New Construction Roof Details Install Instructions
New Pre-engineered Building Insulation Instructions with Free OSHA-accepted Fall Protection
The System is a multi-purpose system that performs many functions with minor variations such as strap patterns, color, insulation thicknesses and types, layers, thermal break options, vented systems, etc. The system can also be used in many different types of structures, thus it is important to read the project instructions carefully and call us at (800-255-0776) or your distributor if there are any questions regarding installation procedures.
We have attempted to cover each type of installation in sufficient detail; however it is impossible to cover every circumstance.
Common sense and experience with the system will answer most questions. The basic concept of the Simple Saver System is:
1. Create a platform with tensioned steel straps (installed in area to be insulated).
2. Position and pull out the specially folded fabric liner on the strap platform and clamp in position (generally a bay at a time).
3. Fasten the steel strap platform supporting the fabric liner to the bottom of the purlin flange with the self-drilling washer head screws provided for that purpose.
4. Seal the fabric liner perimeter edges to the abutting main frames and eave struts with the special contact
adhesive provided for that purpose. Syseal® Tape will be used at any fabric liner splices. As an option, Syseal® Tape may also be used to seal the fabric liner to the bottom of the eave struts.
5. Unroll and position the insulation in the purlin cavity. It is recommended to thermally break the roof panels from the top of the purlins
Production rates for an R-30 two-layer roof insulation system are generally in the range of 150-200 sq. ft. per man-hour for the complete system installation in a typical pre-engineered metal building. Upwards to 300 sq. ft. per man-hour have been reported in larger buildings with experienced installers. The labor is approximately 1/2 strapping, 1/4 fabric liner and 1/4 insulation placement. Poor site conditions will affect the production rates. The fall protection feature can dramatically increase production rates by allowing workers to insulate and roof safely without being restrained by lanyards.
Installation training is available to contractors for a fee. Video taped instructions are available free of charge. Written instructions and project detail drawings take precedence over video instructions which are general in nature and intended to show technique.
Degree of Difficulty and Production Rates
Installation of the Simple Saver System during the roof sheeting operation is much faster than retrofit installation, which is completely installed from the underside of the structure. The chart below gives ranges of production rates for use in estimating labor costs for installation.
There are many factors that affect production rates on every type of construction. Insulation systems are no exception,
therefore judgement is required in considering variables such as experience of the crew, available equipment, building height, weather likely during installation period, etc. The production rates below are ranges normally encountered under average conditions with an experienced erection crew properly equipped to perform the work. We have timed many installations and find it fairly easy to achieve 150 square feet per man-hour on first time new construction installations. Experienced crews are known to achieve nearly 300 square feet per man-hour under ideal new construction conditions. We suggest close observation of production rates to obtain experience rates for your own crew as being the best method of determining production rates.
*These rates are for typical metal buildings with eave height up to 30 feet. Add for additional height costs.
Call (800) 255-0776 or your distributor for assistance if you have questions or if a stand-off bracket system is required to create added insulation space.
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