ABOUT METAL ROOFING

Metal tile panels are a graceful and durable roofing material, suitable for pitched roof applications. They combine the traditional look with the latest technology and can be used on residential and commercial buildings, and for replacing old roofs. Metal tile panels are made from sheet metal which is zinc-plated on both sides, with several protective layers, which ensures durability. It is one of the most light-weight roofing materials, which is an advantage because it does not require a heavy roof support structure.

The weight of the material is particularly important for re-roofing old buildings, since light-weight metal panels do not require reinforcing the supporting structures. One square (10'x 10') of metal roof weighs 96 lb., which is about 10 times lighter than traditional clay tiles.

A wide range of colors allow the matching of the roof to the exterior of the building and its surroundings. The length of the tile panels is cut to an optimal size to eliminate wastage and keep the client's cost as low as possible.

BENEFITS OF METAL ROOFING

DML USA Roofing System is lightweight (0.96lb/sqft) – 50-75% lighter than asphalt shingles and one twentieth the weight of concrete
DML USA Roofing System have KYNAR 500 coating that may prevent 75-80 % of the sun's energy from being absorbed into the roof
DML USA Roofing System is made from 95% recycled material and is 100 % recyclable
DML USA Roofing System can reduce roof surface temperatures by 60 to 70 degrees
DML USA Roofing System is durable and maintenance free
DML USA Roofing System is available in 16 colors
DML USA Roofing System won't rot, crack, crumble, split, break or burn
DML USA Roofing System increases a building's value
DML USA Roofing System is an ideal platform for integrating solar electric and solar thermal renewable energy solutions

SAPPHIRE ROOFING PANELS AND ACCESSORIES

SAPPHIRE Metal Roofing Panels can bring your home beauty, durability, and reduced energy costs. Available in 16 colors, this versatile roofing has several advantages over standard asphalt shingles. Many of DML USA Metal Roofing customers opt to install metal roofing for reliable protection against sun, wind, snow, and rain without sacrificing a striking visual effect. The right style of metal roofing will complement any home’s architecture, from Victorian to contemporary. This is because the arrangement of the sheets of SAPPHIRE can be completely customized to suit the client’s preference, unlike the standard grid of shingles.

Metal roofing panels come with a wide variety of necessary accessories i.e.: snow guards, ridge tiles, fascias and other edges, sealing tapes, touch-up paint, screws and different types of flashing for non-standard applications. Accessories serve as a sealing-finishing element and enhance the aesthetics of the roof. They are made of flat sheet coated steel (in the same color as metal roofing panels). There are a lot of finishing solutions, their appearance and dimensions depend to a great extend on the shape and specific features of the roof.Accessories shown below are available in either standard dimensions or customized to the needs of the client. Available profiles are made of G90 galvanized steel sheets having the lengths from 6 to 20 feet and 26 gauge thickness.
Gable Trim
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Fascia
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Gutter flashing
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Wall flashing
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Valley
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Rounded ridge cap
Overal length: 6'6", Effective length: 6'4"'
Plain ridge cap
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Snow barrier
Overal length: 10' or 8'
Snow guards
Overal height: 2.5"
Foam closures
Overal length: 45"
Fasteners
Galvanized steel, #10, 5/16" Hex head, Heoprene gasket

COLORS

DML USA Metal Roofing Systems are available in 16 different colors. Although we have taken every attempt to reproduce the colors of our palette, we cannot guarantee that they are a perfect representation of the actual colors. Please use these samples as guidelines only.
CHERRY RED 028
COPPERTONE 8023
BRONZE 032
METALIC SILVER 9006
BEACH SAND 1002
CORAL RED 3016
WHITE 9002
COBALT BLUE 5010
GRAY 7000
CHOCOLATE BROWN 8016
LEMON YELLOW 1021
FOREST GREEN matte 011
GRAPHITE matte 023
TERRA COTTA matte 750
BLACK matte 033
DARK BROWN matte 8017

DML USA ROOFING MATERIALS VS. OTHER ROOFING MATERIALS

  DML USA Metal Roofing Concrete Tile Fiber Cement Tile Architectural Composition Shingle Wood Shake
Weight Excellent
0.96 lbs/sq. ft., Average roof: 2,800 lbs.
Poor
9 - 15 lbs/sq. ft., Average roof: 36,000 lbs.
Fair
6 lbs/sq. ft., Average roof: 10,500 lbs.
Good
3 - 4 lbs/sq. ft., Average roof: 10,500 lbs.
Good
3 - 5 lbs/sq. ft., Average roof: 10,500 lbs.
Fire Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Fair
Ice / Snow Excellent Poor Poor Good Fair
Hail Excellent Good Fair Fair Poor
Wind Excellent
120 mph
Fair Fair Fair Poor
Weathering Excellent
50 year warranty
Good Fair Fair Poor
Earthquake Excellent
Lightweight & Strength
Poor Fair Good Good
Earthquake Excellent
No tear-off Required & Recyclable
Fair Fair Fair Fair
Re-sale Excellent Excellent Excellent Fair Fair

MYTHS ABOUT METAL ROOFING

Here are the most common myths about DML USA Metal Roofing:

MYTH: METAL ROOFING WILL INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF A LIGHTENING STRIKE

Metal conducts electricity, but electricity is not drawn to it.
MYTH: METAL ROOFS ARE NOISY IN THE RAIN

Not so. They may even be quieter than other roof types.
MYTH: YOU CANNOT WALK ON A METAL ROOF

You can, but you have to know how to do it without causing any damage. Call DML USA Metal Roofing for more information.
MYTH: METAL ROOFS ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO DAMAGE BY HAIL

While extremely large hailstones can dent a metal roof, normal hailstorms will not. Metal roofs manufactures by DML USA are made out of high quality steel which makes denting barely visible.
MYTH: METAL ROOF WILL MAKE YOUR HOUSE COLDER IN THE WINTER

Actually, a metal roof has no effect on the temperature of the typical vented attic in the Winter. It’s the insulation under the floor of your attic that keeps you warm.
MYTH: METAL ROOF WILL NOT FIT THE CURRENT STYLE OF YOUR HOME

Metal roofing is available in a wide range of colors that will be suitable for any architectural style. If you do not find a color that you want, it is possible to order a unique custom color.
MYTH: METAL ROOFING IS TOO EXPENSIVE

Although metal roofing can be more expensive than standard shingles, it is absolutely worth the extra charge. If you are planning to be in your home for quite a while and you don’t want to go through the hassle of replacing your roof in the future, metal roofing should be your primary choice. The initial higher price you may pay proves to be lower over time when compared to 2-3 asphalt roofing replacements you would have to go through.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME Sapphire 350™
MANUFACTURER DML USA Metal Roofing Systems
28 E Lake St.
Northlake, IL 60164
Phone: (708) 345-3545
Fax: (708) 345-3404
www.dmlusa.com
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Basic Uses: Sapphire 350 is a metal tile facsimile panel to be used for roofing on both residential and commercial buildings. Sapphire 350 may be used for new construction or re-roofing. Minimum pitch recommended is 3 in 12. In some cases, Sapphire 350 may be applied directly over the old roofing material, without the need for tear-off and disposal.

Composition & Materials: Standard Offerings: Panels are roll-formed from .0195 gauge, CSB, G90, XSM, NCT galvanized steel.

Sizes and Profiles: Sapphire 350panels are in the form of an "S" or Spanish style tile. Panels are 46 7/16” wide nominal, including a 3 1/8” side lap. The length of the "tile" is 13 3/4" and the width of the "scallop" is an 7 1/4" repeat. The "step" on the tile is 1 3/4". Panel lengths are cut to customer specification and can range from 22" minimum to any transportable length.

Weight: 0.96 lb/sqft

Colors & Finishes: A choice of 27 colors is available in a KYNAR 500® PVDF or HYLAR 5000® PVDF finish. Sapphire 350 may be specified with gloss or matte finish.
TECHNICAL DATA KYNAR 500® PVDF or HYLAR 5000® PVDF based finishes tested by paint supplier for:
  • Dry Film Thickness: ASTM D 5796
  • Topside Color: ASTM D 1729
  • Specular Gloss: ASTM D 523
  • Pencil Hardness: ASTM D 3363
  • Solvent Resistance: ASTM D 5402
  • Cross-Hatch Adhesion: ASTM D3359
  • Impact Resistance: ASTM D 2794
  • T-Bend Flexibility: ASTM D 4145
  • Humidity Resistance: ASTM D 2247
  • Cleveland Condensing Cabinet: ASTM D 4585
  • Water Immersion Resistance: ASTM D 870
  • Salt Spray: ASTM B 117
  • Chemical Resistance: ASTM D 1308
  • Acid Rain Resistance (Kesternich): ASTM G 87
  • Accelerated Weathering: ASTM G151 and G154
  • Color Retention, Florida Exposure: ASTM D 2244
  • Chalking Resistance – ASTM D 4214
  • Abrasion Resistance: ASTM D 968
  • Flame Spread Rating: ASTM E 84
  • Fire Resistance: UL 790/ASTM E 108 Class A Fire Rating
  • Impact Resistance: UL2218 Grade 4
  • Steel: ASTM A653/A653M
  • Coil Coating: ASTM A 755
INSTALLATION Sapphire 350 panels are installed vertically up the slope of the roof. The panel is installed with metal fasteners long enough to penetrate the solid substrate. Installation manuals or hands-on training via seminars are available through DML USA.
AVAILABILITY & COST Availability: Sapphire 350 panels are available through DML USA Distributors. A complete line of related components and trim accessories is available to complete the roof system. Flat sheet and/or coil stock in matching color is also available for fabrication of related accessories by the installing contractor.

Cost: Contact DML USA for current pricing.
WARRANTY Sapphire 350 carry a fifty (50) year limited warranty.
MAINTENANCE Sapphire 350 panels are virtually maintenance free. Surface residue may be easily removed by conventional cleaning methods. Minor scratches may be touched up with a matching paint, available from the manufacturer.

GO GREEN WITH DML USA

In these modern times we must all make an effort to reduce our energy consumption while making sure we are using environmentally responsible, sustainable resources. Using DML USA Metal Roofing System is one of the ways we can achieve this goal.

95% Recycled Substance

DML USA Metal Roofing System is the sustainable choice for those who are concerned about human population's effect on our environment. As consumers, many of us are careful to collect our recyclable materials and turn them in for collection. In reality, though, we are offered very few consumer products through which we can "close the loop" by purchasing products that are high in recycled content. Metal roofing however, offers that option to consumers by allowing them to choose a significant building product on the basis of its recycled content. DML USA Metal Roofs contain up to 95% recycled substance. This is in stark contrast to conventional roofing shingles, which have much shorter lives and use oil-based products as their primary raw material.

Metal Rroofing on The List of "Green" Products

Whereas other old roofing materials are disposed of by the ton each year in landfills across the country, the steel used in metal roofing can be recycled in their entirety - even becoming, potentially, another DML USA Metal roof. The recycled content of metal roofing has been a compelling reason for several state and local entities, such as solid waste districts and departments of natural resources, to include metal roofing on their list of "green" and recycled-content products.

Prevent Global Warming

Since metal roofs absorb much less heat than other roofing materials there is less impact on the urban air temperature, making a DML USA Metal Roof better for all who live around you by keeping temperatures down. The reduction in air temperature also helps to improve air quality since less smog is formed and less fossil fuels are used to cool the home.
Cool metal roofing may be a relatively new idea in USA, but it is quickly gaining ground as the preferred roofing material for new or re-finished homes.

Save energy

By installing a DML USA Metal Roof you are reducing your energy consumption as you will require less air conditioning in the summer, which of course will save you hundreds of dollars in electric costs. You are also making a conscious decision to use materials that are environmentally friendly and recyclable, and improving the air quality around your home. With all these advantages it is no surprise that metal roofing is becoming so popular with homeowners, developers and contractors.

Choose "Green"

You are also making a conscious decision to use materials that are environmentally friendly and recyclable, and improving the air quality around your home. With all these advantages it is no surprise that metal roofing is becoming so popular with homeowners, developers and contractors.
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