[CCMC 14173-R] CCMC Canadian code compliance evaluation
From: National Research Council Canada

CCMC number: | 14173-R |
Status: | Active |
Issue date: | 2021-09-27 |
Modified date: | 2022-11-17 |
Evaluation holder: | Vicwest Inc
5050 South Service Rd., Unit 200 |
Product names: |
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Code compliance: | NBC 2015 |
Evaluation requirements: |
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In most jurisdictions this document is sufficient evidence for approval by Canadian authorities.
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National Building Code of Canada 2015
ID | Code provision | Solution type |
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09-03-03-02-00-0-00 | 9.3.3.2. Galvanized Sheet Steel | Acceptable |
09-26-01-02-00-0-00 | 9.26.1.2.(1) Roofs shall be protected with roofing, i ... | Acceptable |
09-26-02-00-00-0-00 | 9.26.2. Roofing Materials | Alternative |
09-26-13-01-00-0-00 | 9.26.13.1. Thickness | Acceptable |
The above opinion is based on the evaluation by the CCMC of technical evidence provided by the evaluation holder, and is bound by the stated conditions and limitations. For the benefit of the user, a summary of the technical information that forms the basis of this evaluation has been included.
Product information
Product names
- Vicwest True Nature Cedar CreekTM Shake
- Vicwest True Nature North RidgeTM Slate
Product description
Vicwest's True Nature Cedar Creek™ Shake and True Nature North Ridge™ Slate are sheet steel roofing systems consisting of a basic panel that is pressure-formed from 0.38 mm thick Galvalume® and installed directly on sloped roofs with a minimum slope of 1 in 4 that require a roofing underlay. The sheet steel is coated with a 10,000 series polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) paint system to resist weathering and rust.
The products have a nominal measurement of 1 287 mm x 345 mm. The butt edge is bent in on itself to form a lower locking mechanism. The top edge is formed to make a clip to receive the lower edge of the panel. The top edge also has a lip to receive the fasteners. The side edges have interlocking overlap to allow for fitting between adjacent panels. Panels are to be installed working left to right.
The panels emulate the look of wood shake and stone slate. All systems include accessory strips for hip and ridge cap, and associated flashings. The panels come in a variety of colours.
Panels of the products and typical installation details are shown in Figure 1, Figure 2, Figure 3 and Figure 4. All products are installed without battens.
Figure 1. Vicwest's True Nature North Ridge™ Slate panel
Figure 2. Vicwest's True Nature Cedar Creek™ Shake panel
Figure 3. Typical installation details for Vicwest's True Nature metal roofing
Figure 4. Typical fastener installation details for Vicwest's True Nature metal roofing tile
Manufacturing plant
This evaluation is valid only for products produced at the following plant:
Product names | Manufacturing plant |
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Stratford, ON, CA | |
Vicwest True Nature Cedar CreekTM Shake | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Vicwest True Nature North RidgeTM Slate | Product evaluated by the CCMC |
Product evaluated by the CCMC Indicates that the product from this manufacturing facility has been evaluated by the CCMC
Conditions and limitations
The CCMC’s compliance opinion is bound by this product being used in accordance with the conditions and limitations set out below.
The CCMC's compliance opinion is bound by Vicwest's True Nature Cedar Creek™ Shake and True Nature North Ridge™ Slate being used in accordance with the conditions and limitations set out below.
- The panels must be installed on roofs having a minimum slope of 1 in 4.
- The products are limited to installations where no fire-resistance rating is required.
- The panels must be installed over solid sheathing in compliance with the requirements of Subsection 9.23.16., Roof Sheathing, of Division B of the NBC 2015.
- Flashing must be installed in compliance with the requirements of Subsection 9.26.4., Flashing at Intersections, of Division B of the NBC 2015.
- The panels must be installed with eave protection as indicated in Subsection 9.26.5., Eave Protection for Shingles and Shakes, of Division B of the NBC 2015.
- The panels must be installed with an underlay complying with the requirements of Subsection 9.26.6., Underlay beneath Shingles, of Division B of the NBC 2015 and as per manufacturer specifications. For slopes between 1 in 3 and 1 in 4, the underlayment must be a self-adhered membrane specified by the manufacturer.
- Only the panels with PVDF paint coatings are part of this evaluation. Panels with any other type of coating have not been evaluated by the CCMC.
- Only fasteners and accessories supplied by the manufacturer may be used in conjunction with the panels. The fasteners and accessories must be compatible with the base metal of the panels.
- Fastener spacing on the panels must be no more than 195 mm on centre (o.c.), using the pre-drilled holes along the fastening tab on the top.
- The Vicwest True Nature Cedar Creek™ Shake and True Nature North Ridge™ Slate metal roofing tiles must be installed by trained installers in strict conformance to the manufacturer's current instructions issued as of May 2021.
- The roofing systems are for use in locations where access is limited for maintenance or repair purposes. When access to the roof is needed, temporary walkways or roof boards are recommended to avoid any permanent damage to the panels.
- In case of any discrepancies between the conditions and limitations of this CCMC evaluation and the manufacturer's installation requirements, the conditions and limitations of the CCMC evaluation shall govern.
- The products or their packaging must be clearly identified with "CCMC 14173-R."
Technical information
This evaluation is based on demonstrated conformance with the following criteria:
Criteria number | Criteria name |
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CCMC-TG-074113-15A | CCMC Technical Guide for Metal Roof Panels |
Material requirements
Property | Requirement | Test method | Result | |
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Thickness of base metal (mm) | ≥ 0.33 | - | 0.44 | |
Coating quality | Smooth and uniform, free of pinholes, cracks, blisters and flaking |
CAN/CGSB-93.3 | Pass | |
Total dry film thickness (µm) | ≥ 25 | ASTM D 7091 | 27 | |
Dry film hardness | No rupture | ASTM D 3363 | Pass | |
Coating adhesion –dry | No removal of film | ASTM D 3359Table footnote (1) | Pass | |
Coating adhesion – wet | No removal of film | ASTM D 3359Table footnote (1) | Pass | |
Impact resistance | No removal of film | - | Pass | |
Salt spray resistance | ≥ 7 ratingTable footnote (2) | ASTM B 117Table footnote (3) | 7 | |
Weathering (accelerated) | No sign of any color change, chalking, or cracking |
ASTM G 155Table footnote (4) | Pass | |
Abrasion resistance | ≥ 40 | ASTM D 968 | 47 | |
Acid resistance | No loss of integrity or appreciable change |
- | Pass | |
Flexibility | No flaking or cracking | ASTM D 522, Test method B | Pass |
Performance requirements
Traffic load
Property | Requirement | Result |
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Traffic load of 900 N | No signs of any plastic deformation or permanent openings at the lap that would adversely affect the function of the roofing system | Pass |
Wind uplift
Pressure (kPa) | Time (s) | Requirement | ResultTable 3 footnote (1) |
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-0.5 | 10 | No evidence of deformation, permanent damage or failure | Pass |
-1.0 | 10 | Pass | |
-1.4 | 10 | Pass | |
-1.9 | 10 | Pass | |
-2.9 | 10 | Pass | |
-3.8 | 10 | Pass | |
-4.3 | 10 | Pass | |
-4.8 | 10 | Pass |
Dynamic pressure water infiltration
Wind speed (km/h) | Simulated rainfall (L/m2·min) | Time (min) | Requirement | ResultTable 4 footnote (1) |
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80 | 3.4 | 5 | No leakage or damage | Pass |
110 | 3.4 | 5 | Pass | |
140 | 3.4 | 5 | Pass | |
170 | 3.4 | 5 | Pass |
Administrative information
Disclaimer
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