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Place the brackets the way that maximum horizontal spacing between them is 1,25 m

Roof brackets - Placement brackets

Secure each bracket with three construction nails with a minimum size of 3.1 x 80 mm. All nails must be positioned in the top of the nail slots and to the rafter.



 

Roof brackets - securing brackets

The brackets must be attached to a 45-degree roof so that the work platform is level. Do not use the work platform if it is not level.

Roof brackets - attachement brackets

To remove the brackets, push them upwards.

Roof brackets - dismounting brackets

As a first tip we suggest you to choose IKO self-adhesive shingles such as Cambridge Xtreme 9,5°, ArmourShield Plus or DiamantShield to install on your roof.
These IKO shingles are extreme wind and weather resistant and conform to all European norms and standards.

For many homeowners, damages caused by bad weather are one of their biggest worries, which shows the importance of a storm resistant roof. Experience in recent years shows that extreme weather events such as storms and heavy rains are becoming more common.

Let us share with you some important information on how to prevent your house and especially your roof from unwanted damage by high wind speed, and how you can make your roof storm resistant.

We will advise you on what to do when there is a storm alert, what you should think about when you plan to repair or renovate your roof, and what kind of checklist might be useful for you and your insurance company in case of damage caused by a storm.

 

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Hazardous weather phenomena as storms, heavy rain or high wind

In recent years, there have been increasingly drastic weather events, related to global warming. Warmer air can absorb more water vapor than cold air, which causes more rain. Wind with a speed of about 75 km/h we can call a storm. In central Europe, especially in the Alps, strong winds or “whirlwinds” occur with a speed of over 120 km/h.

Torn roofs, damaged tiles, destroyed facades, broken windows… Depending on the intensity of the wind, storms can cause enormous damage to houses and their surroundings. Torrential rain, snow, floods, and large temperature fluctuations also put building materials to the test.

Therefore it is very important to think about the weather requirements when you plan to build or renovate your house, roof or façade and you must take these requirements into account when choosing building materials. Snow loads and temperature fluctuations play a special role at higher altitudes. In the typical areas with flood risk, flood protection is a topic that should not be forgotten.

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The storm is coming, ...what to do?

If a storm is approaching, remove or secure all moving objects such as gardening tools, flowerpots and garden furniture. You should park your car in the garage or away from the trees before the storm. Because flying branches and loose objects can cause damage to vehicles, but also to the roof of the house. Mainly, your roof provides a large impact area for a strong storm. Roof covering can get loose and cause damage to the roof cladding, allowing rainwater to enter the roof structure. On the other hand, falling pieces can cause serious damage around your house and even injure people and animals. As roofs must withstand strong winds, snow loads and torrential rains, your roof deserves special attention during new construction and renovation. Any IKO shingle but especially those with self-adhesive backside are solid and wind-resistant roof material as well as the technology for laying and fixing with IKO barbed roofing nails provides safety in turbulent times.

Take a look at this wind-driven rain test, conducted in a Dutch lab: https://youtu.be/LCqVlTNm3to

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