DualGard™ Bracket

Introducing the DualGard Bracket from S-5!, a key component of the DualGard snow guard system designed for superior roof protection. This bracket is specially engineered to offer unmatched lateral stability and strength for your roofing needs. Detailed Description: Innovative Design: The DualGard Bracket is an integral part of the DualGard snow guard system. Its design focuses on providing lateral stability to the entire assembly, ensuring a more secure and durable installation. Material and Build: Crafted with precision, the DualGard Bracket is designed to secure the crossmembers to the clamps. This design is not only robust but also ensures the system's overall stability and longevity. Compatibility: Perfectly compatible with the DualGard system, this bracket can be used alongside other components like the DualPipe™ and DualClip™. It is designed to work seamlessly with standing seam and corrugated metal roofs, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of applications. Easy Installation: The DualGard Bracket is user-friendly and designed for easy installation. It allows for a quick and secure attachment of the crossmembers, facilitating a hassle-free setup process. Enhanced Roof Protection: By providing added strength and stability, the DualGard Bracket plays a crucial role in preventing snow and ice from sliding off metal roofs, thereby enhancing the safety and integrity of your structure. Aesthetics and Customization: While focusing on functionality, this bracket also contributes to the aesthetic appeal of your roof. It can be integrated smoothly into the roofing system, maintaining the overall look and feel of your building's design.   Ideal for: This bracket is an excellent choice for contractors, architects, and homeowners seeking a reliable snow guard solution for their metal roofing systems. Dualgard Components DualPipe with Splice   View Product » DualClip II   View Product » DualClip III   View Product » DualCollars & Endcaps for DualGard Pipe   View Product » Frequently Asked Questions What is the DualGard snow guard system? The DualGard system is a two-pipe metal roof snow bar system designed to control snow sliding from standing seam or exposed-fastener metal roof profiles. It includes components like the DualGard Bracket, DualPipe™, and DualClip™, offering a robust solution for snow retention on metal roofs. Is DualGard compatible with all types of metal roofs? DualGard is compatible with a wide range of metal roofs, including standing seam and corrugated profiles. It utilizes S-5! Mini clamps for standing seam roofs and the CorruBracket™ for corrugated roofs, ensuring versatile mounting options. Can the DualGard system be customized to match my roof? Yes, the DualGard system can be powder-coated or anodized to match the color of your roof, providing both functional and aesthetic benefits. How does the DualGard Bracket contribute to the system? The DualGard Bracket is designed for lateral system stability, providing two anchor points per bracket and reducing the moment arm for added strength. This enhances the overall stability and safety of the snow guard system. Are there any specific tools required for installing the DualGard system? Standard tools required for metal roof work are generally sufficient for installing the DualGard system. Detailed installation instructions are available online to guide you through the process. Is professional installation required for the DualGard system? While professional installation is recommended for optimal safety and performance, the system is designed for user-friendly installation. However, if you are not experienced in roofing, it is advisable to hire a professional. Where can I find installation instructions for the DualGard system? Installation instructions, including a brochure and product sheets, are available on the S-5! website. You may also check out their Youtube channel. These resources provide detailed guidance for proper installation.   From The Manufacturer DualGard is the most versatile 1-inch, two-pipe snow retention system for all standing seam roof applications. DualGard utilizes two S-5!® Mini clamps for extra strength versus other two-pipe systems. All DualGard components can be used with VersaGard™, VersaGard™ V and CorruBracket™ offering a complete snow retention system for trapezoidal and corrugated exposed fastened roofs. Versatility, reliability and strength in one system. DualGard™ is a complete, two-pipe snow retention system created for those who prefer a pipe-style snow retention system with the strength, testing, quality and time-proven integrity you expect from S-5!. DualGard can also be color-finished to match the roof. The system utilizes two anchor points per bracket, and can be engineered for structural adequacy online with our new DualGard calculator and backed by independent lab testing. DualGard is the most versatile and reliable pipe system on the market. And, in the S-5! tradition, also the lowest cost.   Installation guide Preparation: Gather tools: Screw gun, calibrated torque wrench, string line, tape measure, reciprocating saw, 3/16” Allen bit tip, 1/8” Allen bit tip, and a 1/2" hex socket bit. Understand that installation varies based on clamp model and seam style. Ensure familiarity with safety precautions and appropriate tools. Bracket Alignment:  Use a string line to align brackets. Measure up from the eave at each end of the run and install a clamp at each end. Wrap a string line around these clamps and pull it tight. Install remaining clamps along this line. Clamp Installation: Step 1: Pre-load set screws into each clamp and DualCollar. Step 2: Install the first row of S-5 Mini clamps along the string line. Tighten each set screw to the recommended torque specification. Step 3: Prepare pipe/bracket/clamp assembly. Slide DualGard brackets onto 8 ft pipes and adjust DualCollars. Step 4: Attach the second row of S-5 Mini clamps with attached pipe brackets, aligning each bracket with clamps installed previously. Completing Assembly: Steps 5 & 6: Use pipe splices to connect sections of pipe, ensuring they are staggered for top and bottom pipes. Repeat previous steps until the assembly is complete. Tighten set screws on the collars, allowing for thermal movement. Trim excess pipe and install end caps.   Additional Components: Consider using DualClips (DualClip II or DualClip III) for enhanced snow retention. They are optional but recommended.   Final Checks: Ensure all components are tightened to the correct specifications. Inspect the entire installation for alignment and proper fitting.   It's important to read the entire installation guide before starting and follow all safety precautions. Installation should be done by professionals experienced in the trade. For more detailed information and specific torque values, refer to the official S-5! website or the installation instructions provided with your clamps. S5 Lifetime Warranty S-5! offers two main warranties: a Lifetime Product Defect Warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship, and a System Performance Warranty for the ColorGard® Snow Retention system, which is unique in the snow guard market and has a term of 30 years or the life of the roof, whichever comes first. The Product Defect Warranty has been extended to a lifetime term based on their long history of minimal claims and their products designed to outlast the roofs they are mounted on. For more detailed information, please visit the S-5! Warranty page.