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Snow Guards & Snow Retention for Metal Panel Systems

Compatible Snow Guards for Metal Panel Systems Roof Panels

SnoBlox-Snojax offers snow guards that are compatible with Metal Panel System steel roof systems. Our pad-style and bar-style snow retention systems help prevent dangerous snow slides that can damage gutters, HVAC units, and property below. Our snow retention solutions are proven for durability and performance and are compatible with most Metal Panel Systems roof panels.

Use our Snow Guard Spacing Guide to determine proper placement and quantity for your project. For help selecting the correct guard for your Metal Panel Systemsroof, contact our team or request a free quote. Always check with the panel manufacturer to confirm the compatibility of our snow retention systems.

Tip: Always install pad-style snow guards in multiple staggered rows across the entire roof to evenly distribute the snow loads. Space multiple rows of snow rails evenly as they go up the slope of the roof.

Standing Seam or Exposed Fastener?

Metal Panel Systems Steel Roofing: See the difference between standing seam and exposed fastener screw down panels.

  SL-100 Panel SL-150 Panel NS-100 Panel MP-200 Panel MP-175 Panel MP-150 Panel MP-100 Panel
Ecojax Snow Guards
Ecojax
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
IceJax I
IceJax I
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
IceJax II
IceJax II
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
SnoBlox Deuce
SnoBlox Deuce
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
SnoBlox Ace
Ace
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
Snojax II
Snojax II
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
SnowBreaker
SnowBreaker
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
Standing Seam SnoBar Snow Rails
SnoBar
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
Standing Seam ColorBar Snow Rails
ColorBar
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
Standing Seam SnoBar RCB-3 Snow Rails
SnoBar RCB-3
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
Standing Seam ColorBar RCB-3 Snow Rails
ColorBar RCB-3
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
2 Bar SnoBar Snow Rails
2 Bar SnoBar
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
2 Bar ColorBar Snow Rails
2 Bar ColorBar
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
Clamp On SnoCleat RC
SnoCleat RC
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO
Clamp On SnoCleat RCT
SnoCleat RCT
YES YES NO YES YES NO NO

Metal Panel Systems Snow Guard FAQs

Most roof panels manufactured by Metal Panel Systems are compatible with pad-style snow guards, clamp-on seam-mounted systems, and screw-down snow rails. Choosing the correct snow retention system depends on whether the roof is a standing-seam or an exposed-fastener roof.

Standing seam roofs by Metal Panel Systems should use clamp-on snow guards or snow rails that attach to the seam without penetrating the metal panels. You may use an adhesive‑mounted snow guard as an alternative to seam‑mounted clamps, but only for lighter‑duty applications under a 45 PSF ground snow load.

The number of snow guards depends on panel run, roof pitch, panel width, building location, and snow load. Most installations require multiple staggered rows across the roof for proper snow retention.

Pad-style snow guards should be installed in multiple staggered rows across the roof to evenly distribute snow loads and reduce the risk of sudden snow slides. Snow-rails should be installed in straight lines up the roof to evenly space out the snow load on the building.