Fix Pack – universal dry ridge system – Red
Product specification
Universal fixing system of ridge tiles is easy to install and secure. It has dedicated quality components to meet high standards.
The solution contains following elements:
- 6 meters x 310 mm ventilated RidgeClimatic roll
- 10 x batten support brackets
- 13 x metal clamping plates
- 13 x 100 mm fixing screws and water-stripping washers
- 13 x ridge unions
Above specification in accordance with 450mm ridge tiles, for 300mm ridge tiles available spare unions and fixings.
FIX PACK can be used with both half round and angled ridges.
It is suitable for new and refurbished roofs (15 to 45 degrees) and eliminates the need for mortar.
Secures the ridge of the roof, preventing wind uplift problems.
Provides the ridge resistance to water and appropriate ventilation into the roof space.
Resistant to atmospheric conditions and UV radiation.
Two strips of adhesive butyl allow easy installation.
To secure or to fix use galvanized or stainless steel nails / staples.
Recommended temperature of fixing – above 5 °C.
Recommended temperature of storing – not exceeding 35 °C.
When using adhesive strips, the surface of the tile/slate should be clean, dry and free of dust and grease.
The screws should be finished off with a screwdriver to make sure clamping plates are tightly secured.
Refers to:
BS 5250:2011 Code of practice: Control of condensation in buildings.
BS 5534:2014 Code of Practice: Slating and tiling for pitched roofs and vertical cladding.
BS 8612:2018 Dry fixed ridge and hip systems for slating and tiling.
NHBC Standards: Chapter 7.2 for pitched roofs.
