Fixing guidelines Rockpanel boards
When fixed mechanically Rockpanel boards must be assembled with Rockpanel fixings on a suitable subframe (aluminium rail support or timber frame) and free of tension. When determining the subframe the following should be kept in mind:
- wind loading
- Determine the fundamental local basic wind velocity;
- Determine the maximum height of the building;
- Determine the site altitude;
- Determine the distance from the coast;
- Determine the distance to the edge of the city. - the building area, see figure below
- type of Rockpanel board, thickness and fastening system
- the required ventilation provisions
- unimpeded movement of the boards
- static load absorption, for example 1-field- or 2-field span
- legal local requirements
For processing and fixing of Rockpanel Natural and Rockpanel Lines² there are some additional requirements and guidelines to be aware of.
The calculated maximum fixing distances for the Rockpanel board material and maximum building heights for Rockpanel Lines² are based on the following characteristics:
- Rockpanel Durable boards;
- Location in country;
- Distance form the coast > 10 km;
- Site altitude ≤ 50 m;
- Building height ≤ 10 m (only applicable for Rockpanel Boards);
- Strength class timber:c24 according EN338
- Aluminium according approval.
General
 | Building area:A = Corner area |
Basic wind velocity
The map below can be used as indication for the fundamental basic wind velocity according to BE-EN 1991 1-4. If you are unsure on the exact zone the building is located in, please contact Rockpanel.
