Name: Gerard Calibre
Brand: Gerard Roofs

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Product Description

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Clean lines define the unrivalled elegance of Calibre. This new Gerard profile will elevate the appearance of any contemporary home. Crafted out of the highest quality zinc-aluminium alloy coated steel, each panel is designed and manufactured in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. And with its concealed fastening technology, Calibre’s modern, streamlined look will help you realise your architectural vision.

Key features

Lightweight zinc-aluminium alloy coated steel panels
Elegant, contemporary design
New Concealed Fastening - screws hidden from view, and the elements
Durable and reliable in any weather
Suitable for use on roofs with pitch from 15 degrees
No back flash around roof penetrations required
Designed and manufactured in New Zealand
30 years warranty*

Other performance attributes

Long lasting in any environment
Made from steel - infinitely recyclable
Lightweight interlocking design provides strong seismic performance
Opposes wind uplift to improve performance.
Exceeds the worlds health organisations standard for water run-off
Lightweight with a high strength-to-weight ratio

Gerard Calibre is suitable for use on buildings that comply with NZS 3604.

Code-compliant for the following environmental conditions:

Wind Zone - Specific Design
Corrosion Zone - Corrosion Zone D
Seismic Zone - High

Installation requirements

Minimum roof pitch 15 degrees.
System is Code-compliant on the condition it is installed by a licensed applicator / installer.
Rafters and valley boards are to be correctly installed by the builder before roofing can start (refer to the Builders' Checklist).

If alterations are made to the home after the installation of the roof - such as fitting of chimneys, extension, installation of skylights etc - it is important to ensure that the materials that are used are compatible with the roofing material.

It is recommended to chemically clean the roof before growths are seen as a preventative maintenance measure.

Statement of Building Code compliance

The system if designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with supporting technical information and additional conditions and limitations will meet the following provisions of the New Zealand Building Code: