A non-penetrating fastening system is defined as securing tile to the roof in a manner that limits the number of tile fastener penetrations into the waterproofing membrane, (The average "S" tile will create from 75 to 100 holes in the waterproofing when installed using nails), the penetrations that do occur, are sealed and the integrity of the waterproofing maintained. Non-penetrating systems evolved to secure the tile to the roof and to protect the waterproofing.
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Twist Wire System
The Twist Wire System is one of the oldest of the non-penetrating systems in use. It is comprised of two wires, that are twisted together with formed eyelets at approximately six inches on center. The eyelets are used to attach the Twist Wire to the decking substrate, using an applicable fastener, and for the appropriate tie wire for securing the tiles.
Product #101 Applicable to all styles of tile and decking substrates. Applicable from
2/12 to 24/12. Available in Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel, and H.D. Galvanized steel. Packaged in rolls of
one thousand feet. Applicable to California Title 24.
Standard Twist Wire Anchor
The Standard Twist Wire Anchor, #102, is manufactured from a one inch wide flat stock cut to a length of two inches, with two pre-punched fastener holes at each end and two "legs" formed from the center, for the intent of securing the #101 by placing the #101 eyelet over the #102 legs and then folding down the legs. Nails or screws are applicable to wooden substrates, 3/16 diameter compression anchors may be used on concrete decks, various screws are utilized on metal deck applications. Consult with the Wire Works Inc., to verify anchor securement.
Product #102. Applicable to most deck #101 attachments. Applicable from 2/12 to 24/12.
Available in Brass, Stainless Steel and H.D. Galvanized steel. Packaged as required per project usage.
Applicable to California Title 24. ( CAC Title 24 requires nonferrous materials
to be of like materials, i.e., stainless twist wire, stainless tie wire, stainless anchors. No mixing of
a different material should occur, i.e., stainless twist, brass or galv. anchors).
Disk Anchoring
Disc Anchoring comprises the use of two, three inch diameter disc and a screw, (for metal or wood decks), or a compression anchor, (for concrete decks), when used to secure the #101, Twist Wire System. The disc are used to "Sandwich", (one under, to the deck, and one over the Twist Wire), with the deck applicable fastener, running through the center of the disc and #101 Twist Wire eyelet. The fastener is then secured tight to the deck, compressing the #101 Twist Wire in place. The bottom disc acts as a bearing surface, protecting the waterproofing, as the top disc and fastener apply the required pressure. When this technique is used with the SST- 1, only the base use of the disc is routinely utilized .Consult the Wire Works Inc., to verify anchor/deck securement.
Product # 102D Applicable to most deck #101 and SST-1 attachment. Applicable from 2/12 to
24/12. Available in Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel and Galvanized Steel. Packaged in 1000 pieces per box Applicable
to California Tile 24. Same guidelines as #102 apply.
Straight Cut Tie Wire
Straight cut tie wires are used with the #101 Twist Wire and SST-1 systems and are used by tiler's in other fastening techniques, such as "nail and wire" methods, tying in cut pieces, and securing boosters. Straight and cut tie wires come in numerous thicknesses and special lengths are available upon request
Product #103. Applicable to all styles of tiles. Applicable from 2/12 to 24/12.
Available in Copper, Brass, Stainless steel and H.D. Galvanized steel. (Non-ferrous applicable to Title 24).
Available in precut lengths of 18 and 28 inches. Packaged in bundles of 1000 pieces.
Jiffy Tie Wires
Jiffy Ties offer a unique wiring method that has been utilized in various designs for years. As the name implies, Jiffy Ties are quicker to apply then standard tie wires. Jiffy Ties are manufactured in two styles; #103A incorporates a pre-formed hook or nose clip device. The #103A is especially suited to the cover sections of the tile. The #103B is formed with a single 90° bend that locks and seats onto the tile for securement. The #103B has no hook or nose clip device. On two-piece tile applications, the #103A is usually specified to the cover, with the #103B, to the pan.
Product #103A and B. Applicable to most styles of tiles. Applicable from 2/12 to 24/12.
Available in Copper, Brass, Stainless steel and H.D. Galvanized steel. Available with pre-formed tile hook styles,
#103A or with no hook, #103B. (Non-ferrous applicable to Title 24). Applicable to the Twist Wire #101 and the SST-1
Packaged in boxes of 1000 pieces.