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Snow Guards For 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply

Snow guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply panels help control sudden rooftop snow and ice movement above entrances, sidewalks, parking areas, landscaping, equipment, and other vulnerable locations. The correct SnoBlox-Snojax solution depends first on whether the roof uses a standing seam concealed-fastener system or an exposed-fastener panel, and then on the specific 1st Coast panel profile.

Compatible 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply snow retention options may include adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards, screw-fastened guards, SnowCatcher, PBR-style rails, 2.67 corrugated systems, non-penetrating clamp-on rails, RCB-3 rails, 2-bar rails, and SnoCleat products, depending on panel geometry.
  • Standing seam and exposed-fastener panels require different attachment methods.
  • Armour Loc and Armour Loc Clip accept adhesive-mounted guards and compatible clamp-on systems.
  • Armour PBR and Armour Rib accept PBR-style systems, while Armour 5-V Crimp also accepts 2.67 corrugated systems.
  • Final selection should consider roof slope, panel width, roof run, snow load, panel material, surface configuration, and a full-roof layout.
Important: Do not select a snow guard based on appearance alone. A product suited to one 1st Coast profile may not fit another. Clamp-on assemblies belong only on compatible standing seams. At the same time, exposed-fastener panels may require adhesive bonding, mechanical fastening, PBR brackets, or 2.67 corrugated brackets. An incorrect choice can reduce holding strength, increase leak risk, or lead to premature failure.

⚡ 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Primary Quick Selection Guide

Use this section for quick profile-level direction. Confirm exact fit in the complete charts below.

  • Armour Loc and Armour Loc Clip: Adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards plus compatible standing seam SnoBar, ColorBar, RCB-3, 2-bar, and SnoCleat RC/RCT systems.
  • Armour PBR: Compatible with the broad PBR group and selected pad-style guards.
  • Armour Rib: Compatible with smaller pad-style products and PBR systems; IceJax II, SnoBlox Ace, and SnoJax II are not shown as compatible.
  • Armour 5-V Crimp: Compatible with pad-style guards, PBR products, and 2.67 corrugated systems.
  • Standing seam warning: Never fasten screw-down snow guards through concealed-fastener standing seam panels.

About 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply

1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply is a Florida-based manufacturer and supplier with roughly 25 years of metal roofing experience. Its locally produced lineup includes hurricane-resistant roofing options for residential, commercial, agricultural, and metal-building applications, along with contractor resources, installation information, and statewide delivery services.

Snow Retention Solutions for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Panels

The manufacturer offers both concealed-fastener standing seam profiles and exposed-fastener panels, so you must match compatibility to the exact panel. Standing seam roofs typically use a compatible non-penetrating clamp-on system or adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards on a suitable flat bonding surface. Exposed-fastener panels may accept glue-down or screw-down guards and mechanically fastened rail systems when the attachment engages adequate structure beneath the roof panel.

Explore our complete selection of snow guards for metal roofs and use the matrices below to identify products listed for each profile. “YES” identifies a listed fit; “NO” identifies a product not shown as compatible with that panel.

Snow Guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Standing Seam Roof Panels

The standing seam section covers Armour Loc and Armour Loc Clip. Armour Loc is offered in 12- to 16-inch widths with 1.5-inch ribs, while Armour Loc Clip is available in widths from 12 to 24 inches with 1.75-inch ribs. Both profiles can use adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards and compatible clamp-on snow retention systems. We recommend a test fit before ordering clamp-mounted products.

Standing seam warning: Do not install screw-down snow guards through these concealed-fastener panels. Use a compatible seam-mounted clamp system or an adhesive-mounted guard on a suitable flat surface.

Need more information about compatible snow guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply standing seam roof panels? Read the full guide: Snow Guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Standing Seam Metal Roof Panels.

Both standing seam profiles show the same broad compatibility with adhesive-mounted guards and non-penetrating clamp-on systems. 

Use SureBond SB-190 only on suitable materials and finishes, allow approximately 28 days at 50°F or above for full cure, and use a heavier adhesive application where striations create gaps. Aluminum panels may need additional rail rows because they are less rigid than steel.

For rail installations above pedestrian or parking areas, consider IceStoppers to help manage snow and ice below the bar.

Snow Guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Exposed Fastener Roof Panels

This section covers Armour PBR, Armour Rib, and Armour 5-V Crimp. Armour PBR provides 36 inches of coverage with 1.25-inch major ribs at 12 inches on center. Armour Rib uses 0.75-inch ribs spaced 9 inches on center. Armour 5-V Crimp has alternating single- and double-rib formations on approximately 11.5-inch spacing.

Exposed fastener reminder: Compatible screw-down snow guards and rails must be mounted through the low, flat portion of the panel and into sufficient structure. Do not attach guards or rail brackets only to the high ribs.

Need more information about compatible snow guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply exposed-fastener panels? Read the full guide: Snow Guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Exposed Fastener Metal Roof Panels.

  Armour PBR Panel Armour Rib Panel Armour 5-V Crimp Panel
IceJax I
IceJax I		 YES YES YES
IceJax II
IceJax II		 YES NO YES
EcoJax
EcoJax		 YES YES YES
SnoBlox Deuce
SnoBlox Deuce		 YES YES YES
SnoBlox Ace
SnoBlox Ace		 YES NO YES
SnoJax I
SnoJax I		 YES YES YES
SnoJax II
SnoJax II		 YES NO YES
SnowBreaker
SnowBreaker		 YES YES YES
SnowCatcher
SnowCatcher		 YES YES YES
SnoCleat PBR
SnoCleat PBR		 YES YES YES
SnoCleat 2.67
SnoCleat 2.67		 NO NO YES
SnoBar PBR
SnoBar PBR		 YES YES YES
ColorBar PBR
ColorBar PBR		 YES YES YES
SnoBar 2.67
SnoBar 2.67		 NO NO YES
ColorBar 2.67
ColorBar 2.67		 NO NO YES

Armour PBR accepts the complete PBR group and most pad-style products. Armour Rib accepts EcoJax, SnoBlox Deuce, IceJax I, SnoJax I, SnowBreaker, SnowCatcher, and PBR systems, but not IceJax II, SnoBlox Ace, or SnoJax II.

Armour 5-V Crimp is the only profile in this chart compatible with SnoCleat 2.67, SnoBar 2.67, and ColorBar 2.67. 

Use SureBond SB-190 for adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards on compatible roof materials and finishes. Mechanically mounted systems must engage suitable decking or purlins beneath the panel.

1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Snow Guard Buying Checklist

  • Confirm the exact 1st Coast panel name before choosing a product.
  • Identify the roof type: standing seam, concealed fastener, exposed fastener, PBR-style, or 5-V corrugated.
  • Verify the attachment method: adhesive, screw-down, clamp-on, PBR bracket, or 2.67 bracket.
  • Check ground snow load. Individual glue-down or screw-down guards are generally suited to lighter snow-load applications. Higher loads often require rail systems.
  • Request a layout instead of protecting only isolated doors, walkways, chimneys, or equipment.
  • Order a sample or single unit when you need a test fit. SnoBlox-Snojax products have no minimum order requirement.

Need Help Identifying Your 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Panel?

If you are not sure which 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply panel you have, carefully compare the panel profile, review the two detailed 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply blog posts linked above, and order a single test-fit unit before committing to a full project. For project-specific help, contact SnoBlox-Snojax at support@snojax.com or call 1-800-766-5291.

Do you have a metal roof from a different manufacturer?

Visit our "Snow Guard Compatibility by Roof Manufacturer" resource page for detailed information on which snow guards and snow retention systems are compatible with your metal roof.

Compatibility Guidance Note

SnoBlox-Snojax bases the compatibility information presented in this guide on product testing and field experience with 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply metal roof panel profiles. Panel manufacturers periodically update profile specifications, and individual project variables, such as seam condition, coating type, and installation method, can affect outcomes. Customers are encouraged to confirm current panel specifications directly with 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply and to contact SnoBlox-Snojax with project-specific questions before ordering.

Snow Guards for 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply Steel Roofing Panels – Compatibility & Installation FAQ

Compatibility depends on the exact panel profile and whether the roof uses concealed or exposed fasteners. Armour Loc and Armour Loc Clip panels accept adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards and compatible non-penetrating clamp-on systems. Armour PBR, Armour Rib, and Armour 5-V Crimp panels accept selected screw-down or adhesive-mounted guards and mechanically fastened rail systems.
Armour Loc and Armour Loc Clip are concealed-fastener standing seam panels. Compatible options include adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards, SnoBar and ColorBar standing seam systems, RCB-3 systems, 2-Bar systems, SnoCleat RC, and SnoCleat RCT.
No. Screw-down snow guards should not penetrate concealed-fastener standing seam panels. Use compatible clamp-on products that attach without penetrating the seam or adhesive-mounted polycarbonate guards installed on a suitable flat bonding surface.
Yes. Seam dimensions, coatings, and field conditions can affect clamp compatibility. Order a single clamp or SnoCleat for a test fit before purchasing a complete clamp-on snow retention system.
Armour PBR, Armour Rib, and Armour 5-V Crimp are exposed-fastener profiles. Depending on the panel, compatible products may include polycarbonate snow guards, SnowBreaker, SnowCatcher, SnoCleat systems, SnoBar, and ColorBar rails.
Yes. Ecojax is a polycarbonate snow guard that fits the same 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply panel profiles as the SnoBlox Deuce. It is compatible with Armour Loc, Armour Loc Clip, Armour PBR, Armour Rib, and Armour 5-V Crimp when the appropriate attachment method is used.
Armour PBR is compatible with IceJax I, IceJax II, Ecojax, SnoBlox Deuce, SnoBlox Ace, SnoJax I, SnoJax II, SnowBreaker, SnowCatcher, SnoCleat PBR, SnoBar PBR, and ColorBar PBR. The 2.67 corrugated systems are not compatible with Armour PBR.
Armour Rib is compatible with IceJax I, Ecojax, SnoBlox Deuce, SnoJax I, SnowBreaker, SnowCatcher, SnoCleat PBR, SnoBar PBR, and ColorBar PBR. IceJax II, SnoBlox Ace, SnoJax II, and the 2.67 corrugated systems are not compatible with this profile.
Armour 5-V Crimp is compatible with all products listed in the exposed-fastener compatibility chart, including pad-style snow guards, SnowCatcher, PBR systems, and 2.67 corrugated systems.
Armour 5-V Crimp is the only 1st Coast Metal Roofing Supply panel shown as compatible with SnoCleat 2.67, SnoBar 2.67, and ColorBar 2.67. These products are not compatible with Armour PBR or Armour Rib.
Install compatible screw-down guards and rail brackets through the low, flat portions of the panel and into adequate structural material, such as suitable wood decking or metal purlins. Do not fasten snow guards or rail brackets only to the panel’s high ribs.
SureBond SB-190 may be used with compatible polycarbonate snow guards when the roof material, coating, and available bonding surface are suitable. The adhesive requires about 28 days at 50°F or higher to cure fully. SureBond SB-190 is not recommended for copper roofing.
Snow guards should not be concentrated only above isolated areas. This can overload a small section of the system and cause it to fail. A complete layout should distribute snow retention devices across the roof area to manage the accumulated snow load properly.
Individual glue-down or screw-down snow guards are generally best suited to areas with ground snow loads of 45 psf or less. Rail systems are recommended for ground snow loads above 45 psf. They may also be appropriate for lower-load projects requiring a more robust snow retention system.
The correct quantity and row configuration depend on the roof slope, eave length, panel width, roof run, roofing material, ground snow load, and selected product. Request a project-specific layout rather than estimating the number of guards from the eave length alone.
Compare the panel dimensions and rib configuration with the Armour Loc, Armour Loc Clip, Armour PBR, Armour Rib, and Armour 5-V Crimp profiles shown in the linked blogs. You can also order a single product for a test fit or contact SnoBlox-Snojax at support@snojax.com or 1-800-766-5291 for assistance.

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