Install Roofing FAQs

We carry out site inspections for most jobs, but there must be firm level ground and a minimum length of whatever sheet size you require plus 25 metres for the unit and its prime mover. You also need to allow for an adjacent storage area 7 metres wide by ...

We have a spreader bar that extends up to 72 metres. Lengths above this will require rolling to roof.

Yes, this varies with each job's specifics, however we're confident that when you weigh against potential cost savings in other areas you'll appreciate the advantages.

While the mobile machine is focused on the production of lengths that are beyond the capability of our numerous stationery rollformers, shorter lengths for sites are also available in conjunction with longer lengths.

Deal through your normal BlueScope Lysaght sales channel and we'll take it from there.

By involving us early in the design process we can schedule our mobile rollformer to meet your requirements.

As most job sites stop work due to bad weather, we would abide by this rule.

Due to the capability of rolling directly to roof, taking into consideration the environment and layout of the site, we are confident we can roll any length you require.

With much less handling involved from rollformer to roof when it happens onsite we're confident you'll be impressed with the product quality.

Yes, though for detailed availability you should refer to your local BlueScope Lysaght branch or distributor. Generally it is sold as stock lengths of 7500mm. Please contact us for more information....

Yes, it can. This means the support spacings can be increased. Please contact us for more information.

Yes. However, specific fixing requirements will need to be met. Please contact us for more information.

Because LYSAGHT FLATDEK® is pan fixed it is recommended that it be used in open sided awnings where a high degree of weather tightness is not required.

It is good practice to only walk in the pans, however at supports only it is safe to stand on the ribs.

It is necessary for every rib of LYSAGHT TRIMDEK® to be screw fastened to the support.

No. We do not recommend LYSAGHT MULTICLAD® for roofing purposes. Try our roofing profiles for other suggestions.  However this product is commonly used as an overall cladding for trailers, portable buildings, and the like.

LYSAGHT INTEGRITY® 820 is fixed through the ribs using screws, in the same way as many of the LYSAGHT® claddings. However, when fixing, a metal sealing washer is included to give the LYSAGHT INTEGRITY® 820 its high performance.

The special locating tabs on the spacer bar of the LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH® clip can be flattened easily to allow adjustment during installation.

In most cases none! We will provide all labour required to produce the KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH® sheets. A team of installers are required to apply the roof sheeting. Talk to your BlueScope Lysaght representative for project specific cases.

Depending on roof pitch it can be delivered up to eave heights of 13 metres.

No, the products are completely compatible and interchangeable.

Subject to site restrictions our mobile mill has a rated capacity of 30 metres per minute.

The LYSAGHT® mobile rollformer arrives on site staffed to suit the particular requirements of the job as they were identified by an initial site visit.

No, the mobile rollformer is self powered and designed to work in most conditions without the need to plug in to secondary power.

LYSAGHT FLATDEK® is screw fixed in the pans as a screw through the ribs will damage the rib at the sides and result in holes for water to enter.

BlueScope Lysaght has produced a clip which allows LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK 700 HI-STRENGTH® to be removed without damage. The clip also makes the sheets easier to install. For more information visit our page Major Breakthrough In Roofing Technology....

It is not recommended to unclip LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK® 406 once the cladding is installed. Unclipping can damage the clips, cladding or metallic coating on the cladding. It is difficult to assess how LYSAGHT KLIP-LOK® 406 will perform after such ...

LYSAGHT TRIMWALL® is available in a 0.35mm base metal thickness (BMT). For roofing products we recommended using 0.42mm or 0.48 BMT our roofing equivelent for TRIMWALL® is TRIMDEK®

No, we recommend LYSAGHT CUSTOM ORB®, in 0.42mm or 0.48mm base metal thickness (BMT) for roofing purposes. LYSAGHT CUSTOM BLUE ORB®, 0.6mm BMT can also be used for curved roofing. LYSAGHT WALLCLAD® is available in a 0.55mm base metal thi...

LYSAGHT SPANDEK® can be sprung curved. The sheets are delivered in straight lengths but curved as they are installed onto the supports, to form a curved roof. See our manual on how to Install LYSAGHT® Steel Roofing & Walling for more...

In some states of Australia, steel roofing falls under the category of plumbing, which can only be performed by a licensed contractor. Please refer to your local authority for advice relevant to your state.