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REINKE SHAKE

INDEX

  • 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
    1.1 Basic Use
    1.2 Limitations
    1.3 Compostion and Materials
    1.4 Size
    1.5 Colors
  • 2. TECHNICAL DATA
    2.1 Per Square
    2.2 Noise
    2.3 R-Value
    2.4 Radiant Heat Reflection
    2.5 Wind Resistance
    2.6 Wind Uplift Resistance
    2.7 Hail Resistance
    2.8 Leakage Resistance
    2.9 Fire Test
    2.10 U.L. Listed
    2.11 Life Expectancey
    2.12 Recyclable
    2.13 Accessories Needed
  • 3. INSTALLATION
  • 4. AVAILABILITY & COST
    4.1 Availability
    4.2 Cost
  • 5. WARRANTY
  • 6. MAINTENANCE
  • 7. TECHNICAL SERVICES
  • 8. FILING SYSTEMS
  • MORE INFORMATION
  • 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

    Aluminum roofing shingle tightly corrugated for ultimate strength. Can be walked and even driven on.

    1.1 Basic Use:

    Designed for adverse weather conditions. Withstands hurricanes and large hail. Use for residential and commercial. Ideally suited for installation on geodesic dome structures and irregular shaped roofs. Shingles can be arranged in pattern for attractive store fronts. MIN. 2 - 12 pitch. May be used for siding.

    1.2 Limitations:

    Cannot be used in areas where there is direct salt spray. Must be installed dirctly over solid sheeting or over dens decking, over solid sheeting. Care must be taken to avoid scratching the surface during installation. REINKE SHAKES should not be used in areas of high abrasion or subject to mechanical damage.

    1.3 Composition and Materials:

    REINKE SHAKES consists of 3003 or 3105 alloy (previously 5010) aluminum, H254 or H24 or H38 temper, .019 gauge stucco embossed to .024 and tightly corrugated to a height of .400 inches. Corrugations ar 1/2" apart. Each shingle has 3 prepunched nail holes. Fluorocarbon finished on face and wash coat on reverse. Several standard colors are available.

    1.4 Size:

    12 3/8" wide X 10" high. Exposed area is 12" wide X 8" high.

    1.5 Colors:

    Natural Aluminum, White, Batalion Grey (Light), Slate Grey (Dark), Umber Brown, Rust Red, Roman Gold, Dark Forest Green. Also available in solid 12 oz. hard copper. REINKE SHAKES are stucco embossed and have a semi-gloss finish, except the solid copper.

    2. TECHNICAL DATA

    2.1 Per Square:

    46 pounds, 150 shingles, 1 1/10 rolls of 18" - 15 lb. felt. 450 nails, 1 3/4" ring shank.

    2.2 Noise:

    Less than composite shingles.

    2.3 R-Value:

    0.9

    2.4 Radiant Heat Reflection:

    94.5%

    2.5 Wind Resistance:

    Exceeded 150 mph in Dade County Florida.

    2.6 Wind Uplift Resistance:

    138 lbs. per square foot.

    2.7 Hail Resistance:

    Exceeded 2 1/2" in Grand Island, Nebraska - 1978.

    2.8 Leakage Resistance:

    Passed 1.5" per hour for 5 hours with 60 mph wind on 2 1/2 - 12 pitch.

    2.9 Fire Test:

    Can be installed to U.L. Class A.

    2.10 U.L. Listed:

    YES

    2.11 Life Expectancy:

    50+ years

    2.12 Recyclable:

    YES

    2.13 Accessories Needed:

    (3 only) Shingles. Valley. Drip edge.

    3. INSTALLATION

    Install in a manner similar to wood shakes. Each row is interlayed with 18" - 15 lb. felt. REINKE SHAKES can be cut by scoring and bending. Shingle is bent to form rake of roof. Shingle is bent to form ridge and hip of roof. No special accessories required. Must be installed over solid sheeting and hand nailed in place with 1 3/4" ring shank nails. Color matched valley flashing and drip edge available. Use 50 year roof sealer where sealer is needed. Lap and offset marks are on every shingle. Nail holes are pre-punched. Instructions on every bundle.

    4. AVAILABILITY & COST

    4.1 Availability

    REINKE SHAKES are generally shipped to any job site within one week of receiving the order in Hebron, Nebraska, U.S.A. Special orders and orders over 500 square of one color may be delayed up to 12 weeks.

    4.2 Cost

    Cost varies with the price of aluminum. Cost over a 50 year life of REINKE SHAKES is considerably lower than composition shingles. For specific costs contact: Reinke Shakes Inc., 210 S. 4th Street, Hebron, Nebraska, U.S.A. 68370 - (402) 365-7521, Fax (402) 768-6180, or click here to see our order form.

    5. WARRANTY

    50 Year limited, transferrable; against water leakage, 120 mph wind, and 1 1/2" hail. Coating is warrantied by the coil supplier for 20 years. Complete warranty available on request.

    6. MAINTENANCE

    Maintenance should not be required during the life of the warranty. Should cleaning be desired, this can be accomplished with laundry detergent and water (1/2 cup per gallon of water). A clear water rinse should follow.

    7. TECHNICAL SERVICES

    Technical services, detail manuals, and color samples are available from Reinke Shakes Inc.

    8. FILING SYSTEMS

    Underwriters Laboratories R8491 HUD FHA.
    Underwriters Laboratories #2218 Hail.


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