Rethinking Edge Nailers

By Metal-Era.  

A large portion of roof system failures are attributed to wood nailers on the edge of the roof. Learn about an alternative that will reduce roofing failure.  

Unfortunately, wood nailers are prone to failure due to wood deterioration that comes from extreme weather conditions, insect infiltration and mold. Often, roofs fail at the edge because wood nailers aren’t durable enough to remain strong as they take on high winds, rain, hail, storms and severe weather. 

The good news is wood nailers are not your only option for the nailer; instead, you can use extruded aluminum as an alternative. Extruded aluminum comes with a variety of benefits versus the wood nailer. It will not warp, crack, split, rot, or deform, allowing continuous insulation to the roof edge (providing thermal advantages). 

Metal-Era offers a great alternative to the wood nailer that changes how the roof is constructed, eliminating the nailer and replacing it with a stronger alternative: Eliminailer-T. 

Extruded from heavy gauge aluminum and manufactured using more than 50% recycled, weather-resistant materials, Eliminailer-T is engineered for maximum roof performance and decreases liability and cost.  

Here is what makes the Eliminailer-T different from wood nailers: 

• Warranty and performance protection with wind coverage up to Category 5 Hurricane. 

• FM tested to 1-990, withstanding 1200 PSF. 

• Heavy gauge extruded aluminum will not warp, crack, split, rot or deform. 

• Continuous insulation at the roof edge (up to 47 percent R-value increase at the edge.) 

• Easy and precise insulation with pre-punched holes installing up to 60% faster when than wooden nailers. 

• Non-combustible made of more than 50% recycled materials and reusable when removed. 

Learn more about Metal-era in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.metalera.com. 

Original article source: Metal-Era 

About Metal-Era, Inc. 

Celebrating over 30 years of unequaled service in the industry, Metal-Era provides a wide selection of engineered roof edge systems designed to meet the roofing industry’s strictest standards. In 2006 Metal-Era introduced an innovative line of airflow products, to provide commercial buildings with proper intake and exhaust venting. Metal-Era employees and its nationwide network of experienced representatives and distributors are committed to providing superior products and personalized service. For more information about Metal-Era, visit www.metalera.com.