What are Exposed Fastener Panels?
Exposed fastener panels by McElroy Metal offer immense versatility because of the wide range of panels offered. Customers can select from 12 different panel styles. McElroy Metal’s Exposed Fastener panels are not just utilized on exterior applications. They are also commonly used for interior applications, like liner panels and architectural elements.
McElroy’s Exposed Fastener panels offer outstanding technical properties and can be utilized for both new construction and retrofit projects.
Advantages of Exposed Fastener Systems
3’ coverage means panels are quick to install (this doesn’t apply to 5V)
Exposed fasteners make single panel replacement easy
Cost-effective entry product with solid performance and life expectancy.
12 different profiles offer extensive aesthetic options
Steel liner panels allow bright interior spaces that can be washed down much easier than drywall.
Intermediate ribs reduce the phenomena and appearance of oil canning
Exposed Fastener Panel Systems
Exposed fastener panels are the most economical form of metal roofing and siding. Panels are over-lapped and fastened directly to the roof deck or framing through the face of the metal panel. These panels are called exposed fastener because the fastener head remains visible once installed. To help blend with panels, fastener heads are painted the same color as the roofing panels. Most exposed fastener panels are typically 36” wide, meaning that fewer panels (and less labor) will be needed to cover the roof area.
Exposed fastener panels are identified by 5 main criteria:
- Rib Height
- Center to Center Rib Spacing
- Panel Width
- Cover Width after lapping
- Minimum Slope
