ColorGard 2.0 snow retention system improves performance, installation
The new ColorGard 2.0 snow retention system distributed by Petersen features enhanced performance, simplified installation and streamlined components. It is designed with safety, efficiency and reliability in mind, and is engineered to reduce the risk of rooftop avalanches while preserving the clean look of metal roofs.
ColorGard 2.0 is a solution that prevents rooftop avalanches, which pose a risk during winter months as accumulated snow and ice can slide off the roof, endangering people and property below. This new design simplifies the assembly process and significantly reduces installation time. Installers no longer are required to preassemble ColorGard 2.0 before getting on the roof – it is now a true lay-and play system for new construction and retrofit applications.
“We’re excited to offer a next-generation snow-retention solution that is born specifically from contractor feedback,” said Mike Weis, VP of sales, Carlisle Architectural Metals. “It’s aimed at making the installation process easier and quicker to provide labor savings. The true lay-and-play system functionality and ease of installation aligns directly with Petersen’s values, and we’re pleased to offer this innovative solution.” Designed to last the life of a roof with corrosion-resistant materials, ColorGard 2.0 is load-tested on 500+ roof profiles, ensuring safety and reliability.
The new VersaClip 2.0 can be installed directly over splices, removing the need for in-field cutting. The ColorGard Crossmember 2.0 and VersaClip 2.0 offer improved functionality, while the included splice ensures continuous, unbroken snow retention with room for expansion and contraction. The ColorGard SnoClip 2.0 also utilizes the lay-and-play installation method and is held in place with a zip screw for permanent placement. ColorGard Clamps that attach the crossmember to the standing seam roof will remain unchanged.
All 2.0 components will be clearly marked in material descriptions to differentiate them from original 1.0 parts. Additionally, a customer portal, hosted on the S-5! website, will be available for selling of existing 1.0 inventory. This will provide distributors the opportunity to manage stock before transitioning to the new system.
Petersen will sell all existing inventory of the original ColorGard 1.0 system before making the switch to the new ColorGard 2.0 system. Petersen customers and distributors should plan accordingly. Contact a Petersen sales representative with questions or for further details.
