SSRA2 Adjustable Roof Jack Adapters (Pair): Non-Penetrating Walkboard Brackets for Standing Seam Roofs
The SSRA2 Adjustable Roof Jack Adapters turn your SSRA1 Standing Seam Roof Anchors into a solid walkboard platform with no holes in the roof. Each adapter bolts to the top of an SSRA1 in place of its D-ring and carries a red adjustable roof bracket that holds a 2x10 plank level on roof pitches from 6:12 to 12:12. It is the fastest way for roofers, solar installers, and service crews to stage a steep standing seam roof while keeping the panels watertight and the roof warranty intact. The pair is sold as two complete jacks, enough to carry one walkboard.
Fall Protection Distributors, LLC, the master distributor of the SSRA line, provides non-penetrating fall protection anchors, walkboards, and horizontal lifelines for standing seam roofs, shipping across the US and Canada.
Adapters Only: SSRA1 Anchors Required
This pair includes two SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters and no anchors. Each adapter mounts on one SSRA1 Standing Seam Roof Anchor, so you need two SSRA1 anchors for this pair. If you don't own anchors yet, the SSRA2 Roof Jack and SSRA1 Anchor Bundle includes both.
Quick answer: what are SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters?
The SSRA2 is a pair of non-penetrating roof jacks for standing seam metal roofs. Each jack is an 18 in. aluminum adapter plate that bolts onto an SSRA1 anchor, plus a red adjustable roof bracket that holds a 2x10 walkboard level on 6:12 to 12:12 pitches. A pair supports one worker per walkboard (one worker per 8 ft. of board plus 40 lbs. of materials). It is a staging system, not fall protection, so every worker still ties off to a personal fall arrest system.
SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter Specifications at a Glance
- 2Complete roof jacks per pair, one walkboard
- 6:12 to 12:12Roof pitch range
- 1 workerPer walkboard, plus 40 lbs. of materials
- < 8 ftMaximum spacing between jacks
- 2x10Nominal walkboard lumber
- 3,387 lbAverage maximum load in Intertek testing
- 0Roof panel penetrations
- 500+Standing seam profiles the SSRA1 fits
See What Comes in the Box: SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters Unboxing
Unboxing the SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter pair: two adapter plates and two red adjustable roof brackets that mount on SSRA1 anchors for non-penetrating 2x10 walkboards on standing seam roofs.
Why Contractors Choose SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters
Working a steep standing seam roof shouldn't be a balancing act. The SSRA2 gives your crew a level place to stand and stage material, mounted to the same SSRA1 anchors you already use for tie-off.
- Zero roof penetrations: The SSRA2 mounts to the SSRA1 anchor body, and the SSRA1 clamps the seam with set screws: no holes, no caulk, no leaks, and no risk to the roof warranty.
- Fits the roofs you work on: Because it rides on the SSRA1, the SSRA2 goes anywhere the SSRA1 fits: more than 500 standing seam profiles in 22- and 24-gauge steel, including Snaplock, single lock, double lock, T-seam, and bulb seam.
- Level on any pitch from 6:12 to 12:12: The red adjustable roof bracket sets on a pin through teardrop holes, so you can level the walking surface for the roof in front of you.
- Stable on the seam: Adjustable-height stabilizer legs with padded feet fit seams from 1 to 3 in. tall. They come down to the panel on both sides of the seam to keep the jack from rocking, and the pads help protect the panel finish.
- Works with the system you own: Remove the D-ring from an SSRA1 and bolt on the SSRA2 using the anchor's top bolts. When the job is done, reinstall the D-ring and the anchor is back to a tie-off point.
- Tested at Intertek: The adapter plate and bracket averaged a 3,387 lb. maximum load in third-party testing at a simulated 12:12 pitch.
Why the SSRA2 Outperforms Single-Purpose Walkboard Brackets
Many standing seam walkboard brackets are big, heavy, bulky, and expensive, and they only do one job on a limited number of seam styles. The SSRA2 system is built differently:
- Lighter on the roof: Each SSRA2 jack weighs about 13.5 lbs., including its SSRA1 anchor, so it is easy to carry up a ladder and move across the roof.
- Fits far more roofs: The SSRA1 base fits more than 500 standing seam profiles, so one kit covers the roofs your crew actually works on.
- Does more than walkboards: Remove the jacks, and the SSRA1s become fall-arrest anchor points. Add SSRA3 Anchor Plates and the same anchors carry a temporary horizontal lifeline.
- Better value: One anchor system handles walkboards, tie-off, and lifelines, so you don't pay for brackets that sit in the truck between walkboard jobs.
How Many SSRA2 Roof Jacks Do You Need?
Use at least two roof jacks under every walkboard, spaced less than 8 ft. apart and mounted level with each other, with the board extending 6 to 12 in. past the end jacks. One pair covers a walkboard shorter than 10 ft. Walkboards 10 ft. and longer need additional SSRA2 roof jacks so that no spacing reaches 8 ft., so plan on a second pair for longer runs. For crews staging larger roofs, the Roof Jack Pro Pack includes four SSRA2 roof jacks and eight SSRA1 anchors.
Capacity is one worker per 8 ft. of walkboard plus 40 lbs. of materials, and never more than one worker per board.
SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter Third-Party Testing
Architectural Testing, Inc., an Intertek company, tested the SSRA2 adapter plate with its roof bracket installed. Each assembly was mounted on a mock standing seam set at 45 degrees to simulate a 12:12 roof and loaded until failure. Maximum loads ranged from 2,970 to 4,228 lbs., averaging 3,387 lbs. View the SSRA2 test report
The SSRA1 anchors underneath are independently tested on both panel gauges they are approved for: to ANSI Z359.1-2007 section 4.3.6 on 22-gauge steel at Gravitec Systems, an ISO 17025-accredited lab, and to OSHA 1910.140(c)(7) and (c)(8) on 24-gauge steel with nylon-tip set screws at Intertek. See all reports on our testing page.
▶ SSRA1 Compatibility Overview
This Panel Compatibility Chart is provided only as a reference for what the SSRA1 will physically mount to. It does not determine the structural integrity of any roof system or seam. It is the Qualified Person's responsibility to verify structural suitability in the event of a fall. The SSRA1 fits over 95% of standing seam panels. It is approved only for 22- and 24-gauge steel and is not compatible with aluminum, zinc, copper, or other soft metals (for those roofs, see the RidgePro Roof Peak Anchor). Do not install on curved or tapered seams. Batten seams are OK as long as the set screws are not on top of the batten strip. The SSRA2 is for roof pitches from 6:12 to 12:12 only.
▶ Nailstrip Panel Warning
Nailstrip-style panels are approximately 50% compatible. Some seams are too wide at the base, which can allow anchor movement during installation. Treat compatibility lists as guidelines, not guarantees.
▶ Installer Responsibility
It is solely the installer's or specifier's responsibility to confirm SSRA1 suitability for the specific panel and application. The employer and the designated Competent Person are solely responsible for evaluating, determining, and documenting the structural suitability of the supporting structure, including its ability to withstand all loads that may occur during a fall or related event.
▶ Test Fit Recommendation
Perform a test fit with an RCT seam clamp or SSRA1 anchor well before installation to confirm proper engagement with your exact panel profile.
▶ Set-Screw Options
- Cupped-tip: 22-gauge steel only, torque to 90 in-lbs
- Nylon-tip: 22- or 24-gauge steel (required on 24-gauge), torque to 180 in-lbs
- Use all 12 of one type on each anchor. Never mix set screw types.
▶ Surface Impact
Minor seam dimpling and paint abrasion may occur. Scratches can be touched up with a matching paint pen.
How to Install SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters
You will need two SSRA1 anchors per pair, a 9/16" socket, an inch-pound torque wrench such as our 1/4" drive micro torque wrench, a nominal 2x10 walkboard, and 2" #10 wood screws. Read the full SSRA2 instructions before use.
- Install the anchors. Install two SSRA1 anchors in a straight, level line less than 8 ft. apart, following the SSRA1 instructions. Torque the set screws to 90 in-lbs for cupped tips or 180 in-lbs for nylon tips.
- Remove the D-rings. Remove the D-rings, top bolts, and washers from the anchor bodies.
- Mount the adapter plate. Raise the stabilizer legs on both sides of the SSRA2 adapter plate to the highest position. Secure the plate to the anchor body with the Grade 8 3/8-16 x 7/8" top bolts and washers, and torque them to 90 in-lbs.
- Set the roof bracket. Lower the red adjustable roof bracket onto the adapter plate so the 3 stud bolts pass through the teardrop holes, and secure it with the 3 stainless steel wing nuts. Adjust the bracket angle for a level walking surface and make sure the adjustment pin is fully engaged.
- Lower the stabilizer legs. Loosen the wing nuts on each side of the adapter plate, lower the stabilizer legs until they contact the panel on each side of the seam, then hand-tighten.
- Install the walkboard. Set the 2x10 in the brackets with 6 to 12 in. extending past each end jack, and secure it to every bracket with 2" #10 wood screws before anyone steps on it.
- Tie off separately. The SSRA2 is not fall protection. Every worker on the board must connect to a personal fall arrest system at their own anchorage, such as an SSRA1 with its D-ring installed.
SSRA2 Roof Jack Inspection Requirements
Inspect each roof jack and its SSRA1 anchor before every use. A Competent Person other than the user must also formally inspect the SSRA1 anchors at least every 6 months. Free inspection forms and resources are available.
- No cracks, bends, or corrosion on the adapter plate, stabilizer legs, or roof bracket
- All 3 stud bolts and all 7 wing nuts present and tight; adjustment pin fully engaged
- Top bolts tight at 90 in-lbs and anchor set screws at the correct torque
- Walkboard sound, free of cracks, and screwed to every bracket
- Stabilizer legs down and snug against the panel on both sides of the seam
Remove any damaged component from service.
SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters Technical Specifications
| Type | Pair of adjustable roof jack adapters for SSRA1 anchors (walkboard staging) |
|---|---|
| SKU | SSRA2 Pair |
| Adapter plate | 18 in. aluminum body with adjustable-height seam stabilizer legs (padded feet, fit seams 1 to 3 in. tall) and 3 stud bolts; 7 stainless steel wing nuts per jack |
| Roof bracket | Guardian Qualcraft 2500 adjustable roof bracket (red), pin adjustment through teardrop holes |
| Mounting | Bolts to one SSRA1 anchor body with its 2 Grade 8 3/8-16 x 7/8 in. top bolts (9/16 in. socket), 90 in-lbs. |
| Roof pitch | 6:12 to 12:12 |
| Capacity | One worker per 8 ft. of walkboard plus 40 lbs. of materials; no more than one worker per board |
| Spacing | At least 2 jacks per board, less than 8 ft. apart and level; board ends 6 to 12 in. past the end jacks; boards 10 ft. and longer need additional jacks |
| Walkboard | Nominal 2x10 lumber (not included), secured to each bracket with 2 in. #10 wood screws |
| Weight | About 13.5 lbs. per jack including its SSRA1 anchor (anchor sold separately) |
| Compatible panels | Any panel the SSRA1 fits: 22 and 24 ga steel standing seam, 500+ profiles |
| Testing | Architectural Testing, Inc. (an Intertek company): adapter plate with roof bracket loaded to failure on a mock seam at 45 degrees (12:12); maximum loads 2,970 to 4,228 lbs., average 3,387 lbs. |
| Fall protection | Not a fall protection device. Use with a personal fall arrest system on a separate anchorage. |
| Manufacturer | Action Manufacturing, LLC, USA. Master distributor: Fall Protection Distributors, LLC |
What's Included with the SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapters
- (2) SSRA2 adapter plates with adjustable stabilizer legs
- (2) Guardian Qualcraft 2500 adjustable roof brackets (red)
- (14) stainless steel wing nuts, 7 per jack: 3 to secure the roof bracket and 2 on each side for the stabilizer legs
- SSRA2 installation instructions
Not included: SSRA1 anchors, 2x10 walkboard, wood screws, or tools.
Expand Your System: SSRA2 Kits and Bundles
- SSRA2 Roof Jack and SSRA1 Anchor Bundle: (2) SSRA2 adapters and (2) SSRA1 anchors, ready to stage one walkboard.
- Roof Jack Pro Pack: Built for crews. (8) SSRA1 anchors with nylon-tip set screws, (4) SSRA2 roof jacks, and a torque wrench.
- Ultimate Pro Pack: The complete standing seam package: (8) SSRA1 anchors, a torque wrench, (4) SSRA2 roof jacks, (2) SSRA3 Anchor Plates, and a 100' horizontal lifeline.
SSRA2 Technical Documentation and Support
SSRA2 Instructions | SSRA2 Test Report | SSRA1 Owner's Manual | SSRA1 Test Reports | Panel Compatibility Chart | Fall Clearance Calculator
SSRA2 Adjustable Roof Jack Adapters Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter pair?
Two SSRA2 adapter plates with adjustable stabilizer legs, two red Guardian Qualcraft 2500 adjustable roof brackets, 14 stainless steel wing nuts (seven per jack: three for the roof bracket and two on each side for the stabilizer legs), and the installation instructions. SSRA1 anchors, the 2x10 walkboard, and wood screws are not included.
Do I need SSRA1 anchors to use the SSRA2?
Yes. Each SSRA2 mounts to one SSRA1 Standing Seam Roof Anchor, so a pair needs two anchors. Never mount the SSRA2 directly to the roof panel. Anchors with either cupped-tip or nylon-tip set screws work. If you need anchors too, the SSRA2 Roof Jack and SSRA1 Anchor Bundle includes both.
How much weight can the SSRA2 walkboard system hold?
The SSRA2 is rated for one worker per 8 ft. of walkboard plus 40 lbs. of materials, and no more than one worker per board. In third-party testing at Intertek, the adapter plate with its roof bracket averaged a 3,387 lb. maximum load at a simulated 12:12 pitch.
How long a walkboard can one pair support?
One pair supports a walkboard shorter than 10 ft. Jacks must be less than 8 ft. apart, with the board extending 6 to 12 in. past each end jack, so boards 10 ft. and longer need additional SSRA2 roof jacks. Use nominal 2x10 lumber and screw it to every bracket with 2" #10 wood screws.
What roof pitches does the SSRA2 work on?
Roof pitches from 6:12 to 12:12. The red roof bracket adjusts with a pin through teardrop holes so you can set a level walking surface for the pitch. Make sure the adjustment pin is fully engaged before use.
Is the SSRA2 a fall protection device?
No. The SSRA2 is a staging system that gives workers a level place to stand. Every worker on the walkboard must still be tied off to a personal fall arrest system on its own anchorage, such as an SSRA1 anchor with its D-ring installed.
What roofs is the SSRA2 compatible with?
Any roof the SSRA1 fits: more than 500 standing seam profiles in 22- and 24-gauge steel, including Snaplock, single lock, double lock, T-seam, and bulb seam. It is not for aluminum, zinc, or copper panels, or for curved or tapered seams. Batten seams work as long as the set screws are not on top of the batten strip. Check your exact panel on our Panel Compatibility Chart. For softer metal roofs that the SSRA1 is not compatible with, the RidgePro Roof Peak Anchor is a great alternative for fall protection.
SSRA2 Instructional Videos
See the SSRA2 and the full SSRA system before you buy. The unboxing video is near the top of this page. Each video loads only when you press play.
SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter Video
How the SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter attaches to SSRA1 anchor points so crews can use walkboards on standing seam metal roofs with no penetrations in the seam.
SSRA Full Product Line Introduction
How SSRA1 anchors use adapter plates: an introduction to the SSRA2 Roof Jack Adapter for walkboards and the SSRA3 Anchor Plate for horizontal lifelines.
