S-5! has announced its two newest innovations: The X-Gard pipe snow retention system and the S-5! Utility System. Both systems can be attached to every major standing seam metal roof profile without damaging the roof and voiding the roof manufacturers’ warranties.
X-Gard spans up to 48 inches and can be purchased as a one- or two-pipe system, depending on project specifics including pitch and snow load. It was designed to be paired with locally-purchased round pipe or, for superior holding strength, the patented NEX 2.0 pipe.
Its innovative double-clamp design allows X-Gard to provide unprecedented holding strength when attached with S-5!’s standard or even mini-sized clamps. The employment of two clamps with each bracket and the unique shape of the NEX 2.0 pipe enable a properly installed X-Gard system to provide a reliable snow retention solution in a wide variety of situations.
S-5! has made a substantial investment in testing and proving the durability of its snow retention systems. The company offers a Certified Engineer Stamp program, an Online Project Calculator and an optional limited System Warranty Program.
The Utility System, exclusively by S-5!, enables easy attachment of almost any conceivable utility application, including signs, banners, light fixtures, gas piping, antennas, roof walkways, HVAC equipment, lightning protection systems, condensate lines, stack/flue bracing, fascias, equipment screens, electrical conduit, antennas, cabling and more.
The Utility System can be rotated 360-degree for orientation versatility only S-5! provides.
The new X-Gard and the S-5! Utility System are both mechanically attached with patented round-point setscrews, gripping the seam securely without penetration and without damage to the panel’s protective finishes. The setscrews will slightly dimple the metal seam material without piercing it, leaving roof manufacturers’ warranties intact.