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Evolution Canopy System - Installation Guide

Evolution Canopy System Installation Guide | Complete Step-by-Step Instructions

Evolution Canopy System Installation Guide

Evolution Canopy System - Installation Guide

This installation guide provides an overview of how our Evolution Canopy System is installed. If you have any questions, please call us on 0117 971 9922.

Tools Required

  • Power Drill/Driver
  • HSS Drill Bits – 3mm/7mm/8mm
  • Masonry Drill Bits – 6mm/8mm
  • Silicone Gun
  • Spirit Level
  • Mallet & Hammer
  • Step Ladders

Items Supplied

  • Star Drive Bit
  • Posi Drive Bit
  • Silicone Sealant
  • Fixings
  • Gutter Grid

Canopy Components

Glazing Bar Glazing Bar
End Bar End Bar
Wall Plate Wall Plate
Eaves Beam / Gutter Eaves Beam / Gutter
Sheet End Trim Sheet End Trim
Canopy Post Leg Canopy Post Leg

Before Installation

Please ensure the following conditions have been met:

  • The host wall and base should be made of sound construction, suitable for fixing this system into position
  • The base for canopy posts should be of solid concrete construction
  • Fixings provided must be checked for suitability to your application before proceeding with the installation

We recommend two people install the canopy due to the size and weight of certain components.

Installation Steps

Step 1: Eaves Beam/Gutter Preparation

Step 1.0 - Initial Preparation

Apply a bead of silicone sealant to the edge of the eaves or beam gutter.

Applying silicone to eaves beam edge
Step 1.1 - End Cap Installation

Fix the end cap to the end of the eaves/beam gutter using the self-tapping screws and cover cap provided. Wipe off excess silicone from the outside edge.

Installing end cap with screws

Note: Do not fit screw "X" as this is fitted later.

Step 1.2 - Additional Sealing

Once the end caps are fitted, apply another bead of silicone to the inside edge.

Applying silicone to inside edge
Step 1.3 - Post Position Marking

Determine and mark the position of the post legs on the underside of the eaves or beam gutter. Select the drainage post/s and drill a central 40mm hole.

Marking post positions and drilling drainage hole

Alternative: A series of small holes can be drilled in a circular pattern to achieve the same result.

Step 1.4 - Gutter Grid Installation

To ensure that leaves and debris do not block the water outlet, install a small section of the gutter grid as shown in the diagram. This can be fixed in position using a small bead of silicone if required.

Installing gutter grid
Step 1.5 - Post Fixing

Once the pilot hole has been drilled, permanently fix the post (s) into position using two self-tapping screws per side. Ensure legs are square to eaves beam before screws are fitted.

Fixing posts with self-tapping screws

Step 2: Wall Plate Preparation

Step 2.0 - Height Determination

Determine the pitch required using the table provided below, then measure and mark the host wall at the correct height.

Note: All measurements shown are the height to the underside of the wall plate. The dimensions are for standard 2.25m posts. For 3m posts, add 750mm to the dimensions.

Step 2.1 - Pre-drilling

Using a 7mm HSS drill bit, pre-drill the wall plate 100mm from the edge. Space the remaining fixing points equally along the wall plate and drill. We recommend a minimum of one fixing per glazing bar along the wall plate.

Pre-drilling wall plate
Step 2.2 - Wall Plate Fixing

Apply a bead of silicone to the back of the wall plate. Position the wall plate against the wall and drill and fix the first hole into the wall using the 6mm masonry bit and the provided fixings.

Fixing wall plate to wall

Important: Fixings supplied are to be fixed into the brickwork with no plug. Do not fix into the mortar joint.

Step 2.3 - Final Wall Plate Sealing

Ensure the wall plate is level and fit the remaining fixings and cover caps. Apply a bead of silicone to the top edge of the wall plate to form a watertight seal.

Final wall plate sealing

Step 3: Erecting The Canopy

Step 3.0 - Edge Bar Installation

The two edge bar profiles are to be fixed onto the wall plate and eaves beam using the self-tapping screws provided. Use one screw at each end of the bar at this point to allow for movement when squaring up later in the procedure.

Installing edge bar profiles
Step 3.1 - Pitch Guidelines

The drill guidelines on the underside of the wall plate and eaves beam indicate the degree of pitch, measured from the host wall, ranging from 5 to 20 degrees. (5-degree wall plate fixing shown opposite).

Pitch guidelines on wall plate
Step 3.2 - Panel End Closures

Fit the PVC sheet end closure centrally to both ends of the polycarbonate panels.

Fitting PVC sheet end closures

Note: The printed film on the panels denotes the top sun (outer) side. The perforated foil tape should be at the gutter end of the roof.

Step 3.3 - Panel Installation

Engage the edge of the first polycarbonate panel into the glazing jaw on the edge bar and push the panel in firmly. Then select a glazing bar and engage the panel into the glazing jaw. Ensure the bar is then fully engaged with the wall plate.

Engaging panel into glazing jaw

Note: Do not secure any of the glazing bars at this point.

Step 3.4 - Complete Panel Installation

Repeat the bar fitting procedure with all the remaining panels and glazing bars until one panel remains. Now remove the edge bar to allow access of the last panel and then refit. The structure now needs to be squared up. PVC end closures should be flush to the wall plate. Now secure all glazing bars using two screws at both ends of each bar.

Completing panel installation and squaring

Step 4: Fixing Posts

Step 4.0 - Post Levelling

Once the structure is square, level the posts in both directions using a spirit level. Drill the concrete pad using an 8mm masonry bit and secure post brackets to the concrete base using the supplied stud anchors.

Leveling posts and drilling concrete
Step 4.1 - Securing Fixings

Hammer in fixings and tighten with a 13mm spanner. Check that fixings are secure for your base.

Hammering in fixings and tightening
Step 4.2 - Final Post Adjustment

Level the gutter by adjusting the post over the foot bracket. Once the desired position is achieved, secure it using two screws and caps on either side of the post.

Final post adjustment and securing

Step 5: Fitting Sheet Edge Trim

Step 5.0 - Edge Sealing

Apply a bead of silicone to the leading edge of the PVC sheet end closure at the gutter end of the canopy to ensure it is sealed onto the glazing material.

Applying silicone to sheet end closure
Step 5.1 - Trim Positioning

Position the sheet edge trim profile on top of the glazing bar ends, leaving a 10mm gap for water drainage at the end of the sheet.

Positioning sheet edge trim
Step 5.2 - Trim Fixing

Using the screws and caps supplied, use the sightline on the glazing bars to determine drill position. Use one screw per end bar and two per glazing bar.

Fixing trim with screws
Step 5.3 - Final Sealing

Apply a bead of silicone to the front edge of the trim over the glazing bar. Secure screw "X" into position (see step 1.1) and install the wall plate end caps.

Final sealing and end cap fitting

This now completes the installation of the canopy.

Wall Plate Preparation Table

Pitch (degrees)Projection1500mm2000mm2500mm3000mm3500mm4000mm
52417mm2460mm2504mm2547mm2591mm2634mm
102543mm2630mm2717mm2804mm2890mm2977mm
152665mm2795mm2924mm3054mm3183mm3312mm
202784mm2955mm3126mm3297mm3468mm3639mm

Need Assistance?

If you have any questions about your Evolution Canopy System installation:

???? Call us on 0117 971 9922

Our team is here to help ensure your installation is successful.

Disclaimer

The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for any injury or consequential losses caused by the use of unsuitable fixings or by the installation of the product in any way that differs from that described herein. Evolution canopies are designed to withstand a loading of 600 N/m², which is suitable for most domestic applications in the United Kingdom. If you are installing the canopy in an exposed location, please call your supplier to ask about increased loading specifications.

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