{"product_id":"s-5-windclamp-2x-external-seam-clamp-for-increased-wind-uplift-resistance-windclamp-2x","title":"S-5! WindClamp 2X Metal Roof Seam Clamp for Increased Wind Uplift Resistance","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS-5! WindClamp 2X Metal Roof Seam Clamp for Increased Wind Uplift Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S-5! WindClamp 2X is an external seam clamp engineered to increase the wind resistance of standing-seam and other concealed-fastened metal roof systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalled over the roof seam at engineered intervals, the WindClamp is designed to help prevent common wind-failure modes, including seam separation and total separation of roof panels from their mounting clips. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the clamp is installed externally on the seam, it can be used as a retrofit solution without opening the roof assembly or disrupting building occupancy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWind Uplift Reinforcement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to increase the wind-uplift capacity of compatible standing-seam and concealed-fastened metal roof systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Seam Clamp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMounts directly over the existing roof seam, allowing reinforcement without replacing roof panels or adding concealed structural components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelps Prevent Seam Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecifically engineered to reduce the risk of male-to-female seam separation under high wind loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelps Prevent Clip Separation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned to reduce the risk of roof panels completely separating from their mounting clips during extreme wind events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Folded Seam Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2X model is intended for a range of double-folded standing seams, including Butler MR-24 and Varco Pruden SSR profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetrofit-Friendly Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCan be installed from the exterior of an existing building without removing the roof system or significantly disrupting building occupancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreserves Thermal Cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eS-5! states that WindClamps preserve the roof's thermal-cycling integrity while reinforcing the seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoof Warranty Preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe WindClamp system is designed to reinforce the roof without roof replacement or invasive structural modification, helping preserve applicable roof warranties when properly engineered and installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotential Failure-Pressure Increase up to 300%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eS-5! states that failure pressures may increase by as much as 300%, depending on panel profile, metal gauge, and purlin spacing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Setscrew Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstallation involves positioning the clamp over the seam and tightening the setscrew to the manufacturer-recommended tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExisting Standing-Seam Roof Retrofits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for strengthening compatible existing metal roofs without removing or replacing the roof panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCan be incorporated into new roof designs to improve wind-uplift resistance and potentially reduce the need for other structural measures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButler MR-24 Roof Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdentified by S-5! as an example of a suitable double-folded standing-seam profile for WindClamp 2X.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarco Pruden SSR Roof Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso identified as an example of a compatible seam profile for the WindClamp 2X.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Wind Regions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell suited for buildings in locations where increased wind-uplift resistance is needed due to code, insurance, or site-specific structural requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode \u0026amp; Insurance Upgrade Projects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eS-5! positions WindClamps as a possible retrofit method for helping older buildings meet updated structural requirements without major roof replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS-5!\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindClamp 2X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Standing-Seam Wind Reinforcement Clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncreasing Wind-Uplift Resistance of Metal Roof Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStanding Seam \/ Concealed-Fastened Metal Roofs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical Compatible Profiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-Folded Standing Seam Including Butler MR-24, Varco Pruden SSR, and Similar Profiles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAttachment Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Seam Clamp with Setscrew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof Penetration Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetrofit Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Construction Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.50 in (38.1 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.76 in (19.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Seam Opening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.49 in (12.4 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition Over Seam and Tighten Setscrew to Recommended Tension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Failure Modes Addressed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeam Separation and Panel Separation from Mounting Clips\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotential Increase in Failure Pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 300% Depending on Roof Profile, Gauge and Purlin Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout S-5!:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eS-5! develops engineered attachment and reinforcement solutions for metal roofing systems. Its product portfolio includes non-penetrating seam clamps, solar mounting attachments, snow-retention systems, and WindClamp solutions designed to strengthen metal-roof assemblies without compromising roof integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Seam Reinforcement for Higher Wind Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe S-5! WindClamp 2X provides a compact, non-penetrating method of reinforcing compatible standing-seam metal roofs against wind-uplift forces. With support for double-folded seam profiles, quick exterior installation, retrofit and new-construction applications, and the potential for substantial increases in failure pressure, it offers a practical wind-resistance solution for engineered metal-roof systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e WindClamp performance and required spacing are roof-profile and project specific. Compatibility and placement should be confirmed using S-5! engineering and applicable independent test data before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From US Solar Supplier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUS Solar Supplier is an American-founded company based in Kentucky dedicated to offering top-quality solar components from trusted manufacturers. We provide competitive pricing, dependable inventory, and products backed by warranties you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur inventory is updated daily with the latest solar technologies, and our experienced team is ready to assist with product selection, system design, and installation guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed Assistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave questions before you order? 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