« Back to Glossary Index. A metal strip, plate or metal angle piece, either continuous or individual (“clip”), used to secure two or more components together. Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary.

What does the cleat do in a metal roofing system?

Cleats. What it is: Cleats are the clips used to anchor down a metal wall system.

What is the purpose of architectural cleats?

Expansion cleats are typically used on long runs of standing seam roofing. Movement caused by thermal expansion and contraction is transmitted towards the ridge and eaves. Expansion cleats relieve the stresses that weaken the holding power of fixed cleats on long runs.

What is cleat trim?

Trim cleat is a continuous piece of metal that’s designed to hold the ends of the parapet cap in place. The hem at the drip edge of the parapet cap will hook into the trim cleat.

What are roof cleats for?

Metal Roofing System Cleats. Continuous metal strips used to secure metal roofing components, normally along the roof edge and areas of trim, flashing and gutter installations. Usually longer than fasteners, they are a single-formed piece of material and can be made at the job site.

What is a cleat in architecture?

A French cleat is a way of securing a cabinet, mirror, artwork or other object to a wall. It is a molding with a 30–45 degree slope used to hang cabinets or other objects. Once the cleat is secured to the wall, the cabinet can be simply lifted onto it.

What are cleats in construction?

A cleat is a strip of wood or metal that is attached to one part of an object, in order to hold it in place while attaching another part. A cleat can be used in putting up such large pieces as kitchen cabinets.

What is a cleat in metal?

« Back to Glossary Index. A metal strip, plate or metal angle piece, either continuous or individual (“clip”), used to secure two or more components together. Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary. cleat (noun)