Rocky Mountain Snow Guards introduces Rocky Fence for standing seam metal roofs

New two-pipe aluminum snow fence offers big savings.

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards has launched the Rocky Fence, a cost-effective two-pipe snow fence for standing seam metal roofs. Developed for new construction and retrofit projects, Rocky Fence gives contractors, architects and building owners another option when desiring the look and function of a fence-style snow retention system while delivering material cost savings.

Rocky Fence uses one aluminum bracket and two nominal one-inch aluminum tubes. The bracket bolts to a compatible S-5!® clamp selected for a specific roof panel and seam geometry. The snow fence system is available in mill finish aluminum or with a powder-coated finish, including dark bronze and custom colors.

Lower product cost

The most comparable system to Rocky Fence available from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards is Blizzard II. Based on the company’s current average pricing comparisons, Rocky Fence provides the following savings over the Blizzard II system:

• Mill finish aluminum - $5 per linear foot under Blizzard II
• Custom powder-coated finish - $7 per linear foot under Blizzard II
• Dark bronze finish - $18 per linear foot under Blizzard II

“We developed Rocky Fence for customers who want a practical, cost-effective two-pipe system,” says Brian Cross, sales and operations partner with Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. “This product gives the marketplace a competitively priced option in a variety of finishes for residential and commercial projects while preserving the project specific approach that proper snow retention demands.”

Cross goes on to say that Rocky Fence is not simply a lower-cost alternative snow retention product. “This two-pipe bracket design is stronger than the comparable Blizzard II system, providing greater strength while reducing product cost across the finish categories.”

Every roof starts with a layout

Snow retention performance on all kinds of roofing materials depends on the roof panel, seam geometry, clamp selection, connections, fasteners, bracket spacing and installation. Just as with all snow retention projects, Rocky Fence should be specified with a project-specific layout based on the actual standing seam metal roof and project conditions.

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards provides free project-specific layouts and quotes to help contractors and design professionals select and install the appropriate system, clamp and spacing for a project. To request a Rocky Fence layout, quote, or product information, visit www.rockymountainsnowguards.com or call 877-414-7606.

About Rocky Mountain Snow Guards

Rocky Mountain Snow Guards, Inc. manufactures snow guards and fence-style snow retention systems designed to protect people and property. The company offers free layouts and quotes for product placement, plus free training for roofing contractors and architects. Metal products are warrantied for 50 years. Proud sponsor of Roofers® Coffee Shop and founder of National Snow Guards Safety Month.