Roll-formed and brake-bent in Forney, Texas
Metal Roof Panels Fabricated in Forney for DFW Contractors and Builders
Architectural Metal Panels runs coil through its own roll-formers and brakes to make metal roof panels, trim and flashing for roofers, builders, general contractors and owners with their own installer. Standing seam, R-panel, corrugated, the AMP 7.2 Rib, copper and zinc all leave the shop cut to the lengths on your takeoff.
Which Roof Panel Profiles Does the Shop Make?
Six profile families cover nearly every roof we are asked to supply in North Texas. The table lists the typical figures; the drawings and the panel maker’s data sheet set the final numbers for your job.
| Profile | How it fastens | Typical rib | Where it belongs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snap-lock standing seam | Concealed clips; seams snap closed by hand | 1 to 1.75 inch | Homes, porches, offices; 3:12 slope and steeper |
| Mechanical seam (single or double lock) | Concealed clips; seams folded with a seamer | About 2 inch | Low-slope commercial roofs, with sealant in the seam |
| 7/8 inch corrugated | Exposed screws through the face | 7/8 inch wave | Barns, shops, porches, rustic accents |
| R-panel / PBR | Exposed screws; purlin-bearing leg at the lap | Trapezoid rib | Metal buildings, shops, agricultural roofs |
| AMP 7.2 Rib | Exposed screws | 1.5 inch rib at 7.2 inch centers | Roofs and walls that need a strong spanning panel |
| Copper and zinc | Clips, cleats or soldered seams | Varies by detail | Bay roofs, turrets, accents, full roofs |
Widths matter as much as rib height. Snap-lock panels typically run 12 to 18 inches wide. A narrower pan looks crisper and shows less waviness; a wider pan covers faster and costs a little less per square.
How Do You Choose the Right Panel for a Roof?
Start with the slope, then the deck under the panel, then the look and the budget. Those four answers usually narrow the field to one or two profiles before color ever comes up.
- Slope. At 3:12 and steeper, snap-lock is the usual pick. Below that, a mechanical seam with sealant in the seam is the safer detail. Exposed-fastener panels follow the minimum in the maker’s data sheet.
- What the panel sits on. Standing seam is normally clipped to solid sheathing. Open purlins on a metal building or barn call for R-panel, PBR or the 7.2 Rib, sized to the span.
- Fasteners. Hidden clips hold each panel down while a long run still grows and shrinks through a Texas summer day. Exposed screws cost less, but every washer is a seal that ages in the sun.
- Finish. Kynar 500 holds color longest; SMP is the lower-cost paint for shops and secondary buildings.
- Use and budget. A house in a subdivision, a hay barn and a medical office each have a different right answer, and we will tell you which one fits.
Not sure which way your slope or deck points? Send the plans and we will mark up a recommendation with the quote.
The Roof Panel Lines, Page by Page
Each family has its own page with profiles, gauges, trim and ordering notes.
Standing Seam, Snap-Lock or Mechanical
Snap-lock and mechanical seam panels with concealed clips, striated or pencil-ribbed pans, and matching ridge, rake and eave trim.
7/8 Corrugated and R-Panel Sheets
Exposed-fastener 7/8 inch corrugated and R-panel for shops, barns, carports and metal buildings, with closures and screws to match.
Commercial Panels and Edge Metal
Low-slope mechanical seam panels, gravel stop, fascia and drip edge for general contractors, with submittals and shop drawings.
Copper and Zinc Sheet Work
Soldered pans, standing seam, bay roofs, turrets, accents, gutters and flashings formed from copper or zinc sheet.
AMP 7.2 Rib
A symmetrical 1.5 inch rib on 7.2 inch centers that works on a roof or a wall when the panel has to span.
AMP PBR Panels
The purlin-bearing workhorse of metal buildings, roll-formed with the deep wide profile builders know.
Steel, Gauge and Paint: What Is Standard?
Our standard roof panel is 24-gauge Galvalume steel painted with Kynar 500 (PVDF). The budget option is 26-gauge steel with an SMP paint. Exposed-fastener shop and barn roofs typically run in 26 or 29 gauge.
The heavier 24-gauge sheet resists dents better and lies flatter across a wide pan. Kynar holds its color longer under Texas sun, and the paint makers typically back it with a 30- to 35-year chalk and fade warranty. SMP costs less and suits light colors on buildings where appearance is secondary.
Color charts for both paint lines are on hand at the shop. Read more in Kynar 500 vs SMP and 24 vs 26 gauge, and see what the paint warranty covers on our warranties page.
Trim and Flashing Bent to Match the Panels
A roof package is more than panels. Every edge, transition and penetration needs a piece of trim, and those pieces come off our brakes in the same coil and color as the field panels.
- Ridge and hip caps, with vented or solid closures
- Rake and gable trim, eave drip and drip edge
- Valley pans, headwall and sidewall flashing
- Pipe flashings, pitch-change transitions, and counter-flashing where a roof meets brick or a chimney
- Gutters, downspouts and box gutter liners, covered on our gutter fabrication page
Odd angles and one-off profiles are routine work for the brake. Send a sketch with the dimensions and we draw it before it is bent. The full trim catalog lives under metal flashing and custom sheet metal work.
Ordering Metal Roof Panels: What to Send
A clean takeoff gets a fast, accurate quote. Most roofers send the same handful of items.
- Plans or a roof diagram with each plane’s length, slope and the eave-to-ridge run.
- Profile, gauge and paint, or the question you want answered about them.
- Color from the Kynar or SMP chart.
- A trim list, or let us build one from the plans.
- Panel lengths and quantities, if you have already cut a list.
- Pickup or delivery, so we can talk through job-site drop-off or loading at the Forney shop.
We confirm the ship date with your quote. If the job needs a submittal package, data sheets or shop drawings, say so on the order. Our submittal package guide shows what goes in one. Contractors placing repeat orders should read the for contractors page, and starting materials rates per square foot are on the pricing page.
The owner has spent 26+ years around metal roofs, and that time shows up in how a takeoff gets checked before coil is cut. Need the panels installed? Permanent Metal Roofing Systems puts metal roofs on across DFW.
Three Takeoff Mistakes That Slow a Roof Down
Most delays trace back to the order, not the shop. Watch for these.
- Ordering panels to the plan dimension. Panel length should include the eave overhang and the ridge detail, so measure the run the panel will actually cover.
- Forgetting the small trim. Pipe flashings, closures and transition pieces are cheap but stop a crew cold when they are missing.
- Mixing paint lots. Order the trim with the panels so both come from the same coil run and match in the sun.
Read why flat pans ripple before you choose a wide, smooth panel in a dark color.
Roof Panel Questions From Roofers and Owners
Do you sell metal roof panels to homeowners, or only to contractors?
Both. Most orders come from roofers and builders, but an owner with an installer lined up can order panels and trim the same way: send the plans or measurements and we quote the package.
Can you match a color on an existing metal roof?
Often. Bring a sample or the color name from the original paint chart. Weathered paint shifts with age, so we compare chips in daylight before you commit to a full order.
What gauge should I order for a house in North Texas?
Most houses get 24-gauge Galvalume with Kynar 500. It dents less and keeps a flatter pan than 26-gauge. The 26-gauge SMP option fits shops, sheds and tight budgets.
Which panel works on a low-slope porch or addition?
Below 3:12, a mechanical seam panel with sealant in the seam is the usual detail. Snap-lock is meant for steeper slopes. Send the slope and length and we will confirm the profile.
Are trim pieces made from the same steel as the panels?
Yes. Ridge, rake, eave, valley and wall flashings are bent on our brakes from matching coil, so color and gauge line up with the field panels.
How soon can I pick up an order?
Soon, because lead times are fast. The exact date depends on the profile, color and quantity, and we confirm the ship or pickup date in writing with your quote, before any coil is cut.
Do you supply panels for a barn or metal building on open purlins?
Yes. R-panel, PBR and the AMP 7.2 Rib are built for framing with open purlins. Give us the purlin spacing and we will point you to a panel and gauge sized for it.
Request a Written Quote
Describe the panels, trim or sheet metal you need, or attach your takeoff. Expect to hear from Architectural Metal Panels by the next business day.
You can also text roof or wall photos to (972) 332-2809
Rather talk it through? Call (972) 332-2809. Insured in full.
Send Your Roof Plans to the Forney Shop
Email plans, a roof diagram or a material list and get a written materials quote with panel lengths and trim counts. Or call (972) 332-2809 to talk profiles with the shop.