Decking is a building material used for arranging roofs, facades, fences, etc. Its main advantage is its simple processing. Since the profiled sheet is lightweight and lightweight, fitting is carried out directly on site. To cut a profiled sheet, it is enough to choose a simple hand tool and know the features of the technology.
The nuances of cutting profiled flooring
There are certain features in profile processing, which depend on the shape of the sheet. For example, if the surface has wavy lines, you cannot use traditional tools for cutting the profiled sheet... These include scissors for metal, which contribute to the deformation of the panels and make it difficult to adjoin.
The use of classical equipment is irrelevant, since when laying roofing material on a large roof, it is necessary to involve 3-4 installers, which will not be economically justified. Scissors also make it difficult to create geometric shapes. In progress there is a risk of damaging the painted layer. In the future, this will cause the development of corrosion and the need for premature replacement of corrugated sheets.
It is not recommended to cut the profiled sheet with a grinder, since in this case the guarantee for the coating will be canceled automatically.
Tool options for cutting corrugated board
The production of cutting equipment is developing, offering various innovative technologies for metal processing. However, most installers use traditional instruments:
- jigsaw;
- hacksaw;
- saw;
- electric shears.
The advantage of this equipment is the ability to use them for adjusting profiled sheets... As a result of processing, the cut is correct and meets technological standards. Working with this equipment differs in productivity, but in a number of situations anti-corrosion edge treatment required.
The disadvantages include the task of the installer do not deform the surface of the sheet, since it has a corrugated convex appearance with stiffening ribs. It is not allowed to cut the material with gas equipmentas the protective coating could be damaged. Profiled flooring must be processed only in the "cold" way.
For cutting corrugated board, it is recommended to use following tools:
- Cricket drill bit suitable for cross and shape cutting of material, as well as for processing hard-to-reach areas. In this case, the thickness of the metal should not exceed 0.8 mm.
- Nibblers assumes longitudinal cutting, obtaining straight and curly lines, processing the sheet at the ends of the structure. The equipment belongs to the category of tools with high maneuverability.
- Slotted scissors used for longitudinal and transverse processing of profiled sheet, up to 2 mm thick. Additionally, the tool is used to create complex hole shapes.
Profiled decking is thin laminated metal that can be damaged if not cut correctly. The material has a protective polymer layer on top, so the use of traditional equipment, such as a circular saw, a punching chisel or a clerical knife, is not allowed.
