Solid Six Rib Metal Profile Rolling Forming Machine for New Zealand - ZTRFM
Introduction of Solid Six Rib Metal Profile for New Zealand
The Solid Six Rib Metal Profile is a six-ribbed trapezoidal profile with a 21mm high rib and 770mm effective cover. Six Rib is typically utilised in domestic roofing and cladding or commercial roofing and cladding applications where spanning ability is not a prime requirement.
Steel & Tube offers four trapezoidal rib products with rib heights varying between 20mm and 30mm manufactured at different locations throughout New Zealand.
Parameter of Solid Six Rib Metal Profile for New Zealand
| Material Options Thickness(BMT) | Stell 0.4mm | Stell 0.5mm |
| Normal Weight/Lieal Meter(kg/m) | 3.17 | 4.27 |
| Drape Curved Roof-Min. Radius (m) | 80 | 40 |
| Purlin Spasings for Drape Curved Roof (m)(1) | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Machine Curved -Min. Radiuds (mm) | n/a | n/a |
| Unsupported Overhang(2)(mm) | 250 | 250 |
(1) Recommended maximum purlin spacing’s at minimum radius.
(2) Based on 1.1kN point load support, but not intended for roof access.
(3) n/a not available
Advantages of Solid Six Rib Metal Profile for New Zealand
(1) Strength
The rib height and rib spacing of Six Rib makes it amongst the strongest roofing profiles in its class, suitable for low pitch roofing.
(2) Long Run
Modern roll forming technology allows Six Rib roofing and cladding to be manufactured in continuous lengths.
(3) Crimp Curving
Six Rib can be crimp-curved.
(4) Pan Swage
The pan swage enhances appearance.
(5) Roofing Accessories
A full range of accessories including rainwater goods, flashings, underlays, fasteners and matching translucent sheeting are also available.
(6) Colour Choice
A wide range of standard colours is available with additional colours and coatings available on request.
Application of Solid Six Rib Metal Profile for New Zealand
Fashioned for maximum strength, Six Rib roofing is suitable for a variety of domestic, commercial and industrial uses. Six Rib roofing works well with both steep and low-pitched roofs. Six Rib roofing has an extra rib compared to most other products, giving it a distinctive profile and greater rigidity.
