Flat lock panel

What is the Flat lock panels?
 

Flat lock panels offer a simple yet elegant cladding solution that provides a longitudinal flat seam. The system uses a simple interlocking fold on all four sides and can be installed either horizontally or vertically.

This solution is suitable for all buildings up to 30 m. The pre-formed panels are easy to install.

 

Surface aspects: Natural Zinc / QUARTZ-ZINC / ANTHRA-ZINC / PIGMENTO

 

Thickness	0.7 mm - 0.8 mm
Length	to 3 m
Centre-to-centre	from 100 mm to 375 mm
Weight*	5.6 kg

(*) Weight of the system /sq. m excluding framework.

Key Advantages:
 

	Traditional system,
	Simplicity making it elegant,
	Horizontal, vertical and diamond shape,
	Recessed and non recessed joint allowing 2 different aesthetic,
	Easy to install.

• Roofs above 60°.
  For buildings higher than 30 meters, please consult VMZINC China.
• Curvature:
  - For horizontal panels: radius > 10 m
  - For vertical panels: radius > 3 m
• Soffit installation: panel maximum 2 meters long.

 

Support
The support must be:

• Rigid and continuous.
• Meet loading requirements in conformity with a minim um pull out strength of 50 daN for each clip.
• Rest on at least 3 bearing structure elements.
• Have no protruding elements.

Flat lock panel is installed on minimum 19mm plywood. A breathable membrane must be laid between zinc and support. A 40 mm continuous ventilation gap must be left clear beneath the plywood, on all the roof pitches.
Recessed joints with concealed fastenings

 

Lay the panel on the structure Flat lock panels are installed from bottom to top for both vertical and horizontal laying. Vertical From left to right - recessed joint on right side. Horizontal From right to left - recessed joint always on top to ensure it is waterproof.

Installation of clips There are two types of fixing elements for Flat lock panels: On the long side, a 0.5 mm thick galvanised steel fixing clip is used On the short side, a 0.5 mm thick galvanised steel fixing strip is used Each flat lock system is fixed to the support using 3 clips per linear metre.   Fixing clip Fixing strip   Clips have a dual function: - Ensuring the mechanical resistance of the entire roof. - Allowing free expansion of the metal. Galvanised Steel clips Thickness: 0.5 mm. The clip is pre-punched with counter-sunk holes for attachment. Designed to withstand negative load requirements.   Galvanised Steel clips Thickness: 0.5 mm. The clip is pre-punched with counter-sunk holes for attachment. Designed to withstand negative load requirements.

For more information, please contact VMZINC.