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System Guidelines

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General Notes: The document provides technical data for informational purposes only, with no liability accepted by ISCOM SPA for reliance on this information. Updates are available on their website.
Product Overview: Riverclack® is a 'secret fix' standing seam metal roofing system known for its watertightness, durability, and ease of installation. It features a unique drainage channel and perforation-free locking system.
Key Features: The system is fully waterproof, walkable, quick to install, cost-effective, and highly self-bending. It uses recyclable metals like aluminum, copper, and stainless steel.
Performance Standards: Riverclack® meets various international standards, including ASTM and UL tests for water penetration, air leakage, structural performance, and uplift resistance.
Choice of Metal: Available in aluminum, copper, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and titanium zinc, each offering specific benefits like corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal.
System Components: Includes metal panels with specific dimensions and drainage capabilities, and fixing clips made from thermoplastic material for secure attachment.
Colors and Finishes: Offers a range of finishes, including stucco embossed and anodized aluminum, to enhance building aesthetics.
Loads and Walkability: The system can handle point loads and evenly distributed loads from wind and snow, ensuring structural integrity.
Transport and Handling: Guidelines for packing, transport, handling, and storage are provided to maintain product quality.
Installation: Details on support elements and installation procedures are included, emphasizing the importance of thermal movements and fixed points.
On-Site Production: Features mobile profiling units and curving machines for on-site panel production and customization.
Operation and Maintenance: Regular inspections, cleaning, and maintenance are recommended to ensure long-term performance.
Pre-Oxidized Zinc and Trend Colors: Zinc is pre-oxidized to offer architectural possibilities with modern color combinations. Trend colors include Anthracite Grey, Testa di Moro, Pale Green, and Grey White. Riverclack® 550/Grip 600 has no minimum order and a delivery time of 2-3 weeks, while Riverclack® 500 requires a minimum order of 1800m2 with a delivery time of 5-7 weeks.
High SRI Colors: The Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) measures a material's ability to reflect heat, which is crucial in warmer climates to reduce cooling energy by up to 40%. High SRI colors can contribute to LEED® credits. Riverclack® 550/Grip 600 and Riverclack® 500 both have a minimum order of 1800m2 and a delivery time of 5-7 weeks.
Comparative Coatings Chart: Polyester (PE) coatings are cost-effective with moderate durability, suitable for mild climates. Polyvinylidene Difluoride (PVDF) coatings offer superior UV resistance and color retention, recommended for high solar radiation areas, but are more expensive and less scratch-resistant.
Loads and Walkability: Riverclack® roofs are tested for walkability under a point load of 1.2kN. It is recommended to walk on the flat area of the panel and to install walkways for frequent access. Support spacing varies by material and thickness, with titanium zinc requiring rigid support.
Wind and Snow Loads: Wind action affects building shells variably, requiring careful design consideration. Riverclack® 550 is designed for superior wind suction load resistance. Snow loads must also be considered to prevent structural failures. Load tables provide permissible loads for different Riverclack® models and materials.
Material Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications for various materials used in roofing systems, including pre-painted aluminum, copper, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and titanium zinc. Each material's thickness and corresponding maximum workloads are listed, emphasizing the need for rigid continuous support to ensure proper panel support.
Transport, Handling, and Storage: Riverclack panels are packed with specific guidelines to prevent damage during transportation and handling. Aluminum panels are packed in groups of up to 37, with protective measures like steel profiles and wooden framing. Accessories are packed separately, and specific instructions are provided for overland transportation, including suitable trailers and containers.
Lifting and Handling: Proper lifting and handling techniques are crucial to avoid deformation. Recommendations include using forklifts, cranes, or lifting beams with specific sling distances and overhang limits. Nylon belts are suggested to prevent damage during handling.
Storage Recommendations: Panels should not be placed directly on the ground and should be stored with spacers to prevent water stagnation and oxidation. Proper ventilation is advised to avoid condensation, and stacking should not exceed three elements.
Support Elements and Installation: The document outlines the requirements for support elements like metal purlins, wood purlins, plywood, and Foamglas. It emphasizes the importance of designing structures to withstand predicted stresses and provides guidelines for clip installation and tolerances.
Installation Procedure: The installation of the first panel is critical as it sets the reference for subsequent panels. A six-step process is detailed for securing panels to clips, with emphasis on alignment and fixed points to control thermal movement.
Thermal Movement and Fixed Points: Understanding and controlling thermal movement is essential for long panels. The document provides data on thermal expansion for different materials and stresses the importance of fixed points to manage movement and prevent structural issues.
On-Site Production: When panels are too long for factory production, on-site forming and curving are provided. This reduces the need for multiple deliveries. The roof contractor must prepare the site according to guidelines, ensuring compliance with safety and operational regulations.
Mobile Profiling Units (MPUs) and Curving Machines (CVs): MPUs come in naked or sheltered configurations, while CVs vary based on panel shapes and curving radiuses. Approximate weights and dimensions are provided for transportation considerations.
Ground Preparation: A flat, compact area free from water is required to support the MPU and CV. The roof contractor must verify site access for transporting equipment.
On-Site Loading and Unloading: Requirements vary based on MPU type. Naked MPUs on flatbed trailers need no additional equipment, while others may require cranes and cables.
Work Area: A designated area of 7m by 20m plus panel length is needed for operations. The area must be accessible to machinery and free of water and mud.
Electrical Supply: The MPU requires a 30kW – 380V 50Hz 3-phase power source. The CV requires a 10kW – 380V 50Hz 3-phase power source. The roof contractor ensures adequate power supply.
Coil Handling and Storage: Coils must be kept off the ground and protected from humidity. The roof contractor is responsible for handling and storage.
Staff Requirements: ISCOM provides an operator for the MPU and CV. The roof contractor must supply additional manpower based on panel length and material.
Waste Disposal: The roof contractor is responsible for proper disposal of packaging and waste.
Operation and Maintenance: Regular inspections and maintenance are crucial for safety and functionality. Cleaning involves removing debris and treating mold if necessary. Maintenance includes addressing corrosion, weak fixings, and sealing defects.
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System Guidelines-1

SHAPING ROOFS SYSTEM GUIDELINES SHAPING ROOFS

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System Guidelines-2

SYSTEM GUIDELINES GENERAL NOTES The technical data provided in this communication is for information purposes only. You can download the last release from our website: www.riverclack.com. ISCOM SPA provides this information based on its experience and knowledge and accepts no liability for any loss, damage, costs or expense incurred in relation to or arising from any person relying on the suggestions and information rendered. All information issued by ISCOM SPA is subject to continuous development without notification. The information/details contained in this communication are correct at the...

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Unrivaled water tightness 06 Performance standards / Tests & Certifications 07 Metal linear expansion coefficients 09 Non-coated material finishes / the finishing touch 14 Riverclack color coatings 15 Walkability: dealing with point loads 20 Evenly distributed negative loads: wind 22 Evenly distributed positive loads: snow 25 TRANSPORT / HANDLING AND STORAGE 28 THERMAL MOVEMENTS AND FIXED POINTS 39 Features of the Mobile Profiling Units (MPUs) and Curving Machines (CVs) 43 On-site profiling of tapered panels 48 SHAPING ROOFS

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Riverclack® is a “secret fix” standing seam metal roofing system that has proven itself in the most challenging climatic conditions across the globe. The metal panels can be roll formed on-site to any length, removing the need for end laps on long slopes. The joint between two adjacent panels features FULLY WATERPROOF Thanks to its unique gasket-free drainage joint, the roof system is watertight even when completely submerged in water. Installation is quick and easy and there is no need for pre-assembly of the clips. PERFORATION / FREE LOCKING SYSTEM COST / EFFECTIVE The Riverclack®...

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UNRIVALED WATER TIGHTNESS The high-tensile side lap prevents any easy water penetration into the joint and, even if this should happen, the drainage channel captures the water and runs it away into the gutter, eliminating the risk of leakage into the building. Riverclack® has been designed to be watertight even when completely submerged in water. The secret fix locking system prevents any penetrative fixing of the panels, but the features that really set the Riverclack® system apart from the competition are the high-tensile, anti-capillary conical joint side lap and the drainage channel (Riverclack®...

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CHOICE OF METAL Riverclack® is available in a wide range of metals. Besides the superior 5754 aluminum alloy (guaranteed to deliver unrivaled performance in terms of corrosion resistance, mechanical strength and cost effectiveness), Riverclack® is also available in copper, stainless steel and titanium zinc. METAL LINEAR EXPANSION COEFFICIENTS When an object is heated or cooled, its length changes in proportion to the original length and change in temperature. The key factor for a Riverclack® panel is linear thermal expansion, which is dependent on the linear expansion coefficient of the metal used...

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS METAL PANELS PANEL WIDTHS WIDTH (MM) SITE ROLL / FORMING MACHINE / CURVING DRAINAGE / CHANNEL MINIMUM / ROOF PITCH Custom widths are possible, with or without a drainage channel, allowing for maximum freedom of design. The patented design of Riverclack® 500 and Riverclack® 550 panels, including their unique drainage channel, guarantees that the system is waterproof, even when completely submerged in water, without any risk of leakage into the building. This means that the system can be used, after steelwork deflection at panel ends, with roof pitches as low as 0.5% if the pitch...

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The fastening of Riverclack panels to the underlying metal structure is carried out by means of special clips made from thermoplastic material. The clips are fixed to the underlying structure with two screws and the Riverclack® panels are simply pressed into the clips. A series of clips are available to ensure optimal performance under any circumstances. CLIP OPTIONS STANDARD CLIP ENHANCED SMOOTHNESS CLIP CLIP FOR SPECIAL APPLICATIONS Glass fiber reinforced technical polymer. Technical polymer – low friction – no “stick-slip” motions. Reduced friction coefficient polymer. Dimensions: 105 x 50 x...

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NON-COATED MATERIAL FINISHES / THE FINISHING TOUCH RIVERCLACK COLOR COATINGS Depending on the metal you’re using, Riverclack® can offer a range of finishes to enhance the visual character of your building. STUCCO EMBOSSED ALUMINUM Embossing is a unique stucco pattern that, besides its aesthetic qualities, helps reduce glare – an important issue with airports or buildings near busy roads. TREND COLORS Riverclack® 550 / Grip 600 Minimum order: none Delivery time*: 2-3 week WHITE ALUMINUM / SILVER MET RAL 9006 Minimum order: 1800m2 Delivery time*: 5-7 weeks ANODIZED ALUMINUM Aluminum anodizing provides...

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HIGH SRI COLORS: FOR A COOLER ROOF The SRI (Solar Reflectance Index) measures a material’s ability to reflect heat. In warmer climates especially, SRI coatings help cool the roof and reduce the UHI (Urban Heat Island) effect. As part of a total system design, a cool metal roof can be an economical method to obtain better energy efficiency (more reflective roofs can save up to 40% in cooling energy). High-rating SRI colors can also contribute to LEED® credits for your building. EXCEL COLORS COOL COLORS Minimum order: 1800m2 Delivery time*: 5-7 weeks Minimum order: 1800m2 Delivery time*: 5-7 weeks...

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Though white or light colors remain the most reflective, we can achieve relatively high SRI values even in dark colors, by using special pigments. The following table shows the SRI values for the Riverclack® Color Coatings range, plus some additional high SRI color options. A standard polyester coating has an average thickness of about 20-25 microns. It provides a reasonable resistance to UV rays and a moderate durability if exposed to particularly aggressive atmospheric agents. Polyester coatings deliver good value for money and are recommended for regions with mild, dry climates. deposit up...

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