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Length

Metroll can supply Metrospan® sheeting up to a maximum length of 35 meters depending on availability of delivery. Lengths to be manufactured by Metroll should be site measurements, not those taken off plans. The required sheet length is obtained by measuring the distance from the ridges to external edges or fascia and adding 50mm for overhang into gutter. Length tolerance on Metrospan® is ±10mm.

Handling of Material


When handling Metrospan® care should be taken at all times to preserve the quality of the finish. Packs should be kept dry and stored above ground level whilst on site. If however the sheets do become wet they should be separated, wiped and placed in the open to dry.

Cutting


Metrospan® roof sheeting can be cut where necessary by using a circular saw with a metal blade, not an abrasive disc. When you cut COLORBOND® sheeting ensure the coloured surface is placed downwards to lessen the likelihood of swarf (hot metal filings) being
embedded in the exposed roof surface.

Walking on Sheeting


When walking on Metrospan® roof sheeting always wear flat rubber soled shoes and endeavour to walk over areas where you have purlin or batten supports.

Material Compatibility


Never use lead flashings with ZINCALUME® or COLORBOND® Metrospan® roof sheeting. As these products are inert materials drainage from this type of roof should not be allowed to discharge into Galvanised rainwater goods. Drainage from copper roofs onto Galvanised, ZINCALUME® or COLORBOND® roofing or rainwater should not be allowed. Each of the combinations listed above can cause premature corrosion.

Other Materials


Metrospan® roof sheeting can be roll formed to order in Galvanised, ZINCALUME® or the standard range of 12 COLORBOND® colours.

Harsh Environments


If you intend to use Metrospan® roof sheeting within 1km of Industrial, salt marine or unusually corrosive environments please do not hesitate to contact us for advice on the right product to use.

Cleanup


Prior to departing the work site each day please take care to remove all foreign debris, screws, rivets and especially any swarf from drilling or cutting from the roof surface or from inside the gutters. Failure to do this may result in premature corrosion of the roofing system.

Suggested Specification


All wall cladding needs to be specified as Metrospan® as manufactured by Metroll Pty Ltd and shall be fixed in a workmanlike manner and in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations. Base sheet steel shall be G300, AZ150 with specified finish.

Availability and Delivery


Metrospan® is available direct from us. Prompt and efficient delivery is assured. Please contact us for the relevant delivery days to your area. You can help us to supply you with materials in good order by ensuring that you have made suitable arrangements to have our trucks unloaded. To prevent damage when lifting long lengths of sheeting by crane, please take care to ensure that the load is spread. Where a crane cannot be made available it is the customer’s responsibility to provide sufficient labour to assist the driver in unloading.

 
 
 
   
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