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Version Date: 2025-12-29
6. HANDLING OF THE PANELS
Insulated roofing panels are used in a wide variety of different construction, 
applications, varying from household patios and awnings through to major 
commercial and industrial roofing projects. Depending upon the actual application 
and the working condition of the construction site, panels can be moved into their 
installation position by various means.
Installation crews may be very experienced with Expaned Polystyrene (EPS) and 
Thermosetting Phenolic Composite (TPC) insulated panels, however some of the 
practices required when handling Mineral Wool (MW) panels are different. It is 
important all outlined steps are closely followed.
For larger commercial and industrial projects panel installation time is typically 
reduced when using lifting equipment. However the equipment must be designed to 
cater for the panel lengths, weights and profiles to be lifted. It is therefore important 
to verify the requirements of your specific project with the company supplying the 
lifting equipment.
Manual Lifting
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The use of safety gloves along with wrist protection is advisable when handling 
metal panels
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When lifting the panels off the pack always lift the panels vertically. 
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Do not slide them across each other or twist sideways. 
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Always lift from the underside, never lift using the top sheet. 
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Care must be taken to avoid damage to the corners and overlaps.
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When relocating long panels always carry them on their edge, 
with one worker at either end, plus an additional worker at 
3.5 metre intervals. 
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When placing panels down, always place them 
down vertically & onto a non-abrasive, flat & 
stable support.
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Never drag panels, always lift and carry 
them to protect the panel surfaces from 
scratching.

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