Inclined Roof System Trimoterm SNV

Technical Document No. 35 / Version 3 / July 2006

CONTENT
1.0 Technical Description of Roof System Trimoterm SNV [1]

1.1 General [1]

1.2 Panel profile [1]

1.3 Panel composition [1]

1.4 Technical data [1]
1.4.1 Basic technical data [1]
1.4.2 Coatings [2]
2.0 Design Procedure [3]

2.1 Panel thickness selection [3]

2.2 Structural design data [3]

2.3 Fixing method [4]

2.4 Snow guards [4]
2.4.1 General [4]
2.4.2 Snow guards arrangement and fixing [4]

2.5 Lightning rods [6]
3.0 Assembly Instructions [6]

3.1 Installation recommendations [6]

3.2 Sealing [9]
3.2.1 Sealing the longitudinal joint between panels [9]
3.2.2 Assurance of roof water-tightness [10]
3.2.3 Water vapour diffusion [11]

3.3 Panel fixing [12]

3.4 Lifting methods [13]

3.5 Installation details [14]
3.5.1 Roof extension detail [14]
3.5.2 Ridge detail [15]
3.5.3 External gutter detail [16]
3.5.4 Valley gutter detail [17]
3.5.5 Snow guard detail [18]
3.5.6 Lightning rods detail [19]
4.0 Packing, Transport and Storage [20]

4.1 Packing [20]

4.2 Transport [20]

4.3 Storage [21]
5.0 Maintenance [21]

5.1 Annual checking of a roof [21]

5.2 General recommendations [21]

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1.0 Technical Description of Roof System Trimoterm SNV

1.1

General
Trimoterm SNV roof panels in a standard module width of 1000 mm represent basic Trimo roof system. They are
fixed on roof purlins that are placed over the roof slope at specified spans.
The SNV roof system offers excellent technical properties, a long life span and allows creative design freedom.
The assembly system using Trimoterm fire-proof panels excels in high fire-resistance, excellent thermal and
sound insulation. The range of application of SNV roofs is extremely wide. They are suitable for business,
commercial, production buildings, as well as those constructed for representative purposes. Trimoterm SNV
panels can be also used as faades.

1.2

Panel Profile
The top steel sheet is a uniform trapezoid form, but there are three possibilities for the bottom steel sheet:
s-profile - SNVs, smooth - SNVg, v-profile - SNVv.
Fig.1: Possible forms of Trimoterm SNV roof panels
side A

side B

Trapezoid profile

S-profile

Profile Type

Side A

V-profile

Smooth profile

1.3

Side B

Trapezoid
S-profile

V-profile

Smooth profile

Panel Composition
Trimoterm SNV fireproof panels consist of a completely galvanised shallow and deep-profiled, colour coated steel
sheet of 0.5 mm and 0.6 mm thicknesses. The steel sheet is bonded to the panel core which is of incombustible
lamellated class A1 mineral wool (EN 13501-1). All three layers make a solid panel with a thickness ranging
between 60 - 200 mm depending on the required load-bearing capacity, tightness and assembly requirements.
A protective polyethylene foil is applied to the panel surface to protect it during handling, transport and assembly.
The foil is removed after the assembly has been completed.
Panels can be up to 14 m long.

1.4 Technical Data

1.4.1 Basic Technical Data
Table1: Technical data for Trimoterm SNV roof panels
Tehnical Data SNV

SNV 60

Panel thickness (mm)

Weight SNV (kg/m2)

Fe 0.6 / Fe 0.6

U Thermal conductivity (W/m2K) [EN ISO 10211-2]

SNV 80

Cover width (mm)

Panel length (m)

SNV 150

SNV 200

60

80

100

120

150

200

21.3

23.7

26.1

29.7

35.7

0.60

Combustibility of insulant core [acc to EN13501-1]

Min. roof slope

SNV 120

18.9

Fire-resistance class REI [acc to EN 1365-2, EN 13501-2]*

Rw Sound reduction (dB) [EN ISO 140-3]

SNV100

0.46

0.38

0.32

0.26

0.20

REI 60

REI 90

REI 120

REI 180

Non-combustible, class A1
32

3 with additional sealing

1000
up to 14

* Required control of spans relating to the static system and loading.

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1.4.2 Coatings
Two types of colour coatings are used:
- Polyester based marked as SP standard protection.
- Polyvinylidenfluoride based marked as PVDF (available on request).
First the steel sheet is galvanised with a zinc layer thickness of 275 g (Zn)/m2 (EN 10326, EN 10327). The steel sheet
is coil coated representing painting between cylinders and drying in a furnace at a min. temperature of 200C.
All shades of the RAL scale are possible.
Standard colour shades of Trimoterm SNV panels (valid for protection based on polyester - SP) are:
RAL 9002 grey while, RAL 9006 aluminium white, RAL 8017 Trimo brown, RAL 7035 light grey, RAL 5010
gentian blue, RAL 3009 oxide red.
Steel sheet can be coated using colour on base upon a special request (e.g. on PVC, silicone, polyester, etc.) that
may have other properties.
Per clients request or project requirements coatings such as Plastisol, Corus HPS200, Corus Celestia etc. are also
available.
Table 2: Basic properties of an individual type of protection

TYPE OF CORROSION PROTECTION

SP

SP

PVDF

PVDF+

PUR

PVC(P)

PVC+F

Corrosion classification [DIN 55928-8]

II

III

III

III

III

III

III

Total organic thickness (my) [EN 13523-1]

15

25

25

35

50

175-200

120-200

External EN 10169-2

RC3

RC3

RC4

RC5

RC5

Internal EN 10169-3

CPI2

CPI3

CPI4

CPI5

CPI4

CPI5

C2

***

C3 and C4

***

0 < 10 km from sea

C5 - M

***

10 < 20 km from sea

C4

***

C5 - I

***

Non-corrosive atmosphere
Routine upkeep - normal
Low humidity

Ai1
-40C25C
0% - 40%*

Non-corrosive atmosphere
Routine upkeep - normal
Medium humidity

Ai2
0C25C
40% - 60%*

Non-corrosive atmosphere
Non-intensive cleaning
High humidity

Ai3
0C25C
60% - 80%*

Slightly corrosive atmosphere

Non-intensive cleaning
Humid
(risk of condensation)

Ai4
0C30C
60% - 80%*

Corrosive atmosphere
Intensive cleaning
Very humid (frequent risk of
condensation)

Ai5
0C35C
80% - 90%*

Highly corrosive atmosphere

Highly intensive cleaning
Satureted (permanent risk of
condensation)

Ai6
0C40C
90% - 100%*

+70

+80

+110

+110

+110

+70

+70

Ruv3

Ruv4

Ruv4

Ruv4

Ruv2

Flexibility

Staining resistance

Types of indoor atmosphere /corrosivity category

[EN 10169-3]

Types of outdoor
atmosphere /
corrosivity category
[EN 10169-2]

Corrosion resistance
category **

Rural - normal
Urban and industrial
Martitme

Severe industrial

Temperture resistance (C)

UV resistance category [EN 13523-10]

Note:
suitable without reservations very suitable suitable suitable with reservations/contact Trimo - unsuitable
* Temperature must not fall below condensation point when cleaning. See table for details: Condensation point temperature is shown
at specific ambient temperature and relative humidity. In case of cooling down, working temperature must be 3 C above
condensation point.
** Corrosion categories are defined by climatic conditions of external and internal building environment. Standard external climatic
conditions: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5-M and C5-1. Example: outside atmosphere C3 --> steel sheet of corrosion category RC3 or RC4 is selected.
*** Recommended for use North of 45th parallel latitude and maximum temperature 70 C.

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2.0 Design Procedure

2.1

Panel Thickness Selection

Thickness of Trimoterm SNV panel is determined with respect to the clients request or in accordance with the
legislation. Panel thickness selection has a direct influence on the load-bearing capacity, thermal insulation of the
roof and thermal stability of the structure.

2.2

Structural Design Data

Max. allowed span supports are determined in relation to the selected panel thickness, loads and support
widths.
Spans indicated in the diagrams below should be used only as a guide. Diagrams are valid for steel sheet of 0.6 mm
thickness and limited deflection to less than L/100 for single, double and multi-span static systems.
Full structural design calculation is to be performed by Trimo technical department for each individual project.

Span (m)

Diagram 1: Max. spans allowed for Trimoterm SNV roof panells

Span (m)

Snow loads (kN/m2)

Snow loads (kN/m2)

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2.3 Fixing Method

Structural engineer will determine the required number of screws in accordance with the standards and regulations
of an individual country. A detailed calculation prepared by Trimos technical department is recommended for
each individual building. The principle of screw arrangement relating to the calculated number is shown in Fig. 2.
Fig. 2: Fixing arrangement

1 screw per panel in each purlin

2 screws per panel in each purlin

3 screws per panel in each purlin

4 screws per panel in each purlin

The main factors influencing the fixing calculation are:

- Wind load:
- basic wind load,
- height of building above the ground,
- area on the roof (edge and corner areas are more exposed to wind suction).
- Building type:
- Open, partly open, closed buildings.
Various loads appear on the roof in relation to the factors mentioned and the fixing method should be adjusted to
accommodate them. Fig. 3 shows the characteristic fixing points.
Tables for the calculation of fixing are given in the Appendix to the catalogue.
Fig. 3: Characteristic fixing areas

2.4 Snow Guards

2.4.1 General
Installation of snow guards is recommended for all buildings where sliding of snow may present a danger to
people and property. Legislation in various countries prescribes obligatory installation of snow guards on buildings
with roofs where the inclination is greater than 22 (e.g. Slovenia), but the experience shows that they are actually
needed also on low pitch roofs.
Snow guards of type 330 are placed in a line are used for Trimoterm SNV roof panels. They are made of galvanised
and colour coated steel sheet.

2.4.2 Snow Guards Arrangement and Fixing

As a priority, snow guards arranged in a line are fixed using screws that are intended for fixing panels on purlins.
The fixing method and the basic principle of arrangement are presented in Fig. 4 and 5.
The number of snow guards Ns required and the corresponding number of screws nv required for fixing per panel
width are shown in Table 3.


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Table 3: Number of snow guards and number of screws

Length of a roof slope
Snow
So
(kN/m2)

0,75

1,00

1,25

1,50

2,00

0-6

(6) - 10

(10) - 15

(15) - 20

(20) - 25

(25) - 30

Roof angle

nv

Ns

nv

Ns

nv

Ns

nv

Ns

nv

Ns

nv

Ns

0 - 10

(10) - 20

(20) - 30

0 - 10

(10) - 20

(20) - 30

0 - 10

(10) - 20

(20) - 30

0 - 10

(10) - 20

(20) - 30

0 - 10

(10) - 10

(20) - 30

For roofs of inclination greater than 30 a special calculation to determine snow guard number and screw number
can be prepared by Trimos technical department.
The first snow guard at the eaves should be fixed at the location of the first purlin.
Fig. 4: Principle of snow guard arrangement on a roof slope

Number of screws

Fig. 5: Number of screws per panel width

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2.5 Lightning Rods

From experience and expert opinion, it has been established that steel sheet roofing does not attract lightning
strikes any more than any other roofing types. Despite this fact, standard lightning protection installation is
feasible.
Trimos technical department can provide any other detailed information.
Section 3.5.6 presents two details of the installation of a lightning rod.

3.0 Assembly Instructions

3.1

Installation Recommendations
Trimoterm SNV roof panels can be fixed into roof load-bearing steel, wood or concrete purlins with an intagrated
steel profile of minimal dimensions 60/40/3 (Fig. 6). For fixing into wood, lamelated beams are commonly used.
Where the substructure is made of solid wood, additional steel sheet is required.
Fig. 6: Sub-structure types for fixing Trimoterm SNV panels

Min. roof slope is =3 (~5%). Maximum spans should be taken into account (Fig. 7); it is determined in Trimos
Technical Documentation spans for Trimoterm SNV roof panels. The measures required due to the inclination
are presented in Section 3.2.1.
Fig. 7: Span and inclination of the roof slope

Min. intermediate support width is 60 mm, and at the end support is 40 mm which is determined according to
static calculation (Fig. 8).

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Fig. 8: Minimal support widths

Intermediate support

End support

Before the first panel is placed the substructure geometry should be checked. The first panel is placed in the end
crosswise axis of the building by suitable levelling in the eaves rectangular on the longitudinal axis of the
building.
A dripping edge of at least 80 mm should be made on panels in the eaves to prevent moistening mineral wool in
the panel (Fig. 9). A dripping edge for longer panels is usually made by Trimo. Cleanliness of these edges is to be
checked on-site; if required the rests of wool and adhesive are to be removed.
The dripping edge may be on the left or on the right side (Fig. 10). In case of a saddle roof this enables simultaneous
assembly on both roof slopes from the same direction (Fig. 11).
Regardless of the roof inclination it is necessary to additionally bend the steel sheet of panels between trapezoids
in the eaves at an angle of 45 - 60 downwards (Fig. 12) using a suitable plumbing tool.
Fig. 9: Dripping edge of a panel

Protection against moistening

Fig. 10: Left and right dripping edges

Left dripping edge

Fig. 11: An example of quick assembly of a saddle roof

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Right dripping edge

Fig.12: Bending of steel sheet in the eaves

Trimoterm SNV panels have a protective foil applied on the top and bottom sides to protect its colour coated
surfaces against any possible damage during transport, handling and assembly. The foil is removed from the
bottom side before the assembly of an individual panel. From the top side it is removed before the work has been
completed. If necessary, it can be removed from some places already during the assembly (e.g. on the longitudinal
joint of two panels, under screws, flashing, etc. - Fig. 13).
If panels are stored for a longer period of time, the foil should be removed at the latest after the expiry of three
months. If panels are stored in the open air, they should be protected against the sun; otherwise removing of the
foil may be difficult.
Fig. 13: Removal of a protective foil

When panels are cut during the assembly, only scissors and saws that do not heat the cutting edge to a high
temperature (Fig. 14) may be used. High temperature can destroy the anticorrosive protection in the immediate
vicinity of a cut. Therefore use of grinding machines is prohibited for such purposes! All small metal parts that
appear as a consequence of cutting and drilling are to be removed immediately from the surface of panels, or at
the latest when the daily work has been completed.
Fig. 14 Recommended tools for panel cutting

Marking or scratching with nails or similar sharp objects that can damage the protective colour coated layer
is prohibited.
Before panel assembly it should be checked that the end trapezoid that overlaps the trapezoid of the neighbouring
panel is completely clean (Fig. 15). If it is not, it must to be cleaned! Care should be taken to ensure that the sealing
tape already installed does not get damaged.
Fig. 15: Checking of trapezoidal panel section

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Mineral wool is protected by a self-adhesive tape which is placed on the longitudinal sides of the panel (Fig. 16).
The tape does not need to be removed before the assembly.
Fig. 16: Self-adhesive tape on longitudinal edges

3.2 Sealing
3.2.1 Sealing the Longitudinal Joint Between Panels
During assembly special attention should be paid to ensure the tight fitting of panels. There should be no space
in the longitudinal joint between the neighbouring panels (Fig. 17).
Fig. 17: Tight fitting of panels

If butyl or silicone mastic seal is to be placed into the longitudinal joint, it should be applied in a way presented in
Fig. 18 and 19. Mastic seal is placed in an individual joint before the assembly of the following panel.
Fig. 18: Putting mastic seal in a panel

Fig. 19: Detail of applying the mastic seal in a panel

Installation position for other sealing materials is shown in TRIMO Standard details.

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3.2.2 Assurance of Roof Water-tightness

Required measures for Water-tightness are shown in table 4 and 5.
Table 4: Roof slope and measures required
ROOF INCLINATION

min 3
(~5%)

REQUIRED MEASURES

1. The standard equipment of SNV panels includes sealing tapes (Fig. 20).
a) longitudinal joint seal K 9/3 inside the trapezoid on the external cold side
b) longitudinal panel joint seal 7x7 on the internal warm side.
2. Placement of additional stitching screws is presented in Fig. 21. Instructions for fixing and
assembly (Section 3.0)
3. Sealing of panel extension with pre-compressed expansion sealing tape 20x2/10 mm in
two lines is presented in Fig. 22 A detailed performance is presented in the detail of roof
extension.
4. Bending of steel sheet on the bottom level among trapezoids, in the eaves and on the ridge
(Fig. 23).
5. Installation of openings with steel sheet above the opening up to the ridge is allowed (Fig. 24)
in accordance with details AB1/1 and AB2/1.

Fig. 20: Panel laying

Fig. 21: Stitching screws on a longitudinal joint

Sealing tape
K 9/3

stitching screws

Sealing tape 7x7

Fig. 22: Sealing of panel extension

Fig. 23: Bending of steel sheet on the ridge and eaves

Sealing a panel extension with pre-compressed sealing tape 20x2/10 mm arranged in two lines is shown in standard
detail AA4/1 and in the chapter 3.5 Installation details.
Fig. 24: Installation of an opening on a roof using a steel sheet

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3.2.3 Water Vapour Diffusion

Panel surface of Trimoterm SNV is vapour proof, joint allows for partial transference of water vapour in non
beneficial climatic conditions that can cause condensation within the joint which can ultimatly lead to wetting
of the core material and even water dripping into the building.
A diagram has been prepared in accordance with DIN 4108, measurements taken and practical experience. The
diagram distinguishes between three areas regarding interior climate conditions in buildings and it is based on
an assumption of a normal, typically ventilated premises. It can be applied in Slovenia, Germany and in other
countries with similar climate conditions. The same applies to roofs made of Trimoterm SNV panels as well as to
faades made of Trimoterm FTV and Trimoterm SNV.
Diagram 2: Type of a building regarding climate conditions

Relative humidity of the air in the building [%]

Area C
Area B

Area A

Temperature of the air in the building [C]

In most cases the use of integrated gaskets on both sides of the Trimoterm SNV panels (Fig. 20) is required and
necesary due to requirements interaction between airtightness, watertightness and water vapour diffusion - inside
the trapezoid on cold side gasket K 9/3 and inside the joint on the warm side gasket 7x7 are implemented.
In cold rooms both gaskets should be integrated into the joint of panels. For cold rooms a special regime is required,
therefore according to climatic conditions a calculation of building physics must be done.
It is neccessary to apply PUR mastic seal on the warm side inside the longitudinal joint of the panel in case of
very demanding climate conditions in areas B and C. For detailed information please contact Trimo Technical
support.
In certain special cases, when gaskets do not have to be integrated on both sides of the panel, certain requrements
should be met as shown in table 5. In other cases such implementation is forbidden!
Table 5: Required measures regarding an area in the diagram
General
requirements

Climatic conditions inside the building

CONDITIONS

Area without
snow load

MAIN REQUIREMENTS

return period t > 20 years

vref < 25m/s

without possibility
of snow
accumulation

overlap
in direction
of the wind
central
european
climate

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Area with
snow load

possibility
of snow
accumulation
present

single and duo pitched roofs

external gutter
no snow guards
no
absolut minimum external
temperature
Tmin. abs. > -10C
average minimum external
temperature
Tmin. average > +3C

no gasket,
gasket on top,
gasket below,
gasket on both sides

gasket below,
gasket on
both sides

gasket on
both sides

no gasket,
gasket on top,
gasket below,
gasket on both sides

gasket below,
gasket on
both sides

gasket on
both sides

gasket on top,
gasket on both sides

gasket on
both sides

gasket on
both sides

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Fig. 25: Seals in a longitudinal joint

Butyl or silicone mastic seal
Sealing
tape

3.3 Panel Fixing

Only screws made of stainless steel and washers with a diameter of 19 mm (also of stainless steel) and EPDM
sealing tape may be used for fixing the panels. Min. thickness of a screw is 6.3 mm for selftapping and 5.5 mm for
selfdrilling fixings. Panels are fixed through the trapezoidal sections by means of mandatory use of saddle washers
with seals (Fig. 26).
Fig. 26: Fixing method of Trimoterm SNV roof panels

Self-tapping screws of type A are used for fixing to wooden and thin steel purlins (steel thickness up to 3 mm).
If steel purlins are 3 mm thick or greater, self-tapping screws of type B should be used. The use of self-drilling
screws of type C is also allowed for steel purlins. All screw types are presented in Fig. 27.
Fig. 27: Screw types
Type B

Type A

Type C

A borehole of a suitable diameter should be drilled through a panel and purlin according to instructions of the
fixing manufacturer if panels are fixed to a steel sub-structure with A or B type screws.
Table 6 presents all required sizes of boreholes of producer SFS Stadler. No preliminary drilling of holes is
allowed for type C fixings.
Table 6: Diameter of a borehole for a screw regarding thickness of a sub-structure

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Thickness of a sub-structure
[ mm ]

Diameter of a borehole
[ mm ]

2.0 - 3.0 (Type A)

5.00

3.0 - 3.9

5.05

4.0 - 4.9

5.35

5.0 - 5.9

5.65

6.0 - 10.0

5.80

>10.0

5.85

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Screw length depends on thickness of Trimoterm panels and sub-structure type in accordance with the instructions
of the fixing manufacturer. Care should be taken to tightening screws correctly to ensure they are not too tight or
too loose. Correct fixing method is presented in Fig. 28. The protective foil should be removed in places before
fixing (Fig. 29). The foil is finally removed after the works on the roof have been completed.
Fig. 28: Correct fixing of tapping screws

Fig. 29: Removal of the foil on a fixing place

3.4 Lifting Methods

The use of vacuum grippers with protection is recommended for lifting the panels and their placing on a roof (Fig. 30).
Where the vacuum gripper holds a panel the protective foil should be removed before its lifting. The procedure
of putting a panel on a roof is shown in Fig. 31.
Fig. 30: Vacuum gripper

Fig. 31: Assembly of panels using vacuum grippers

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The use of mechanical grippers is also possible. Assembly of panels is presented in stages Fig. 32. If panels are
light enough, they can be carried and assembled manually.
Fig. 32: Assembly of panels using mechanical grippers

A mechanical
gripper

3.5 Installation Details

3.5.1 Roof Extension Detail
For long roof slopes (the maximum length of a panel is 14 m) longitudinal extension of panels is required. Therefore,
a longitudinal extension detail is shown in Fig. 33. Fig. 34 presents a system of panel extension on a large roof
surface.
Fig. 33: Roof extension detail

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Sealing tape 20x2/10

Sealing tape 2x47
Self-tapping screw ___x____
Saddle washer
Sealing tape K
Joint seal
Self-tapping screws 6.5x25

Assembly sequence:
- Before assembling an individual panel a seal is to be inserted on a double or expanded single purlin (purlin
width min. 100 mm) (Item 2)
- A pre-compressed 20x2/10 mm expansion sealing tape is to be applied to a panel in two lines (Fig. 35), on an
overlap in a length of 200 mm.
- The overlapping part should be cleaned thoroughly before the assembly.
- Mineral wool of the top panel is to fit tightly to the bottom panel in the joint.
- Structural engineer calculates the number and arrangement of self-tapping screws (Item 3) over the purlin or a
panel is fixed at least into each second rib.

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Fig. 34: Correct and incorrect panel assembly sequence

Fig. 35: Panel assembly panels in the overlap

PE seal
2x47 mm

Pre-compressed
expansion seal
20x2/10 mm

3.5.2 Ridge Detail

Fig. 36: Ridge detail on a saddle roof

1 External ridge flashing

2 Internal ridge flashing
3 Covering flashing
4 Thermal insulation
5 Profile filler SNV - negative
6 Sealing tape 3 x 15 mm
7 Butyl sealing tape 2 x 6 mm
8 Self-tapping screw 6.5 x 25
9 Blind rivet 4 x 10
10 Saddle washer
11 Self -tapping screw ___x____

Assembly sequence:
- An internal ridge flashing (Item 2) is placed on the ridge purlin; a sealing tape (Item 6) is previously applied to
the purlin.
- Gradually, Trimoterm SNV panels are placed on the left and the right side and they are fixed into the purlins.
- On the panel edge the top steel sheet is bent in a length of 30 mm by a suitable plumbing tool, as it is shown in
Fig. 38.
- SNV profile filler negative (Item 5) is placed on the panels.
- Panel masks (Item 3) are placed on it and then butyl tape (Item 7) is also applied.
- Empty space under a ridge tile is filled with low-density mineral wool (Item 4).
- At the end external ridge flashing (Item 1) is placed and is longitudinally prolonged by a plumbing joint or an
overlap in a min. length of 200 mm and sealed by neutral silicone putty in at least three lines.
- The external ridge flashing is fixed to each second rib of the panel with screws 6.3 x 25 mm.
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3.5.3 External Gutter Detail

Fig. 37: External gutter detail

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

External gutter hook

External gutter
Outlet connection
Down pipe
Down pipe support
External gutter mask
Internal eaves mask
Thermal insulation

9 Self -tapping screw ___x____

10 Sealing tape 3 x 15 mm
11 Saddle washer
12 Blind rivet ___x____
13 Self - tapping screw 6.3 x 25
14 Self - tapping screw ___x____
15 External eaves mask
16 Self - tapping screw 6.5 x 25

Assembly sequence:
- Trimoterm SNV panels are laid from the direction determined by the dripping edge of a panel. In case snow
guards are installed on the roof, they are fixed to the final purlin (Item 14). The seal EPDM 28/3x3 is to be
additionally applied between a snow guard and a panel.
- Additional bending of steel sheet at an angle of 45 in a length of 10 - 15 mm (Fig. 12) is required in the eaves.
- An external eaves mask (Item 15) is riveted from the external side to the faade. Under the top, external gutter
hooks are pressed in the core of a Trimoterm SNV panel by using saddle washers (Item 11). Then they are fixed
to the top steel sheet with two screws. When arranging hooks special attention is to be paid to their length
since they ensure gutter inclination.
- External gutter (Item 2) is placed on these hooks and fixed by suitable bending of fixing steel sheet on the
hooks.
- Low density mineral wool (Item 8) is inserted into the closing space between the faade and Trimoterm SNV
roof panel from the inner side.
- Internal eaves mask (Item 7) onto which a sealing tape 3x15 mm (Item 10) is preliminarily applied is riveted from
the inside to the panels.

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3.5.4 Valley Gutter Detail

Fig. 38: Detail of a valley gutter

1
2
3
4
5
6

Self -tapping screw ___x____

Valley gutter support
Valley gutter
Gutter mask
Drip flashing
Self -tapping screw 6.5 x 25

7 Outlet connection
8 Down pipe
9 Down pipe support
10 Thermal insulation
11 Sealing tape 3 x 15 mm
12 Profile filler SNV-POSITIVE

Assembly sequence:
- Initially, an gutter mask (Item 4) is placed on the end purlin. A sealing tape 3x15 mm (Item 11) is applied onto it.
- Valley gutter support (Item 2) placed over the mask. The correct arrangement ensures suitable inclination
required for draining the water.
- Mineral wool insulation (Item 10) is placed on the gutter mask (Item 4).
- A gutter is placed on in the hooks (Item 3) and fixed by suitable bending of fixing steel sheet on hooks.
- Trimoterm SNV panels are laid regarding orientation of the dripping edge of a panel.
- Panel steel sheet is to be bent at an angle of 45 in the eaves in a length of 10-15 mm (Fig. 12) between trapezoids.
- Through saddle washers panels are fixed to load-bearing purlins by screws.
- Finally, drip flashing / Item 5) are fixed into the dripping edge of the panel (Item 5) under which the profile filler
SNV- positive is inserted (Fig. 39).
Fig. 39: Profile filler SNV - positive

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3.5.5 Snow Guard Detail

Fig. 40: Snow guard detail

1 Snow guard
2 EPDM washer 28/3x3
3 Self - tapping screw ___x___

Fig. 41: EPDM washer 28/3x3

Assembly sequence:
- The first snow guard at the dripping edge should be fixed to the first roof purlin.
- During the assembly, care should be taken that the distance of a screw from the top edge of a snow guard
should be max. 15 mm.
- The seal EPDM 28/3x3 (Fig. 41) is to be inserted between the snow guard and the trapezoid top.
- Ventilation of min. 5 mm for water drainage is necessary on the snow guard extension i.e. in the same line.
- Snow guards are to be arranged equaly. A uniform distance between snow guards is recommended.
- As a rule, snow guards are not installed at roof extension section.

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3.5.6 Lightning Rods Detail

Fig. 42: Detail of fixing a lightning rod to the ridge

1 Roof support profile SON 16

2 Wire __
3 Self - tapping screw 6.3 x____
4 Gasket 28/3x3

Fig. 43: Detail of fixing a lightning rod in the eaves

1
2
3
4
5
6

Roof support profile SON 16

Gutter clamp KON 06
Wire __
Wall support profile ZON 03
Tapping screw 6.3 x____
EPDM washer 28/3x3

A screw with which a external ridge flashing is fixed is also used for fixing lightning support profiles to the roof.
The beams on the ridge are fixed at the same distance ranging from 800 to 1000 mm.
On a faade side of a building the lightning guard is fixed with a gutter clamp (Item 2) to the gutter or pipe clamp
on an outlet pipe. On a wall it is fixed by a roof supporting profile in case of fixing to a Trimo faade or by a wall
beam. The latter is fixed to the wall by a wall screw 6 x 50 and a pin. The pipe clamp is fixed to a pipe by 6 x 20.

WARNING:
Arrangement and designing of lightning rods are to be presented in the lightning devices project folder.

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4.0 Packing, Transport and Storing

4.1 Packing
Typically, panels are packed in stacks of height ranging from 200 to 1200 mm (Fig. 44). A stack of panels is loaded
on to a Styro-foam base to a height of 100 mm. Varnished surfaces of panels are protected by a self-adhesive
protective foil that should be removed at the individual panel assembly stage. A stack of panels is protected by
cardboard; wrapping by a stretchable machine packing foil ensures its water tightness.
Possible packing methods:
- packing for a road transport,
- packing for combined - road & railway transport,
- packing for railway transport.
Maximum dimensions of stacks including packaging:
- Max. width: 1150 mm transport by road,

1200 mm - combined transport,

1250 mm - transport by rail
- Max. height: 1320 mm transport by road,

1350 mm combined transport,

1350 mm transport by rail,
- Max. length: 14150 mm transport by road,

1420 mm combined transport,

1420 mm transport by rail,
- Max. weight: 3500 kg.
Fig. 44: Side view of a stack
Panels and all protective elements
are wrapped by a packaging foil

Cover
Edge element
distance piece
Labels
Front side

Handling instructions

Styro-foam

Detailed information about packing is contained in Trimo Technical Document No. 9 Packing, transport and storing
of Trimoterm SNV roof panels. Instructions are available on the Internet (www.trimo.si).

4.2 Transport
Transport of Trimoterm SNV roof panels from the factory to a building site is carried out by trucks or rail. The load
should be fixed on a means of transport by fabric carrying belts. A lift or crane truck can be used for carrying of
stacks and a fork lift truck for the transport of stacks shorter than 6 m. Moving or pushing of stacks by fork points
or use of steel wires for carrying stacks with a crane is not allowed; only load bearing belts of suitable load-bearing
capacity can be used for crane handling. Special attention is to be paid to the centre of gravity, since it should be
between the forks or the load bearing belts.
Only one stack may be carried at a time!
When unloading a truck the truck tarpaulin should be completely removed from the vehicle. Carrying frame of
the tarpaulin should also be completely (also from sides) removed so that panels cannot get damaged when
lifted.
WARNINGS:
- Only one stack may be carried at a time.
- Off-loading and site manupulation by a forklift truck is allowed only for stacks of a length up to 6 m.
- Lifting by all kinds of cranes is to always be carried out with fabric carrying belts.
- Unloading instructions for handling are to be strictly followed. They are attached to a stack and any other
handling can easily cause damage.
- When stacks are received on a building site a recipient is obliged to complain about all visible defects to a
driver.
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4.3 Storage
When storing Trimoterm SNV faade panels the following should be considered:
- It is recommended that the stacks be stored in their original packaging, which ensures suitable water tightness.
- When storing panels in the open air, a cardboard cover protects them against the sun; if there is no cover, it may
be difficult to remove the protective foil. It is recommended that the foil be removed after three months.
- Stacks are to be arranged on the flat and solid ground so that a stack cannot sink under its own weight and slip to
the ground which is especially dangerous in winter when ice can collect on the foil.
- Possible ways of arranging stacks are presented in Fig. 45.
Fig. 45: Arranging of stacks for storing
Low stacks

High stacks

5.0 Maintenance
5.1

Annual Checking of a Roof

In accordance with best practice it is necessary to check a roof and the complete building at least once a year.
The purpose of checking is to highlight and remove any potential problem and prolong the useful life of the roof.
Annual checking includes:
- Cleaning off all dirt collected near openings.
- Checking screw tightness and slight manual tightening of screws.
- Checking and cleaning of draining elements on the roof up to the place where discharges flow to sand catchers
or shafts that have to be regularly cleaned of dirt.
In addition to the roof, draining elements should be regularly controlled and cleaned up to the place where
discharges flow to sand catchers or shafts that have to be regularly cleaned of dirt. Cleaning of panels can be
carried out only by mild alkaline cleaning agents.
Damage caused to the roof must be repaired immediately when it appears or it is observed. The area of damage
should be repaired by a suitable coat and putty is placed over them, if necessary. It is recommended that large
damaged places are repaired. All subsequent works are to be carried out by a Trimo approved contractor.

5.2 General recommendations

Walking on a roof is allowed only in soft shoes in the purlin line. Walking over lighting penetrations is prohibited.
The use of any aggressive substances for roof cleaning is prohibited due to possibility of damage of anticorrosive
colour coating.
Use of a rotating grinding machine (cutting machine) in the vicinity of the Trimo roofing is prohibited since hot
parts can damage the coating.
If there are any questions relating to maintenance of a building or if repairs of defects or damage are needed, you
are kindly asked to consult Trimo Service department.
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Published by: TRIMO d.d., Design: Meta Gabrijel, Photography: Janez Erjavec, Printed by: Tiskarna Petri, Circulation: 3000/EN, 07/2008