Sandtoft has published its guide to roof tile fixings using the Zonal Method, an essential guide to ensuring that roof systems are securely fixed and in accordance with regulations.

Based on The 'Zonal Method Users Guide' a joint publication prepared by the technical committees of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), the Concrete Tile Manufacturers' Association (CTMA) and the Clay Roof Tile Council (CRTC), Sandtoft’s guide reflects the simplification of the calculations defined in BS 5534 ‘Code of practice for Slating and Tiling’ used for obtaining a fixing specification for roof tiles.

Sandtoft’s Guide offers a fixing specification using the Zonal Method that is self explanatory and specific to Sandtoft tiles thus providing reassurance and time saving benefits for the designer or contractor.

The Zonal Method User's Guide

For projects or tile types that fall outside the scope of the Zonal Method, or where it is necessary to apply individual parameters in accordance with BS 5534, Sandtoft Technical Support can still provide individual site-specific fixing recommendations using the full calculation method

Sandtoft provides a free fixing specification calculation service known as Fixing SPEC. Because of the complexities involved in producing fixing specifications, particularly in gathering the required information for each project, we have developed a new software programme that derives much of the data required from the postcode of the particular site. This saves you from having to find information such as distance from the sea, altitude, etc.

Sandtoft will calculate fixing requirements for your particular project. All we require is some simple information, which can be supplied by completing our Fixing SPEC Enquiry below.

If you require assistance with any aspect of your specification please do not hesitate to contact the Sandtoft Technical Support team.

Fixing SPEC Enquiry

Let us calculate the fixing requirements to BS 5534. Simply complete the following details for your particular project.

Please note fields marked with an asterisk (*) are compulsory.

Project Details

Project Name and Site Address *

Site Postcode *

Main Contractor *

Approx Start Date *

Tile Profile *

Roof Pitch *

Duo or Mono Pitch Roof *

Building Height to Eaves*

Building Width *

Building Length

Rafter Length

Height to Ridge

Counterbattens

If answering 'yes' to Counterbattens, please enter the Counterbatten depth below Counterbatten Depth:

Personal Details

Name

Position

Company

Address *

Postcode *

Telephone

Fax

Email *

The normal turnaround for Fixing SPEC's is twenty four hours. If you haven't had a reply within this time please call the technical support department on 0870 145 2021.

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