Per square foot of load.
Porch awning snowload.
The moisture content of snow can range from 1 to 33 which relates to weights of 1 pound to over 30 pounds per cubic foot example.
The following table s describe the load vs span capabilities of our flat pan and w pan systems.
023 thick this simply references the thickness of the pan how to read the table.
Best selling high snow load polycarbonate patio roof awnings.
Also offering a good decoration effect.
For example in the table below.
Resist sunlight wind and rain.
If the snow on your roof is 20 inches deep then 20 x 1 25 25 lbs.
Durable sturdy and maintenance free curved awning snow load 30 7 lb.
There is a fatigue factor.
A one inch layer of water or ice weighs approximately five pounds per square foot.
Note that this level of loading 25 pounds per square foot is not intended to last all winter.
Alunotec patio awning is as one of our hot selling products well received by clients.
Snow typically weighs anywhere from 5 to 25 pounds per cubic foot depending on how wet it is.
Retractable awnings for rain protection often have higher wind ratings.
Some retractable awnings will support an extra 10 pounds others 30 and some are rated for 300 pounds.
So a roof designed for a 20 pounds per square foot snow load could theoretically hold up four inches of ice.
The type of fabric rain awnings are made from is another important consideration.
Vinyl is a rainproof material which doesn t absorb moisture stretch or shrink.
Aluminum framework with polycarbonate sheet.