Patent ID: 7963083
Filing Date: 2011-06-21
Classification: E04D

Abstract:
1. A standing seam roof assembly for a building structure which assembly comprises: at least one first panel with a first side edge turned vertically upward, wherein said first panel is supported on said building structure; at least one second panel with a second side edge turned vertically upward, said second panel side edge adjoining one of said first panel side edges, wherein said second panel is supported on said building structure; a plurality of clips between said first panel side edge and said second panel side edge, wherein said plurality of clips are floating clips, wherein said floating clips each comprise a fixed base with a slot therethrough, and where said fixed base is fastened to said building structure; at least one base insert between an adjacent pair of said clips, said base insert having a first section beneath said first panel, joined to a second section beneath said second panel and a plurality of upturned tabs received between said first side edge and said second side edge, wherein said at least one base insert is distinct from said clips and is not connected to said building structure and wherein said slots in said clips receive said upturned tabs; and adhesive on said first section which adheres to said first panel and adhesive on said second section which adheres to said second panel.