltd,
Bromford Lane, West Bromwich,
West Midlands W70 7JJ
Overall depth Tel: +44 (0) 121 525 1444
Fax: +44 (0) 121 524 8435
Ash & Lacy Building Systems Ltd,
Unit 8c, Kingston House Estate,
Portsmouth Road,
Kingston Upon Thames
Profiles & widths: Surbiton, Surrey KT6 5QG
Tel: +44 (0) 20 8335 2600
Overall Cover Panel name
Fax: +44 (0) 20 8335 2666
depth width
Ash & Lacy Building Systems Ltd,
65 300 AS 300/65
Unit 4a, Albion Trading Estate,
65 400 AS 400/65 South Street, Whiteinch,
Glasgow G14 0AR
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information. Tel: +44 (0) 141 950 6040
Fax: +44 (0) 141 950 6080
E-mail: enquiry@ashandlacybp.co,uk
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Website: www.ashandlacybp.co.uk

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 Key Facts:
CA Building Products offer a
comprehensive range of products and
services, in particular the MR-24™
watertight standing seam roof.
Coverage:
CA Building Products has a 20-year
history in the UK and produce
MR2-24 in partnership with
American Fortune-500 listed Butler
Manufacturing Corporation.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel
are permitted to install the Constant
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is an
annual inspection programme, thus
ensuring that the system is correctly
maintained and complies with
European safety standards.
For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
services contact Latchways on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
Technical Considerations:
The principle of the system relies on
letting the roof move under thermal
expansion and contraction without
detriment to performance. The
tab-centering device on each clip
ensures the seam tabs are always
correctly aligned to allow the roof
to act as a single continuous floating
membrane, with no adverse effect
on the weather tightness of the
building project.
Should you require a system
on the MR-24™ (steel) roof profile,
please contact Latchways technical
department on +44 (0) 1380 732700.
For information regarding CA Building
Products built up on site roofing
profiles, please refer to section 4.

Specification details for CA Building Products

Standing Seam Roofing System:
MR-24™ (Aluminium)

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
600 87001-00 87002-00 87003-00 87004-00 87005-00 87006-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).

Cover width†

Overall depth

Profiles & widths:

Address details:
Overall Cover Panel name CA Building Products,
depth width MR24 Division,
80 600 MR-24™ 1 The Parade, Lodge Drive,
Culcheth, Warrington,
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at Cheshire WA3 4ES
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information.
Tel: +44 (0) 1925 764335
Fax: +44 (0) 1925 763445
E-mail: marketing@cagroup.ltd.uk
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Website: www.cagroup.ltd.uk

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 ‡
THE KALZIP® 429 CONSTANT
FORCE POST IS MANUFACTURED
TO ORDER, PLEASE CONTACT
LATCHWAYS FOR FURTHER DETAILS.

Specification details for Kalzip®

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
Kalzip®300, Kalzip®305, Kalzip®333, Kalzip®400, Kalzip®429 and Kalzip®500
Cover width†

Overall depth

Profiles & widths:

Overall Cover Panel name
depth width
65 300 Kalzip® 65/300
65 305 Kalzip® 65/305
50/65 333 Kalzip® 50/333/Kalzip® 65/333 Address details:
Scottish Regional Office
65 400 Kalzip 65/400
®
Glenbervie Business Centre,
50 429 Kalzip® 50/429 (Made to order)‡ Glenbervie Business Park,
65 500 Kalzip® 65/500 Larbert FK5 4RB
Tel: +44 (0) 845 300 3113
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at
Fax: +44 (0) 845 300 3145
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information.
Irish Regional Office
Leeson Court, 88 Lower Leeson Street,
Dublin 2, Ireland
Tel: +353 (1) 631 0600
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Fax: +353 (1) 676 5413

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 Key Facts:
Kalzip has a number of standing seam
roof profiles, which can be used in a
vast range of applications, from
unusual aesthetically-led designs, to
functional industrial buildings.
Coverage:
Kalzip has more than 35 years
experience in the building products
sector with over 65 million sq metres
of aluminium standing seam installed
worldwide.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel are
permitted to install the Constant Force
post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is an
annual inspection programme, thus
ensuring that the system is correctly
maintained and complies with
European safety standards.
For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
services contact Latchways on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
Technical Considerations:
The concealed fixing method of the
Kalzip standing seam means the
completed installation forms a smooth,
aesthetically pleasing roof with no
penetrations to the external street
making it totally weatherproof, while the
standing seam facilitates the venting of
any entrapped moisture. Sheets can be
laid eaves-to- eaves or ridge-to-eaves,
provided a minimum pitch of 1.5° is
achieved at the sheet ends.
For further information on the
Constant Force post with other Kalzip
profiles not shown, please contact
Latchways technical department on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.

Specification details for Kalzip®

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
Kalzip®300, Kalzip®305, Kalzip®333, Kalzip®400, Kalzip®429 and Kalzip®500

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
300 84001-00K 84002-00K 84003-00K 84004-00K 84005-00K 84006-00K
305 84001-00K 84002-00K 84003-00K 84004-00K 84005-00K 84006-00K
333 84101-00K 84102-00K 84103-00K 84104-00K 84105-00K 84106-00K
400 84001-00K 84002-00K 84003-00K 84004-00K 84005-00K 84006-00K
429 (Made to order)‡
500 84101-00K 84102-00K 84103-00K 84104-00K 84105-00K 84106-00K Address details:
Corus Building Systems,
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00 Kalzip Divison, Haydock Lane,
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details). Haydock, St Helens,
Merseyside WA11 9TY
Headquarters
Tel: +44 (0) 1942 295500
Fax: +44 (0) 1942 272136
E-mail: kalzip-uk@corusgroup.com
Website: www.kalzip.co.uk
Northern Regional Office
Tel: +44 (0) 1942 295561
Fax: +44 (0) 1942 295560
Southern Regional Office
6 St George Mews,
43 Westminster Bridge Road,
London SE1 7JB
Tel: +44 (0) 870 240 5450
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7928 4165

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 Key Facts:
Euroclad manufacture profiled sheets
in uncoated and coloured coated steel
and aluminium, including curved sheeting,
curved flashing and fabricated details,
liner panels, flashings and accessories
allowing architects or specifiers the
utmost flexibility when considering a
new project.
Coverage:
Euroclad has over 20 years experience
in the UK.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel are
permitted to install the Constant Force
post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is an
annual inspection programme, thus
ensuring that the system is correctly
maintained and complies with European
safety standards.
For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
services contact Latchways on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
Technical Considerations:
EuroSeam is a true standing seam
system, which effectively “zips-up” the
rolled side lap. The EuroSeam product
provides security without detracting
from the Architects requirements for
flexibility in terms of aesthetics. The
EuroSeam system is capable of being
adapted to accommodate the structural,
thermal, or acoustic demands of
almost any project.
Should you require a system on the
Euroclad Trapezoidal roof profile,
please contact Latchways technical
department on +44 (0) 1380 732700.
For information regarding Euroclad
built up on site and SF500 secret fix
roof profiles, please refer to sections 4
and 5 respectively.

Specification details for Euroclad

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
EUROSEAM 300, EUROSEAM 400, and EUROSEAM 500 (Aluminium)

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
300 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
400 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
500 84101-00 84102-00 84103-00 84104-00 84105-00 84106-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).
Cover width†

Overall depth
Address details:
Euroclad Limited,
Wentloog Corporate Park,
Wentloog Road,
Cardiff CF3 2ER
Tel: +44 (0) 2920 790722
Profiles & widths: Fax: +44 (0) 2920 793149
Overall Cover Panel name Euroclad Ireland Ltd,
depth width Unit 4,
75 300 EUROSEAM 300 Newhall Industrial Estate,
Naas,
75 400 EUROSEAM 400
Co. Kildare
75 500 EUROSEAM 500 Tel: +353 (0) 45 435470
Fax: +353 (0) 45 435472
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information. E-mail: sales@euroclad.com
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Website: www.euroclad.com

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 Key Facts:
KeyBEMO® are part of the Bowmer &
Kirkland Group of companies. They
manufacture three cover widths of
standing seam roofing—305 mm,
400 mm and 500 mm, which are
produced in aluminium natural stucco
embossed, aluminium coated PVF2
ARS or polyester, steel coated
plastisol or PVF2, stainless steel,
copper and zinc.
Coverage:
KeyBEMO® has a 27 year history
worldwide with 17 years experience in
the UK and have partners throughout
Europe, America, Middle Ease and
Far East.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel
are permitted to install the Constant
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is an
annual inspection programme, thus
ensuring that the system is correctly
maintained and complies with
European safety standards.
Technical Considerations:
KeyBEMO® profiles 65/305 and 65/400
are classed as self-supporting profiles.
Depending on width and gauge, they can
be used as single-skin roof coverings,
spanning up to 3 m or together with
quilt insulating materials if required.
The KeyBEMO® profile 65/500 is
intended for use as a roof covering
on a fully supported substructure.
Should you require a system on
copper and zinc KeyBEMO® profiles,
please contact Latchways technical
department on +44 (0) 1380 732700.

Specification details for KeyBEMO®

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
KeyBEMO® 65/305, KeyBEMO® 65/400 and KeyBEMO® 65/500

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
305 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
400 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
500 84101-00 84102-00 84103-00 84104-00 84105-00 84106-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).

Cover width†

Overall depth

Address details:
Keybemo,
High Edge Court,
Heage,
Profiles & widths:
Belper,
Overall Cover Panel name Derbyshire DE56 2BW
depth width Tel: +44 (0) 1773 853694
65 305 KeyBEMO® 65/305 Fax: +44 (0) 1773 857599
65 400 KeyBEMO® 65/400 E-mail: keybemo@bandk.co.uk
Website: www.keybemo.co.uk
65 500 KeyBEMO® 65/500
For details of approved installers,
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at ongoing advice and support
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information.
services contact Latchways on
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. +44 (0) 1380 732700.

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 Key Facts:
The Kingzip insulated roof system
complies with Parts L2 and J Building
Regulations, providing designers
and planners with a reliable thermal
weathertight profile. Kingzip can be
used on roof pitches as low as
1.5 degrees and curved roofs over
150 metres radius and is available in a
variety of colours offering a wide choice
of options to suit your project needs.
Coverage:
Kingspan has manufactured and supplied
insulated building products to the
European and International construction
industry for over 25 years.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel
are permitted to install the Constant
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is an
annual inspection programme, thus
ensuring that the system is correctly
maintained and complies with
European safety standards.
For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
services contact Latchways on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
Technical Considerations:
Kingzip panels are available in
pre-coated steel or stucco aluminium
and are manufactured in two cover
widths of 500 mm and 1000 mm with
panel lengths of up to 30 metres.
Kingzip has a guaranteed long term
performance with up to 25 years
to first maintenance and overall life
expectancy of up to 40 years.
Should you require a system on
the KS1000 ZIP, please contact
Latchways technical department on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
For information regarding other
Kingspan composite roof panels,
please refer to section 3.

Specification details for Kingspan

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
KS500 ZIP (Aluminium/Steel)

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
500 84101-00 84102-00 84103-00 84104-00 84105-00 84106-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).

Cover width†

Overall panel depth

Insulation core

Address details:
Kingspan Limited,
Profiles & widths: Greenfield Business Park No 2,
Greenfield, Holywell, Flintshire,
Insulation Overall Cover Panel name Wales CH8 7GJ
core panel depth width
Technical Design Bureau:
45 110 500 KS500 ZIP
Tel: +44 (0)1352 716101
90 155 500 KS500 ZIP Fax: +44 (0)1352 716111

The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at Sales Hotline:
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information.
Tel: +44 (0)1352 716100
Fax: +44 (0)1352 710161

E-mail: info@kingspanpanels.com
† Latchways reference to pitch is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Website: www.kingspanpanels.com

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 Key Facts:
Offering the ultimate in design
flexibility, Rigidal Ziplok is available in
aluminium or steel and can be smooth,
crimped or concave curved, tapered
or ware formed.
Coverage:
Rigidal have over 20 years experience
supplying metal cladding products to the
construction industry. With manufacturing
facilities in the UK and Dubai they
supply products in Europe, the Middle
East, Asia and the Pacific run.
Installation & Training:
Only Latchways trained personnel
are permitted to install the Constant
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested,
certified and tagged prior to use.
Familiarisation training for the building
owner is available, as is an annual
inspection programme, thus ensuring that
the system is correctly maintained and
complies with European safety standards.
Technical Considerations:
Rigidal Ziplok can be manufactured
on-site which allows roofs to be
constructed using very long sheer
lengths. This eliminates the need for any
endlaps and considerably increases the
speed of construction. The side laps are
‘zipped-up’ in conjunction with a unique
halter system that is fixed directly to the
supporting structure without penetrating
the external weather sheet. This method
of secret fixing creates a structurally
sound roof construction that provides
excellent resistance to wind uplift.
Should you require a system on the
Rigidal Thermocore or the Rigidal
Lokroll roof profiles, please contact
Latchways technical department on
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
For information regarding the Rigidal
Trocaldek roof profile, please refer to
section 6.

Specification details for Rigidal

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
Ziplok 300, Ziplok 400 and Ziplok 500

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
300 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
400 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
500 84101-00 84102-00 84103-00 84104-00 84105-00 84106-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).

Cover width†

Overall depth

Address details:
Rigidal Industries Limited,
Unit 62,
Profiles & widths: Blackpole Trading Estate West,
Overall Cover Panel name Worcester WR3 8ZJ
depth width Tel: +44 (0)1905 750500
Fax: +44 (0)1905 750555
65 300 Ziplok 300
E-mail: sales@rigidal.co.uk
65 400 Ziplok 400
Website: www.rigidal-industries.com
65 500 Ziplok 500 For details of approved installers,
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at ongoing advice and support
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information. services contact Latchways on
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. +44 (0) 1380 732700.

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 Key Facts: For details of approved installers,
ongoing advice and support
SpeedDeck Building Systems,
services contact Latchways on
renowned for their Secret Fix roof
+44 (0) 1380 732700.
profiles, have introduced a standing
seam system call SpeedZip, enhancing Technical Considerations:
their already popular range of products.
SpeedZip is made from 0.9 mm
Coverage: aluminium and is available for straight,
convex, concave and waveform roofs
SpeedDeck Building Systems, part
with two cover widths of 305 mm and
of Eleco plc, has been supplying roof
400 mm. The profiles can be manufactured
systems to clients throughout the UK and
at their site in Suffolk in lengths of up
mainland Europe for more than 20 years.
to 40 m. Alternatively, SpeedDeck can
Installation & Training: supply their on-site mobile production
unit with fully trained staff and equipment
Only Latchways trained personnel
to produce any length of profile. The
are permitted to install the Constant
profiles are fully compliant with AD L2
Force post and ManSafe componentry.
and Part J of the new building regulations.
Following installation, Latchways will
arrange for the system to be tested, For information regarding SpeedDeck
certified and tagged prior to use. secret fix profiles, please refer to
section 5.
Familiarisation training for the
building owner is available, as is
an annual inspection programme,
thus ensuring that the system is
correctly maintained and complies
with European safety standards.

Specification details for SpeedZip

Standing Seam Roofing Systems:
SpeedZip® 305 and SpeedZip® 400 (Aluminium)

Cover End anchor Intermediate 90° Corner Variable corner End anchor Pendulum
width post set* post set post set post set post set** post set
305 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
400 84001-00 84002-00 84003-00 84004-00 84005-00 84006-00
Cable order code: 00900-00 Transfastener order code: 85085-00
*Standard end anchor post set with tension adjustment on one end. **For extra long spanning lengths use end
anchor post set with tension adjustment on both ends. (Refer to page 2:2 for details).

Cover width†

Overall depth

Profiles & widths:

Overall Cover Panel name
depth width
65 305 SpeedZip® 305 Address details:
65 400 SpeedZip® 400 SpeedDeck Building Systems Limited
Oaksmere Business Park,
The standard colour of the post is Metallic Silver (Trimate paint K903/560/9). Other colours are available to order at Yaxley, Eye, Suffolk IP23 8BW
additional cost subject to availability and lead time. Contact Latchways technical department for further information.
Tel: +44 (0) 1379 788166
Fax: +44 (0) 1379 788161
E-mail: speeddeck@eleco.com
† Latchways reference to cover width is defined as the width of the fixing points for the Latchways base plate. Website: www.eleco.com/speeddeck

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 ManSafe
for Standing Seam Roofing
The Installation Process

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 1 Locating the post
Loosely assemble 4 split clamps
and drop over the standing seams.
Position roughly where required
to fix the post.
4 Torque check
Tighten the M10 bolts to a typical
torque of 20 Nm. Then finally
tighten the bottom M10 grub
screws within the clamp using
the Allen key until contact is
made with the vertical seam.
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2 Fixing
Locate base plate over clamps
and loosely secure with M10
bolts and washers.
5 End posts
On both end posts a D ring
should be attached using a
single M12 bolt.
It should be tightened to a torque
of typically 20 Nm, ensuring that
the spring washer is flat.
3 Securing clamps
Once you are happy the post is
in the correct position, tighten
just the top M6 cap heads within
the clamps to 10 Nm using the
Allen key supplied by Latchways
(part no: 00900-24).
6 Intermediate posts
On the intermediate post attach
the cable support with an M12 bolt,
tightened to a torque of typically
20 Nm, ensuring that the spring
washer is flat.
Ensure the D ring and hanger
bracket are placed in the
correct orientation for the
cable to pass through.
 7 Corner posts
On the corner post fix a corner
unit with an M12 bolt tightened
to a torque of typically 20 Nm,
so that the spring washer is flat.
Ensure the unit is orientated in
the correct direction for system use.
10 First end post
Attach the swageless terminal to yoke:
Remove the clevis pin and attach
yoke to D ring securing by replacing
the clevis pin.
Fit the split pin and open arms
out fully.
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8 Variable posts
The variable bracket should be bent
using the tube bending tool supplied
by Latchways (part no: 85170).
NB: It is recommended that the variable
bracket should only be bent when the
cable has been threaded through the tube.
Slide the tube bending tool along
the arm of the bracket to the point
where a bend is required and
tighten by twisting the bar on the top.
A maximum angle change of 40° is
achieved on each end of the bracket.
To attach to the post follow the
instructions in point 7.
11 Thread the cable
When all posts and bracketry are
installed, thread the cable through
the support brackets, checking
that it is not twisted and is free
from kinks.
Ensure that the cable is threaded
through all necessary brackets such
as hangers and corner brackets.
9 Fix the swageless
terminal to yoke
Fit the swageless terminal according
to the instructions supplied with
the post.
NB: If tension adjustment is required at
both ends of the system, fit a threaded
swageless termination to line tenser, as
supplied with the alternative end sets.
12 Second end post
Fit the long run line tenser,
turnbuckle and swageless terminal
unit to the D ring, ensuring that there
is the maximum adjustment available
in the turnbuckle.
Fit the split pin and open arms
out fully.
 13 Cut the cable
Remove the cable slack from the
system, mark the position for cutting
and cut the cable to length.
14 Connect the system 15 Tension the system
Remove the swageless terminal from Twist the turnbuckle to tension
the turnbuckle body and attach the the system.
cable as per instructions provided.
When the cable is locked in place,
re-attach to the turnbuckle.

16 Check system tension

The correct pre-tension is acheived
when the disk can be turned freely
with your fingers. If this is not the
case then the system will need to
be adjusted prior to use.
When the correct pre-tension has
been achieved, fit split pins to the
long run line tenser and the
swageless terminal to prevent the
turning of the turnbuckle and also
maintaining system pre-tension.
Always check the tension indicator
before system use.

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