A novel metal roof expansion joint construction device
By combining the support structure and waterproof panels, the problem of dust accumulation at the expansion joints of metal roofs is solved, enhancing the stability and waterproof performance of the structure, adapting to expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes, and improving waterproofing and insulation effects.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA CONSTR FIRST BUILDING (GRP) CORP LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-31
AI Technical Summary
Dust and debris easily accumulate at the sliding parts of the expansion joints of existing metal roofs, affecting sliding performance and reducing expansion and contraction adjustment capabilities.
The design employs a combination of supporting structure and waterproof panels. The supporting structure includes supporting columns, supporting beams, and roof support components. The waterproof panels are laid on the supporting beams and connected to the roof support components. Combined with components such as folded plates, purlins, purlin strips, and sealing layers, a stable structural system is formed.
It enhances the structural stability and waterproof performance of metal roofs, adapts to expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes, avoids structural damage, and improves waterproofing and insulation effects.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the technical field of building engineering, and in particular to a novel metal roof expansion joint structure device. Background Technology
[0002] In the construction industry, metal roofing is widely used in various industrial and civil buildings due to its advantages such as high strength, light weight, and convenient construction. With the continuous development of the construction industry, the performance requirements for metal roofing are becoming increasingly stringent, especially in terms of coping with different environmental conditions and changes in building structure.
[0003] In the treatment of metal roof expansion joints in related technologies, some methods involve using an overlapping method at the expansion joint, where adjacent roof panels overlap by a certain length. The expansion pressure is relieved by the relative movement of the overlapping parts. This is achieved by setting support columns and cover plates on the roof. The cover plates have grooves that are set along the width of the expansion joint, and the support columns slide in the grooves.
[0004] Although the sliding cover structure has the ability to adapt to expansion and contraction, dust and debris tend to accumulate in the sliding parts during long-term operation, which seriously affects its sliding performance and reduces the expansion and contraction adjustment ability of the expansion joint. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a novel metal roof expansion joint structure device.
[0006] The novel metal roof expansion joint structure device provided in this application adopts the following technical solution: A novel metal roof expansion joint structure device, comprising: The roof includes a first roof panel and a second roof panel, with a roof gap formed between the first roof panel and the second roof panel; The supporting structure includes a supporting beam fixed to one side of a supporting column that is fixedly connected to the first roof panel and extends squarely along the width of the roof; the other side of the supporting beam is suspended; the projected area of the supporting beam on the plane of the roof can cover the roof gap and multiple spaced roof support assemblies disposed on the roof; and A waterproof panel, which is U-shaped, is fixed to the support beam and extends towards each other at both ends in a square shape to connect with the roof support assembly, and the side of the waterproof panel that is closer to each other is corrugated.
[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, a roof composed of a first roof panel and a second roof panel is set up, with a roof gap between the two to accommodate roof expansion and contraction. The support columns in the support structure are fixed on the first roof panel, the support beams are perpendicular to the support columns, and the roof support assembly connects the two roof panels. The support structure provides a solid installation foundation for the roof expansion joint device, enhancing structural stability. Waterproof panels are laid on the support beams and connected to the roof support assembly at both ends, serving a waterproof function.
[0008] Preferably, a folded plate is connected between the roof gap between the first roof panel and the second roof panel.
[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, a folded plate is connected between the first roof panel and the second roof panel, which can play a certain protective role for the gap between the two roof panels, enhance the stability of the overall roof structure, and also improve the waterproof performance to a certain extent.
[0010] Preferably, the first roof panel and the second roof panel have the same structure, and the first roof panel includes a roofing sheet, a roof profiled sheet, and a support assembly for fixing the roofing sheet and the roof profiled sheet together.
[0011] By adopting the above technical solutions, the roofing panels and roofing profiled sheets can improve the flatness of the roof appearance and the overall protective performance. The support components enhance the stability of the roof connection and help improve the stability of the entire metal roof expansion joint structure.
[0012] Preferably, the support assembly includes a plurality of purlins fixedly installed on the first roof panel and the second roof panel, and a plurality of purlins fixedly installed on the purlins. Each purlin extends squarely along the width of the roof, and each purlin is arranged perpendicular to the purlin. The roof support assembly is spaced apart and fixedly connected to the purlins.
[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, purlins are fixedly installed on the first and second roof panels, and surface support components perpendicular to the purlins are spaced apart and fixedly connected to the purlins. This effectively connects the roof support components to the roof, enhances the stability and integrity of the roof structure, and makes the entire metal roof expansion joint structure more stable and reliable.
[0014] Preferably, the roof support assembly includes a support and a connector. The support is fixedly installed on the purlin, the connector is fixedly connected to the support, and both ends of the waterproof panel are respectively connected to the support and the connector.
[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the purlins of the supporting components and the roof support components are connected to the roof. On this basis, the brackets of the roof support components are fixed on the purlins, and the waterproof panels and connectors are fixed on the brackets, ensuring a stable connection between the waterproof panels and the roof support components, and further enhancing the stability and waterproof performance of the expansion joint structure.
[0016] Preferably, the purlin surface is provided with a sealing layer, the roof support assembly is disposed on the surface of the sealing layer, and a space for filling the insulation layer is formed between the sealing layer and the roof.
[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, a sealing layer is laid between the roof support assembly and the purlin, so that an insulation layer is formed between the sealing layer and the roof, which enhances the insulation performance of the new metal roof expansion joint structure.
[0018] Preferably, the sealing layer is fixed to the support column by means of a clamp at the end face of the support column.
[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the sealing layer end face is fixed to the support column with clamps, which can make the sealing layer more firmly fixed, ensure the sealing performance of the insulation layer, and thus improve the roof insulation performance.
[0020] Preferably, a fixing member is provided on the end face of the support beam away from the support column, and the fixing member is fixedly installed on the support beam by angle steel provided at both ends of the support beam.
[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, fasteners are installed on the end face of the support beam away from the support column, which are fixedly installed by angle steel at both ends of the support beam. This strengthens the support beam and ensures the stability of the expansion joint structure. It can also be used for further installation or fixing of other components, allowing for better laying and fixing of waterproof panels onto the support beam, thus enhancing the waterproofing effect.
[0022] Preferably, the fastener includes an inner steel plate and an outer steel plate, both of which are C-shaped structures corresponding to the support beam, and the waterproof plate is located between the inner steel plate and the outer steel plate.
[0023] By adopting the above technical solution, the fasteners use an inner steel plate and an outer steel plate, both of which are C-shaped structures corresponding to the supporting beams. The waterproof panel is located between the two. This structural arrangement can stabilize the waterproof panel and enhance the stability of the waterproof panel installation, thereby improving the waterproof performance and reliability of the entire roof expansion joint structure.
[0024] Preferably, the fastener and the waterproof component are fixed to the support beam by self-tapping screws and sealed with silicone weather-resistant sealant.
[0025] By adopting the above technical solution, the waterproof component is fixed to the support beam using fasteners, and the connection is sealed with silicone weather-resistant sealant to improve the waterproofness of the fixed connection.
[0026] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: 1. The supporting structure allows the roof to adapt to expansion and contraction caused by factors such as temperature changes, thus avoiding structural damage caused by expansion and contraction; 2. The waterproof panels are laid on the support beams and connected to the roof support components, which can effectively prevent rainwater penetration and solve the waterproofing problem at the expansion joints; 3. The roof and waterproofing panels are connected by support components and roof bracket components, which enhances the stability of the overall structure. Attached Figure Description
[0027] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a novel metal roof expansion joint structure provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is a partial cross-sectional view of a novel metal roof expansion joint structure device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a plan view of a novel metal roof expansion joint structure device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the middle; Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of part C in the middle; Figure 6 yes Figure 1 Explosion diagram of section B.
[0028] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Roof; 100. First roof panel; 111. Roofing sheet; 112. Roof profiled sheet; 101. Second roof panel; 102. Roof gap; 2. Support structure; 21. Support column; 22. Support beam; 23. Roof support assembly; 231. Support; 232. Connector; 3. Waterproof panel; 4. Folded plate; 5. Support assembly; 51. Purlin; 52. Purlin strip; 6. Sealing layer; 7. Insulation layer; 8. Hoop; 9. Fastener; 91. Inner steel plate; 92. Outer steel plate; 10. Angle steel; 11. Self-tapping screw. Detailed Implementation
[0029] The following will be combined with the appendix Figure 1-6The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are described in further detail below. The described embodiments are only possible technical implementations of this utility model, but are not limited thereto. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art in conjunction with the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are also within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0030] Roofs are generally composed of a single unit. To mitigate stress changes caused by thermal expansion and contraction or earthquakes, roof expansion joints are installed to ensure the stability and safety of the building. The installation of expansion joints must pay attention to sealing and waterproofing. The roof expansion joint construction device of this application is particularly suitable for metal roofs, with good waterproofing and sealing effects, as well as certain thermal insulation and sound insulation effects.
[0031] refer to Figure 1 This application provides a novel metal roof expansion joint construction device, including a roof 1, a support structure 2, and a waterproof panel 3. The support structure 2 is fixed on the roof 1, and the waterproof panel 3 is laid on the support structure 2. This structural design allows the support structure 2 to provide support when the roof 1 undergoes expansion and contraction deformation, while the waterproof panel 3 ensures the waterproof performance of the expansion joint, preventing rainwater leakage, and also adapting to the expansion and contraction changes of the roof 1.
[0032] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 Specifically, roof 1 includes a first roof panel 100 and a second roof panel 101, with a roof gap 102 formed between them. The first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101 are typically made of metal, such as aluminum alloy or stainless steel. These metals have good strength and corrosion resistance, and can withstand certain external forces and environmental erosion. Of course, other metal materials with similar properties can also be used depending on actual needs. During installation, the first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101 need to ensure a certain degree of flatness and spacing to form a suitable roof gap 102.
[0033] refer to Figures 1-3The supporting structure 2 includes supporting columns 21 fixedly connected to the first roof panel 100, supporting beams 22 fixedly connected to the supporting columns 21, and roof support assembly 23. Specifically, multiple supporting columns 21 are arranged perpendicularly to the first roof panel 100 and spaced parallel to each other. The supporting columns 21 are generally made of steel, such as square steel, channel steel, or I-beams, with square steel being preferred. These steels have high strength and stability, providing reliable support for the supporting beams 22. The supporting columns 21 are fixed to the first roof panel 100 by welding or bolting and cover the roof gap 102 to ensure a firm connection. The supporting beams 22 can also be made of square steel and are arranged vertically at the end of the supporting columns 21 away from the first roof panel 100. A square steel is provided between the supporting column 21 and the supporting beam 22. The square steel runs the entire length of the supporting column 21 and is welded to it. The supporting beam 22 is welded to the square steel. The gap 102 between the supporting beam 22 and the roof is small, minimizing the impact of wind. Multiple support beams 22 are also arranged parallel to each other at intervals. The function of the support beams 22 is to provide a support platform for the waterproof panel 3, so that it can be laid flat. The roof support assembly 23 is fixedly connected to the first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101. It serves to connect the roof 1 and the waterproof panel 3, and can also accommodate the expansion and contraction deformation of the roof 1.
[0034] Specifically, the roof support assembly 23 includes a support 231 and a connector 232, with the connector 232 fixedly connected to the support 231. The support 231 can be made of metal profiles, possessing a certain strength and rigidity. The connector 232 can be made of plastic or metal, and is fixed to the support 231 by bolts or welding.
[0035] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The waterproof panel 3 is laid on the support beam 22 and connected to the roof support assembly 23 at both ends. The waterproof panel 3 can be made of polymer waterproof membrane, preferably TPO waterproof membrane (thermoplastic polyolefin), which has good flexibility and waterproof performance, can adapt to the expansion and contraction of the roof 1, and effectively prevents rainwater leakage. The end of the waterproof panel 3 located on the first roof panel 100 and near the support column 21 is fixed to the bracket 231 by bolts, and the end located on the second roof panel 101 and near the support column 21 is fixed to the connector 232 by bolts, ensuring a tight connection.
[0036] Furthermore, a folding plate 4 connects the first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101. The folding plate 4 can be made of the same metal material as the roof panels and is formed into a specific shape through a bending process. The function of the folding plate 4 is to further enhance the sealing and stability of the expansion joint. It can prevent rainwater and debris from entering, and at the same time, it has a certain degree of expansion and contraction capacity to adapt to the expansion and contraction deformation of the roof 1 to a certain extent. The connection method between the folding plate 4 and the first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101 can be welding or riveting.
[0037] refer to Figures 2-4 The first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101 have the same structure, both including a roofing sheet 111 and a roof profiled sheet 112. A support assembly 5 is provided between the roofing sheet 111 and the roof profiled sheet 112 to connect them. The roofing sheet 111 is fixed to the roof 1 with self-tapping screws. The roof profiled sheet 112 is located on the first roof panel 100, near the support column 21, and is fixed to the bracket 231 with bolts at one end, located between the waterproof panel 3 and the bracket 231. The roof profiled sheet 112 is located on the second roof panel 101, near the support column 21, and is fixed to the connector 232 with bolts at one end, located between the waterproof panel 3 and the connector 232. The roof profiled sheet 112 is generally made of metal, such as color steel plate, and is aesthetically pleasing and durable. refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the support assembly 5 includes purlins 51 fixedly installed on the first roof panel 100 and the second roof panel 101, and roof support assemblies 23 fixedly installed on the purlins 51, spaced apart and fixedly connected to the purlins 52. Their function is to provide a stable support foundation for the roof support assemblies 23. The purlins 51 are fixed to the roof panel by welding or bolting. Cold-formed galvanized purlins 51 can be used. The purlins 52 are fixed to the purlins 51 in the same way. Cold-formed galvanized Z-shaped purlins 52 can be used. The supports 231 are fixedly installed on the purlins 52, and bolting can be used for easy installation and disassembly.
[0038] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3A sealing layer 6 is laid between the roof support assembly 23 and the purlin 52, forming an insulation layer 7 between the sealing layer 6 and the roof 1. The sealing layer 6 is wavy at the location of the roof gap 102, allowing for expansion and contraction. The sealing layer 6 can expand or compress with changes in the roof gap 102. The sealing layer 6 can be made of high-polymer waterproof membrane, preferably TPO waterproof membrane (thermoplastic polyolefin). These sealing layers 6 have good sealing performance and can prevent the penetration of air and moisture. The insulation layer 7 can be filled with insulation materials such as glass wool and rock wool. These materials have good insulation performance, reducing heat transfer and improving the roof's insulation effect. In other embodiments, sound insulation materials such as sound insulation cotton can also be filled to provide sound insulation. The end face of the sealing layer 6 near the roof gap 102 is fixed to the support column 21 by a clamp 8. The clamp 8 is generally made of metal, and the sealing layer 6 is fixed to the support column 21 by tightening bolts, ensuring the stability and sealing performance of the sealing layer 6.
[0039] refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 A fixing member 9 is provided on the end face of the support beam 22 away from the support column 21. The fixing member 9 is fixedly installed on the support beam 22 by angle steel 10 provided at both ends of the support beam 22. Specifically, the angle steel 10 is welded to the support beam 22. The fixing member 9 includes an inner steel plate 91 and an outer steel plate 92. Both the inner steel plate 91 and the outer steel plate 92 are C-shaped structures corresponding to the support beam 22. The waterproof panel 3 is located between the inner steel plate 91 and the outer steel plate 92. The inner steel plate 91 and the outer steel plate 92 can be made of steel. The C-shaped structure can better cooperate with the support beam 22 to clamp and fix the waterproof panel 3 and prevent the waterproof panel 3 from moving. The angle steel 10 serves to connect the fixing member 9 and the support beam 22. The fixing member 9 is firmly installed on the support beam 22 by setting self-tapping screws 11. The connection of the self-tapping screws 11 is sealed with silicone weather-resistant sealant.
[0040] The implementation principle of the novel metal roof expansion joint structure device in this application embodiment is as follows: the support column 21, the support beam 22, and the first roof panel 100 are fixedly connected. When the roof gap 102 changes, the support column 21 and the support beam 22 move with the first roof panel 100 relative to the second roof panel 101. The waterproof board 3 is laid on the support beam 22, and its two ends are connected to the roof support assembly 23, effectively preventing rainwater leakage. In addition, the connection method and sealing measures between the components, such as the sealing layer 6, the clamp 8, and the fasteners 9, further enhance the stability and waterproof performance of the structure. At the same time, the setting of the insulation layer 7 also improves the insulation effect of the roof 1.
[0041] The embodiments described in this specific implementation are preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus, characterized by, include: The roof (1) includes a first roof panel (100) and a second roof panel (101), and a roof gap (102) is formed between the first roof panel (100) and the second roof panel (101); The support structure (2) includes a support beam (22) fixed to one side of a support column (21) that is fixedly connected to the first roof panel (100) and extends squarely along the width of the roof. The other side of the support beam (22) away from the support beam (22) is suspended. The projected area of the support beam (22) on the plane of the roof (1) can cover the roof gap (102) and multiple spaced roof support assemblies (23) set on the roof (1). as well as Waterproof panel (3), the waterproof panel (3) is U-shaped, the waterproof panel (3) is fixed on the support beam (22) and both ends extend toward each other in a square shape to connect with the roof support assembly (23), and the side of the waterproof panel (3) that is close to each other is corrugated.
2. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: A folded plate (4) is connected between the roof gap (102) between the first roof panel (100) and the second roof panel (101).
3. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The first roof panel (100) and the second roof panel (101) have the same structure. The first roof panel (100) includes a roof layer (111), a roof profiled sheet (112), and a support assembly (5) that fixes the roof layer (111) and the roof profiled sheet (112) together.
4. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that: The support assembly (5) includes a plurality of purlins (51) fixedly installed on the first roof panel (100) and the second roof panel (101) and a plurality of purlin strips (52) fixedly installed on the purlins (51). Each purlin (51) extends squarely along the width of the roof, and each purlin strip (52) is arranged perpendicular to the purlin (51). The roof support assembly (23) is spaced apart and fixedly connected to the purlin strips (52).
5. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as claimed in claim 4, wherein: The roof support assembly (23) includes a support (231) and a connector (232). The support (231) is fixedly installed on the purlin (52), and the connector (232) is fixedly connected to the support (231). The two ends of the waterproof panel (3) are fixedly connected to the support (231) and the connector (232) respectively.
6. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as defined in claim 4, wherein: The purlin (52) has a sealing layer (6) on its surface, and the roof support assembly (23) is disposed on the surface of the sealing layer (6). A space for filling the insulation layer (7) is formed between the sealing layer (6) and the roof (1).
7. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as claimed in claim 6, wherein The sealing layer (6) is fixed to the support column (21) near the end face of the support column (21) by a clamp (8).
8. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as defined in claim 1, wherein: The end face of the support beam (22) away from the support column (21) is provided with a fixing member (9), and the fixing member (9) is fixedly installed on the support beam (22) by angle steel (10) provided at both ends of the support beam (22).
9. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as defined in claim 8, wherein: The fastener (9) includes an inner steel plate (91) and an outer steel plate (92). Both the inner steel plate (91) and the outer steel plate (92) are C-shaped structures corresponding to the support beam (22). The waterproof plate (3) is located between the inner steel plate (91) and the outer steel plate (92).
10. A novel metal roof expansion joint construction apparatus as defined in claim 9, wherein: The fastener (9) and the waterproof plate (3) are fixed to the support beam (22) by setting self-tapping screws (11) and sealed with silicone weather-resistant sealant.