Individual Panel Replaceability

The most measurable benefit of ABC’s symmetrical panel design is individual panel replaceability and repairability. The 138T's lower profile still satisfies the structural and weather-tightness standards while providing the ability to be removed, modified or re-installed as necessary. This results in a lower total cost of ownership and ensures a longer lasting roof system.

Superior Weather-Tight Performance

• Watertight Seam:

  The 138T Symmetrical System has a seam in the form of a “T” with two beads of continuous factory applied sealant. Once installed, this two-piece design provides an uninterrupted seal at the top of the seam, ensuring that there will be no break in the sealant at the clips. For further prevention of leaks, the symmetrical panel design allows installers to work around roof penetrations in order to secure a weather-tight curb solution as well.

• Insulating Airspace:

  The 138T is composed of a two-piece mechanically seamed standing seam roof panel with up to a 3/8” insulating airspace between the deck and panel system. This airspace helps to reduce the transfer of hot or cold air into the building.

• Unlimited Thermal Movement

  The entire Symmetrical System works collectively to adjust with the expansion and contraction that is typical of a metal roof as it is exposed to a range of temperatures. Since fixed clips are used, the installer need not worry about placement of slider bases to ensure the integrity of thermal movement

• Unmatched Wind Uplift:

  The symmetrical design performs so well in uplift testing that, in many instances, no additional framing is required to meet wind load criteria in a re-roof or retrofit application. This valuable, money-saving capability is not available with many other metal roofing systems, especially in coastal windstorm zones.

Efficient Installation

ABC’s 138T system is an excellent option for new construction on solid deck applications with slopes of 2:12 and greater. Symmetrical Panel Systems provide for a clean & efficient installation. Since the clip is not seamed (only the “T” cap), there is no time spent on pre-tonging clips and seaming malfunctions are easily repairable. With the panel’s symmetrical shape, clips can be pre-installed to further reduce labor time and costs. Start your metal roof installation in the center of hip roofs. Use fewer metal roof panels as well.

An Alternative to the Architectural Standing Seam Roof Panel System

With standing seam roof panel systems, you have a choice between architectural standing seam systems, also known as hydrokinetic systems, and structural systems, such as the 138T, also known as a hydrostatic system. The former is a water-shedding system, while the latter is a watertight system. The watertight variety is extremely strong and is capable of withstanding extremely high wind uplift pressures.

Why Purchase Symmetrical Standing Seam Roof Panel Systems from Architectural Building Components?

When you purchase a symmetrical standing seam roof panel system from Architectural Building Components, you are getting a high-quality metal roof that is built to last. More than a company that just sells you a metal roof, we strive to be a "problem solver" for our customers by providing symmetrical panels and endlap free production solutions to meet their specific roofing needs. Our streamlined production process allows us to complete any roofing project quickly, making us known as the metal roofing solutions company that is "Built for Speed."

Personalized Customer Service

With Architectural Building Components, you also get personalized customer service that is the best in the industry. With value-added services like no upcharge for ENERGY STAR® rated metallic colors, it is no wonder we have built a roster of highly satisfied customers in our more than 20 years in business. At Architectural Building Components, "we've got you covered."