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I N S T A L L A T I O N M A N U A L

C L I C K F I X

Clickfix is a modular panel suitable for the construction of vertical and pitched translucent glazing. Consisting of a multiwall polycarbon-ate panel called Clickfix mm, aluminium profiles, rubber gaskets and fixing hooks. The panel is complemented by a range of accessories, making it versatile, easy to install and resistant to weathering.

The panel can be applied to all vertical and sloped walls with a pitch of less than 45°, related to vertical.

T U F L I T E ™ C L I C K F I X P A N E L

S P E C I F I C A T I O N STranslucent glazing made up of Clickfix system comprising:

Multiwall polycarbonate panel, coextruded UV-protection on the outer surface, 4-wall construction, 40 mm thickness, 3,7 kg/m² in weight, U-value 1,5 W/m² K, colors clear (other colors on request); edges closed with aluminium tape; dimensions: module 500 mm wide, length (to be defined); 10 year guarantee.

Perimeter anodized aluminium profiles, silver finish minimum 15 micron (or raw profiles).

External seal in EPDM rubber.

Aluminium fixing hooks (if required).

CLICKFIX PANEL

Clickfix is a multiwall polycarbonate panel with co-extruded UV-protection on the outer surface. Clickfix panel fit together by means of interlocking male-female couplings; in this way it is possible to close easily and quickly different types of openings (sheds, continuous vertical glazing) also with opening elements with the same panel and with specific aluminium profiles.

S Y S T E M C O M P O N E N T S

UV PROTECTED SIDE

W E I G H T

W I D T H ( L )

R I B S P A C E ( A S )

M O D U L E W I D T H ( L m )

L E N G T H

M A X I M U M L E N G T H

D I M E N S I O N V A L U E

T H I C K N E S S ( S )

3 . 7 k g / m 2

5 2 8 m m

2 5 . 8 m m

5 0 0 m m

7 0 0 0 m m

1 3 . 5 0 0 m m

4 0 m m

C O L O R S L T

C O E F F I C I E N T O F T H E R M A L E X P A N S I O N

T E M P E R A T U R E R A N G E ( C O N T I N U O U S U S E )

T H E R M A L I N S U L A T I O N 1 , 5 W / M 2 K - 1 , 3 K C A L / M ² H º C

U V P R O T E C T I O N

C L E A R ( 8 0 0 5 )

- 3 0 ° C + 1 2 0 ° C

C O - E X T R U D E D O N T H E O U T E R S U R F A C E ( O N B O T H S I D E S O N R E Q U E S T )

0 . 0 6 5 m m / m ° C ( 6 . 5 × 1 0 - 5 M / M K )

O P A L ( 8 1 2 1 )

7 4 %

5 1 %

1.1.1 STANDARD DIMENSIONS

Lm

L

s

1.1.2 UPPER AND SIDE ALUMINIUM PROFILE

The upper and side aluminium profile serves to secure Clickfix panel; a lip holds the gasket in place and a special housing accommodates a connector plate at the profile joints. This profile can be fixed with screws both in vertical than in horizontal position (see dashed lines in the figure).

L E N G T H

W E I G H T

A R E A

A N O D I Z I N G

T O L E R A N C E S

T E C H N I C A L D A T A

5 7 0 0 m m / 6 5 0 0 m m

0 , 8 9 5 k g / m

3 3 2 m m 2

1 5 µ

U N I E N 7 5 5 / 9

42.6

9

1.5

1.2 1.2 1.1 8.5

54.51.2

83 26

.5

20

2.2

1.5

1.5

2.5

53

56

1.9

R0.5

1.5

1

2

1.1.3 SIMPLE LOWER ALUMINIUM PROFILE

The simple lower aluminium profile serves to secure Clickfix panel; a lip holds the gasket in place and a special housing accommodates a connector plate at the profile joints. This profile can be fixed with screws both in vertical than in horizontal position (see dashed lines in the figure).

L E N G T H

W E I G H T

A R E A

A N O D I Z I N G

T O L E R A N C E S


5 7 0 0 m m / 6 5 0 0 m m

0 , 6 5 5 k g / m

2 4 2 m m 2

1 5 µ

U N I E N 7 5 5 / 9

4.8

9

1.2

1.5

53

2.2

1.5

8.5

2

723

3020.3

60

10

1.2

42.6

2.5

16

1.1.4 LOWER ALUMINIUM PROFILE WITH SILL

The lower aluminium profile serves to secure Clickfix panel; an extruded sill channels water away from the building. A lip holds the gasket in place and a special housing accommodates a connector plate at the profile joints.

This profile can be fixed with screws both in vertical than in horizontal position (see dashed lines in the figure).

L E N G T H

W E I G H T

A R E A

A N O D I Z I N G

T O L E R A N C E S


6 5 0 0 M M

1 , 0 6 2 K G / M

3 9 3 M M 2

1 5 µ

U N I E N 7 5 5 / 9

1.5

1.2

942.6

2.5

1.5

8.5

33

7

4.8

1.2

38.3

46.3 58.2

116

1.5

8.5

30

44

1.2

60

9.4

2542

16.2

85.6

60.6

1.2

1.2

1.2

1.2

1.2

40.2

41.4

4

42.6

40.2

1.2

1.29.

4

3.2

3 7

1.24

This profile is used to construct the opening frame which contains the Clickfix panel and the fixed frame which is fixed to the structure. In this way it is possible to construct windows which open outwards and are hinged at the top.

1.1.5 WINDOW PROFILE

L E N G T H

W E I G H T

A R E A

A N O D I Z I N G

T O L E R A N C E S


6 5 0 0 m m

0 , 7 6 0 k g / m

2 8 2 m m 2

1 5 µ

U N I E N 7 5 5 / 9

L E N G T H

W E I G H T

A R E A

A N O D I Z I N G

T O L E R A N C E S


6 0 0 0 m m

2 , 4 5 7 k g / m

9 0 9 m m 2

1 5 µ

U N I E N 7 5 5 / 9

1.1.6 HIGH UPPER PROFILE

10.9

10.9

34.1

170

11.3

5

15.3

6

25.2

24.4

167

2

R3

R3

R0.5 R0.5

R3

2

54

2

25

2.5

5.4

M9S4

M9S4

This profile is made up of two elements joined together and it is used replacing profile in order to contain the upper part of panel when they have a length included between 7m and 15m.

Two slots hold gaskets in place and a special housing accommodates a connector plate at the profile joints.

The fixing hooks (aluminium or stainless steel ones) enable the panel to be fixed to the face of a load bearing structure in situations where a panel on its own would not support the weight. The hook must be placed between the load bearing structure and the panel so that it remains hidden. A hook must be fixed to every panel, corresponding with each longitudinal support. The maximum distance between supports should be calculated based on the required load (look at load tables). The hook should be fixed with the required number of screws (5 mm) suitable for the type of sub structure (wood screws for timber, self drilling or self tapping for steel, rawl-type plugs for concrete, etc).

L E N G T H

A R E A

W E I G H T

T O L E R A N C E S


H O L E S F O R S C R E W S

6 0 m m

3 7 1 m m 2

6 0 g / c a d

U N I E N 7 5 5 / 9

3 h o l e s , 6 m m

1.2 FIXING HOOKS

40

60

66

6

4810 20 12

10 48 20 12

7 57.5 18.54

5

1.590

1.5

1.56

.5

3

8

3

3.5 5

1.3 ALUMINIUM HINGE

The EPDM rubber gasket (compatible with polycarbonate) must be positioned on the outside of the upper, side, simple lower and sill profiles, in the special lip, to ensure that the system is perfectly watertight.

1.4.1 PERIMETER GASKET

G A S K E T S

The opening gasket is used to seal the fixed frame and opening frame. The slot in the opening profile is designed to accommodate the gasket.

1.4.2 OPENING GASKET

The brackets enable an angle of 90º to be constructed in the sub frame and opening frame, by pre-drilling the channel in the opening profile.

1.5 OPENING BRACKET

8mm

6

9

30

1.5(I)

364

7

3

16

Boccola flangiata

vite Ph-AB 4,2x13UNI 6955

Perno

Vite Ph 5x10UNI 7687

S P A N C A P A C I T Y A N D L O A D R E S I S T A N C E

The load tables are referred to the maximum resistance of Clickfix panel (breaking point), constructed with the accessories indicated

and following the instructions contained in this manual.

THE ESTIMATION OF ACTUAL LOADS, AMPLIFICATION FACTORS AND SAFETY COEFFICIENTS ARE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PLANNER.

The load data differentiates between pressure and uplift.

In calculating the external load bearing on the structure, the planner must verify both the climatic conditions of the place in

which the building will be constructed, as well as the general and particular characteristics of the structure into which the

polycarbonate is to be inserted.

Aerodynamic peculiarities, such as valleys, involve multiplication factors of the external loads (for example on the lateral

edges of the structure the wind load has an amplification factor 2, in the valleys snow loadings can be expected.)

For these values please refer to the relevant regulations in force in the country involved.

If the value at failure is used as a project parameter, then the appropriate safety coefficient should be calculated in line with

regulations in force in the country and the project criteria.

L O A D ( N / M 2 ) M A X I M U M H E I G H T C O R R E S P O N D I N G T O B R E A K A G E ( m m )

5 0 0

7 5 0

1 0 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 5 0 0

1 7 5 0

2 0 0 0

2 2 5 0

2 5 0 0

2 7 5 0

2 3 5 0

2 1 0 0

1 9 5 0

1 8 0 0

1 7 0 0

1 6 5 0

1 5 5 0

1 5 0 0

L O A D ( N / M 2 ) M A X I M U M H E I G H T C O R R E S P O N D I N G T O 1 / 1 0 0 D E F L E C T I O N ( m m )

5 0 0

7 5 0

1 0 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 5 0 0

1 7 5 0

2 0 0 0

2 2 5 0

2 5 0 0

1 4 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 1 5 0

1 0 5 0

1 0 0 0

9 5 0

9 0 0

8 5 0

8 0 0

L O A D ( N / M 2 ) M A X I M U M H E I G H T C O R R E S P O N D I N G T O 1 / 5 0 D E F L E C T I O N ( m m )

5 0 0

7 5 0

1 0 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 5 0 0

1 7 5 0

2 0 0 0

2 2 5 0

2 5 0 0

1 7 0 0

1 5 5 0

1 4 5 0

1 3 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 2 0 0

1 1 5 0

1 1 0 0

1 0 5 0

Failure of system is considered, i.e. the lowest value between the collapse of the panel, failure of the frame or the panel springing out of its housing

Limit of maximum deflection at 1/100 of span between supports


THREE SITUATIONS ARE CONSIDERED:

PRESSURE LOAD TABLES WITH TWO SUPPORTS

Failure of system is considered, i.e. the lowest value between the collapse of the panel, failure of the frame or the panel springing out of its housing



L O A D ( N / M 2 ) M A X I M U M H E I G H T C O R R E S P O N D I N G T O B R E A K A G E ( M M )

5 0 0

7 5 0

1 0 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 5 0 0

1 7 5 0

2 0 0 0

2 2 5 0

2 5 0 0

2 7 5 0

2 3 5 0

2 1 0 0

1 9 5 0

1 8 0 0

1 7 0 0

1 6 5 0

1 5 5 0

1 5 0 0

L O A D ( N / M 2 ) M A X I M U M H E I G H T C O R R E S P O N D I N G T O 1 / 1 0 0 D E F L E C T I O N ( M M )

5 0 0

7 5 0

1 0 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 5 0 0

1 7 5 0

2 0 0 0

2 2 5 0

2 5 0 0

1 4 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 1 5 0

1 0 5 0

1 0 0 0

9 5 0

9 0 0

8 5 0

8 0 0

L O A D ( N / M 2 ) M A X I M U M H E I G H T C O R R E S P O N D I N G T O 1 / 5 0 D E F L E C T I O N ( M M )

5 0 0

7 5 0

1 0 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 5 0 0

1 7 5 0

2 0 0 0

2 2 5 0

2 5 0 0

1 7 0 0

1 5 5 0

1 4 5 0

1 3 0 0

1 2 5 0

1 2 0 0

1 1 5 0

1 1 0 0

1 0 5 0

THREE SITUATIONS ARE CONSIDERED:

2.1 DEPRESSION LOAD TABLES WITH TWO SUPPORTS

The lower aluminium profiles with and without a sill, must be drilled with holes at the bottom to facilitate the egress of condensation or water which could penetrate. The distance between the centres should be about 330 mm. Elongated holes are better than circular ones, which tend to form a bubble.

3.1 FIXING OF ALUMINIUM PROFILES

I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S

In case of inclined solutions (with screws fixed in horizontal position), the hole must be drilled on the lower face, it means on the inclined base

N.B.: The aluminium profile serves solely to secure the panels and has no structural function.

The fixings must not be more than 500 mm apart.

330 mm

330 mm

Perimeter profiles are designed to be fixed both with horizontal than vertical screws.

1 - INSULATING GASKET2 - BEARING STRUCTURE3 - FIXING SCREW (MAXIMUM DISTANCE 500 MM)4A - PROFILE 4B - PROFILE

4a

1

1

3

3

2

2

4b

3.2 SEALING AND JOINING THE ALUMINIUM PROFILES

3.3 CONSTRUCTION OF CORNERS

To improve air and water tightness and to compensate for small irregularities in the surface, insulating gaskets can be placed between the profile and the sub structure.Additionally, the inside of the lower and side profiles should be silicone at the bottom, and the outside of the upper profile, between the profile and sub structure.

The profiles are joined by inserting a rectangular-shaped aluminium connector plate (20 mm x 2 mm) 200 mm long between the two profile ends to maintain alignment. Another aluminium connector plate is placed over the bottom of the joint and sealed with silicone. If the aluminium profiles are in contact with other metals, ensure that there are no formations which could contaminate them and cause them to corrode. If there are, take care to isolate the two metals adequately.

The corners are constructed by cutting the lips of the side profile so that they intersect the lower profile (with or without sill) and

the upper profile. The inside of the corner joints must be sealed carefully with a bead of silicone to prevent infiltration of water.

1 - TO BE CUT 23X63 mm



4 - PROFILE

5 - PROFILE



8 - TO BE CUT8X8 mm

1 - ALUMINIUM CONNECTOR PLATE2 - SILICONE3 - ALUMINIUM CONNECTOR PLATE 20X2 mm4 - PROFILE 4

1

3

2

4

4

8

6

7

4

1 3

5

2

3.4 INSTALLATION OF PANELS

During installation of the panels, ensure that the UV-protected side is placed to the outside. It is identifiable by a colored film bearing the product specification and an identification code hot stamped on the edge of the sheet .

Insert the taped panel into the upper profile, alongside the previously installed panel, so that it touches the internal base of the upper profile.

Lower the panel to vertical position and slot into base. Lock the two panels together, starting from the top and working down the length of the panel.

Best results can be achieved by inserting the male side into the aluminium profile so that eventually a rubber hammer can be used to help fit them together. Do not hit directly with the hammer but place a buffer in between to distribute the blow.

DO NOT USE A LUBRICANT UNLESS IT IS GUARANTEED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO BE POLYCARBONATE COMPATIBLE

3.6 RUBBER GASKET

3.5 INSTALLATION OF LAST PANEL

For the installation of the remaining panels, proceed as indicated until the space left is less than:

X < 500 mm

Cut the final panel to a width 30 mm less than the width indicated in the diagram:

X - 30 mm

Lift the penultimate panel A out momentarily and insert the cut panel B, pushing it right into the end of the closure.

Re-insert panel A and lock the two panels together into their final position.

A

x

A

B

A B

To ensure water tightness a rubber gasket must be placed on the external surface in the appropriate housing.

3.7 RUBBER GASKET

If necessary, whether due to the height or the weight of the panels, position additional supports in between. The panels must be secured with special steel fixing hooks.

Once the panels have been correctly slotted together, position the fixing hook at the edge of the panel in its own housing.

Fix the hook using screws appropriate for the type of sub structure. Four screws are required for each fixing hook.

PAY ATTENTION: using a lower number of screws, the load resistance of the system could be compromised

Fixing hooks must be placed on each panel, corresponding with all the purlins/side rails.The distance between the purlins/side rails must be checked in relation to the anticipated load – both in pressure and uplift. The distance should be the minimum anticipated in the two situations.

ALL WEATHER RESISTANT

HIGH IMPACT RESISTANCE

UV BARRIER CHEMICAL RESISTANCEFIRE RETARDANTTRANSPARENCY

EASE OF MAINTENANCE

LIGHT WEIGHT

TUFLITE OFFERS A 10 YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL POLYCARBONATE SHEETS **** Refer to manufacturers warranty guide. Please refer to installation manual for methods.

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