Palruf® technical guide greca 70 – Palram PALRU User Manual
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PALRUF® Technical Guide
Greca 70
©PALRAM Industries. All rights reserved.
Updated:
27/10/2008
Screws and Washers
Crest fixing - Self-drilling ¼”x 1
1
/
2
” screw.
Recommended washer/gasket: 19mm diameter- galvanized / aluminum / stainless
metal washer attached to EPDM rubber gasket of 55 to 65 shore hardness.
Never use PVC washers or any unapproved material.
PALRAM washers are highly recommended.
When installing a curved roof it is recommended to use a compatible crest rider with EPDM
attached gasket.
It is recommended to pre-drill the screw holes in the PALRUF sheets, 3-4 mm larger diameter than
the screw.
Fastening Tips
Use adjustable electric screwdriver.
The screw must be installed perpendicular to the sheet.
Important - Do not over-tighten!
Cutting / Sawing tools
Table or Portable circular saw with small teeth.
Jigsaw.
When Sawing use high blade speed and slow feed rate.
Support the sheet in the vicinity of the cut and clean dust and
splinters away.
Handling and Storage (Packed sheets)
Store in a shaded place, protect from direct sunlight and rain.
Avoid covering the sheets with heat absorbing materials.
Avoid contact or environment of chemicals.
Protect the sheets from any damage.
Accessories
Compatible silicone sealant.
Butyl rubber or expanding sealing-tape.
Closure fixtures.