310800 Trekker Cladding Sanded Installation Guide

310800 Trekker Cladding Sanded

Specifications

• Standard size panel Thickness: 16mm
• Overall width: 157mm
• Length: 3200mm

Product Usage Instructions

Storage & Handling

• Trekker Global Composite wall cladding panels should ALWAYS be stored in a cool shaded area, on a flat and level surface that supports the whole length of the panels.
• Ensure they are not directly on wet, cold, or uneven grounds. Wear protective gloves when handling and lifting the panels.

Safety

• When cutting the panels and aluminum trims, wear appropriate safety gloves and goggles at all times.
• Use a dust extractor attachment with a chop/skill saw.
• Proper safety equipment should be worn when handling deliveries. Follow site safety regulations for PPE.

Tools Required

• Cross-adjustable laser level
• Cordless drill
• Chop/bench skill saw with dust extractor
• Freud blade to suit skill saw – 165mm/20mm

Materials

• Aluminium Starter rail track
• 2-part Aluminium external corner trim

Installation of the Trekker Cladding System

1. Pre-condition structure survey of the wall.
2. Set out wall areas correctly before starting.
3. Ensure expansion joints are in place as needed.
4. Battens should be at a maximum of 300mm centers.

Cladding Installation Patterns

• Staggered Expansion Joints
• Aligned Expansion Joints
• Tips & Advice
• For further assistance, contact Trekker Global Technical Department.

FAQ

Q: How should I store the Trekker Global Composite wall cladding panels?

• A: Always store them in a cool shaded area on a flat and level surface.

STORAGE & HANDLING

• Trekker Global Composite wall cladding panels should ALWAYS be stored in a cool shaded area, on a flat and level surface that supports the whole length of the panels.
• We recommend storing the Trekker Panels on a long pallet to ensure they are NEVER sat directly on wet, cold, or uneven grounds.
• Wear protective gloves when handling the panels and take care when lifting them.

SAFETY

• When cutting the Trekker Global composite cladding panels and aluminum trims, appropriate safety gloves and goggles should be worn at all times. A dust extractor attachment is recommended when using a chop/skill saw.
• Appropriate Safety equipment should also be worn when handling all deliveries from Trekker Global. If you are working on a main contractor/building site, all correct PPE should be in place as per your RAMS.

TOOLS REQUIRED

1. Cross-adjustable laser level
2. Cordless drill
3. Chop/bench skill saw with dust extractor
4. Freud blade to suit skill saw – 165mm/20mm.
5. Rubber mallet
6. Measuring tape
7. Long spirit level
8. Stanley folding horses/benches & spreader
9. Set of quick grip bar clamps
10. Hack saw for cutting aluminum
11. Drill bits – different thicknesses to suit the cladding products
12. Combination square
13. Safety goggles
14. Safety gloves
15. Pencil
16. Straight blade Stanley knife

MATERIALS

INSTALLATION OF THE TREKKER CLADDING SYSTEM

Before any installation is carried out there are 4 Golden Rules.

1. Pre-condition structure survey of the wall that will be receiving the Trekker Global Composite Cladding panels – the walls must be plumb and level.
2. Set out all wall areas correctly before beginning the installation.
3. Expansion joints must be in place where required & must always fall on a double batten.
4. Battens should always be at a maximum of 300mm centers both horizontally and vertically.

• The above 4 items are very critical factors whilst installing the Trekker Global Cladding system. All 4 items above MUST be implemented.
• Failure to carry out these procedures will mean the installation and performance of the Trekker Global Cladding will be affected.
• Trekker Global will not be held responsible if these above elements, and any of the installation guidance notes, have not been followed.

CLADDING INSTALLATION PATTERNS

• Trekker Cladding can be installed in different patterns depending on preference – both horizontally and vertically

TIPS & ADVICE

• Installing the Trekker Global cladding system requires a minimum of 2 people – this depends on the height and length of the wall, more people may be required.
• All timber wall joists/battens should be of class 4 (C24) BS EN 335-1. treated standard timber. Minimum timber batten thickness of 30mm depth x 50mm wide.
• If you are unsure of the size battens to use, please contact Trekker Global Technical Department.
• Trekker holds no responsibility for the installation of the joists/battens.
• All joists/battens should be set off the ground by a minimum of 50mm
• All trekker cladding must run 90 degrees against the existing fixed battens, both in horizontal and vertical installations.
• Aluminum trims should NEVER be overlapped & must have a 3mm gap when meeting up with another trim.
• All horizontal cladding panels must start from the bottom upwards.
• All vertical cladding panels can be started from the left or right-hand side.
• You cannot start vertical cladding from left and right sides at the same time on the same elevation.
• Slight variations in the board length may occur (3200-3240mmL) – it is advisable to check that all materials are correct and the ends are perfectly square, before installation.
• Board colors may vary from batch to batch due to natural wood content – we would recommend laying out panels to ensure any variations are accounted for.
• Any single cladding panel over 3200mm long must from there on have expansion gaps in place (horizontal cladding only).
• Double battens are required at the top of the vertical cladding, only if you will be using a stop-end 2-part aluminum flashing.
• For horizontal cladding, double battens are required if you are finishing with a stop-end 2-part aluminum flashing. On all horizontal cladding external corners, double battens will be required on both returns of the corner.
• On horizontal & vertical Cladding double battens are required if you are finishing with the Aluminium Stop End 2 part Aluminium flashing.
• On all horizontal cladding external corners, double battens will be required on both returns of the corner.

HORIZONTAL CLADDING

Before installation, remember the 4 golden rules.

1. Make sure all the walls, structures & joists are acceptable to receive the Trekker system. They must be in line, level & plumb with all elevations.
2. Ensure external & internal corners, soffits & openings are plumb/level and that there is no undulations within that build-up. If there is, this will have an impact on the installation of the cladding panels. This exercise is very important.
3. Double battens should be installed within the setting out of the battens. This is to allow for expansion joints in the cladding system. Stick & apply the black Trekker tape completely over the double-width battens wherever they are situated. Always ensure that there is an 8mm gap at the header of the battens to allow airflow.
4. If the above is in place, set up an adjustable cross-line laser level at 35mm up from the bottom of the timber battens. If the Trekker cladding meets up with Trekker Decking, please see the Trekker Global decking guidance manual.
5. The laser line should be constant and true and maintained throughout the building/elevation.
6. Other independent buildings within the same project must follow the above process.
7. Pre-drill & fix the Aluminium starter rail at 300mm centers.
8. The starter rail should be set directly on top of the laser line which is set 35mm off the bottom of the batten.
   • FIXING EXTERNAL CORNERS
9. Make sure all the wall corners are plumb and straight.
10. Pre-drill the aluminum trims at a maximum of 400mm centres.
11. Leave a 3mm gap when continuous runs of aluminum are required, maintaining a plumb and straight line throughout.
12. Leave the bottom of the external corner trim flush with the bottom timber batten.
13. Installing the colored corner finish aluminum trims is the last phase of the installation. Once all the cladding panels have been installed. See items 30-34 below.
14. Before the installation of the cladding panels, make sure all trims are plumb/straight & are in place as they should be.
    • INSTALLING THE TREKKER WALL PANELS
15. Measure and cut the correct length of the panel to fit between the aluminum trims.
16. Leave a 5mm gap at each end of the panel to allow for expansion. Cutting the cladding panels with a bench chop/miter saw is highly recommended.
17. With assistance, position the lip on the back of the panel into place on the starter rail.
18. Gently push the panel downwards into the slot of the starter rail. This may take the use of a rubber mallet, gently tapping & working along the top of the panel from one side to the other.
19. Once the panel is sitting neatly inside the starter rail slot, place a long spirit bubble level on top of the panel to make sure the panel is level. Repeat this in different locations along the same panel.
20. Once the panel is level, and make sure your spacers are in place and that the panel does not move, pre-drill the top of the cladding panel screw slot at one end using a 7mm drill bit. DO NOT pre-drill the timber batten with the same drill bit, only pre-drill the Trekker Global composite cladding panel.
21. Gently screw into the previously pre-drilled hole with a 4mm x 40mm screw using a cordless screwdriver (do not use an impact drill) just until the screw bites the panel. Make sure the screw is just beyond the screw slot opening, maintaining the use of the spacer guides placed into the panel to allow for the next panel.
22. Repeat the previous step to the other end of the same panel, then again in the middle of the same panel whilst always using/moving along the spirit level and your spacers as guidance.
23. If the panel is still level then repeat this operation on the remaining timber battens in that line (which is at every 300mm center), still using the spacer guide along the way as you fix the panel that will allow the next panel to slot in.
24. Every cladding panel should have an expansion gap at each joint and at each end, where required, both vertically & horizontally within that panel length (See Trekker Global Technical department if you are unsure).
25. All expansion joint gaps should always fall on the double batten.
26. When installing the Trekker cladding panels, both vertically & horizontally, some may prefer a staggered expansion gap look as below.
27. Trekker cladding panels MUST NEVER be butted up tight against each other.
28. Follow all the same procedures as in items 15-27 above with your remaining panels.
29. Do not fix the ends of the cladding panel into the aluminum trim leg, this must be fixed into the end timber batten. A double timber batten may be required at each internal & external corner.
30. Measure the aluminum-colored trims. Measure twice to make sure it is the required length to be fitted. Leave a 3mm gap between all aluminum flashing that meets up with each other.
31. Use a metal hacksaw to cut a straight line through the aluminum trims.
32. Take the cut finished/colored corner trim and offer the trim to the receiver trim.
33. Make sure the aluminum trim is set and ready to be pushed/tapped into place. Gently tap the trim into the aluminum receiver track slot using a rubber mallet, if required.
34. Make sure to leave a neat finish where a colored trim meets another colored trim.
    • VERTICAL CLADDING
35. Follow all the same procedures as in items 1-34, but with the panels installed vertically. The starter rail will now be set vertically at the point where you will be starting the vertical cladding installation, or you can use a stop-end aluminum flashing to start from. The below picture shows a stop-end flashing.

• Please note: all images used in this installation guide have been taken in our Trekker training center.
• For further assistance, please contact Trekker
• Global Technical Department on 01483 310800 or technical@trekkerglobal.com.
• Guildford
• 11a Midleton Industrial Estate
• GU2 8XW
• Preston
• 172 Brierley Road, Walton Summit Centre PR5 8AH
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• Trekker Global Limited Registered in England No. 14799124
• For further assistance, please contact Trekker Global Technical Department on 01483 310800 or technical@trekkerglobal.com.

References

• Trekker Global | Luxury Decking and Cladding FSC® Certified Boards – Trekkerglobal

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