Shear Rib® roof panel has all the desired attributes of known panels while eliminating the undesirable characteristics. Shear Rib® has double ribs in between each pan of the roofing panel. In between each double rib is the attaching hardware component, typically a screw, that will pass through the roof panel and attach directly to the roof structure underneath at appropriate distances between each screw allowing a positive connection and achieving a shear value making Shear RIb® a structural component. To weatherproof the attaching hardware, the double ribs are formed to accomodate a
cover that snaps into place, covering and weatherproofing the attaching hardware. The ribs are of sufficient height to allow a remarkable watershed and to add shear strength value to the structure, as well as increase the uplift and load characteristics.
Shear Rib® relates to roofing and like structures and particularly to a novel watertight joint for use with sheet roofing or other surfacing material. For example, with ridged sheets, generally of metal and generally used in roofing, but may be used for siding and other surfacing purposes as well.
Shear Rib® also offers other components such as, cee's, zee's, track, decking (roof and floor), 'u' panel, siding, trim and miscallaneous flashings.
