Commercial Exposed Fastener System Metal Panels

R-Loc

Commercial Metal Panels Built for Strength

Commonly referred to as PBR-panels, R-Loc® 26-gauge commercial metal panels are an outstanding choice for any project that requires commercial grade performance. The panels have a larger section that completely overlaps the next panel. Consequently, this creates more metal to metal contact which yields a stronger connection and therefore are more weather-tight.

R-Loc® is designed for durability and strength and to maximize the potential of your structure, specifically the steel frame. These purlin-bearing rib (PBR) metal panels can be used for both walls and roofs, and can be installed either vertically or horizontally. As a result, whether used for roofing, siding or metal building projects, these commercial metal panels are an extremely popular choice.

R-Loc on School Building, Light Stone Walls

APPLICATION: Roofing, Siding, Interior Projects, Buildings

FASTENER SYSTEM: Exposed

ROOF PITCH (minimum): 1/2:12

GAUGE: 26 gauge | 24 gauge*

PANEL COVERAGE WIDTH: 36″

RIB HEIGHT: 1-1/4″

DISTANCE FROM RIB-TO-RIB: 12″

STEEL THICKNESS: 0.0185″ | 0.023″

PAINT THICKNESS

Top coat paint: .70 mil
Top coat primer: .30 mil
Bottom coat backer: .35 mil
Bottom coat primer: .35 mil

TOTAL THICKNESS: 0.0202″ | 0.0247″

RUST PROTECTANT SUBSTRATE: Galvalume AZ50

STEEL STRENGTH: 80,000 PSI (26 ga.) | 50,000 PSI (24 ga.)

PAINT SYSTEM: SMP and Fluropon selections available

TEXTURED COLORS AVAILABLE: No

WARRANTY

Lifetime limited paint adhesion
30-yr. chalk and fade
50-yr. Galvalume perforation
More info here

*24 ga. available in Polar and Galvalume (acrylic-coated bare) in select plants

Central States offers a variety of educational tools for your use. We recommend reviewing the below documents when making your decision to buy R-Loc.

R-Loc Product Sheet

Trim Selection Tool

Product Guide

Product Guide (Spanish)

DripX Flyer

R-Loc is a 26-gauge commercial panel, commonly known as PBR-panel, that offers exceptional commercial-grade performance. It is designed to optimize the potential of your structure, with a focus on the steel frame. With the added purlin bearing leg, R-Loc provides easier installation and a more pleasing appearance. Choose R-Loc for unmatched durability and strength.

Industry standard configuration allows maximum purlin spacing for a cost-effective building.
Available in 26 gauge painted or 26 and 24 gauge acrylic Galvalume® with 36″ coverage.
These purlin-bearing rib (PBR) metal panels can be used for both walls and roofs, and can be installed either vertically or horizontally.
Ideal for low-pitch commercial roofs. The recommended minimum roof slope for the 1.25″ R-Loc is a 1/2:12 pitch. This will allow for sufficient drainage of water. For added protection, a sealant tape can be used on the laps of the panel.
Matching trims and accessories are available.
Available in over 18 colors.
Optional DripX condensation control for heightened protection.

R-Loc comes in a multitude of popular colors to complement your project and other finish materials. Find the color chart that best suits your needs from the list below.

Contact your sales representative for custom color options.

Color Chart

Our products have been rigorously tested to make sure that they meet the highest standards of quality. We seek to meet, or exceed, the industry standards by focusing on quality control checks to ensure a consistent, reliable product. The testing documents below showcase testing and approvals for R-Loc.

Testing

AISI S907 Diaphragm Shear Cantilever Test, 26 gauge

ASTM-E455 Diaphragm Shear Standard Test, 26 gauge

ASTM-E1592 Structural Test for Roof Systems over Open Purlin, 26 gauge

ASTM-E1592 Structural Test for Roof Systems over Solid Decking, 26 gauge

ASTM-E1646 Water Leakage Test of exterior metal roof panel, 26 gauge

FM4471 Foot Traffic Resistance Test

Approvals

UL2218 UL Approval, Impact Resistance, Class 4

UL580 UL Approval, Uplift Resistance, Class 90

UL790 UL Approval, Fire Resistance, Class A

FL14016 Florida Approval, Roof Panel 26 gauge min. over steel purlins (NON-HVHZ)

FL14024 Florida Approval, Wall Panel 26 gauge min. over steel purlins (NON-HVHZ)

FL14026 Florida Approval, Roof Panel 26 gauge min. over min 15/32″ thick plywood or min 7/16″ thick OSB deck (NON-HVHZ)

RC-424 Texas Windstorm Approval, 26 gauge min. over steel purlins

RC-576 Texas Windstorm Approval, 26 gauge min. over plywood deck, OSB deck, or wood purlins

When you buy Central States metal roofing, siding, or buildings, you can be assured that your new investment will look great for a lifetime. Our warranties cover you in unexpected times. We offer a variety of warranties, depending on the material and panel profile you choose.

R-Loc comes with a Limited Lifetime warranty helping protect your investment in home or business.

MORE INFORMATION ON WARRANTIES

Central States has taken the guesswork out of selecting a panel quality with our CentralGuard^® system – our specific combination of everything that goes into making the highest-quality metal panels. The CentralGuard name guarantees that you have the best protection and a lifetime paint warranty.

Choose R-Loc for the ultimate protection from rain and snow, plus the perfect balance of fade protection, rust blocking, and dent resistance.

Download these helpful tools to learn more:

Layers of Protection

Fade, Rust, Dent

Product Visualizer

See it on your Building

Our software will automatically prepare the image of your project for you so you can start designing right away. Alternatively, our experienced team can help you take your project design to the next level.

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Local Distributors

Choose from over 3,000 Distributors Nationwide

We sell through a variety of local and regional distributors to service your metal panel and building component needs. Consequently, ask your local contractor for Central States metal, or click below to find a local supplier in your area.

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