Super Anchor Z-Purlin Permanent Roof Anchor for Metal Building Purlins
The Super Anchor 2811 is a permanent Z-purlin roof anchor kit in 11 gauge stainless steel with EPDM flashing, gray stem cover, zip tie tether strap, and fasteners. It bolts to common Z-purlins and its stem height clears high rib metal roofing panels. A box of 6 (1016) is listed separately.
The anchor stem features a collapsible design that arrests a fall while reducing the shock load transferred to the Z-purlin by several hundred pounds. The universal size has four mounting positions to fit all standard Z-purlins, and it is fabricated from 11 gauge stainless steel.
Who Needs This Product
The Z-Purlin anchor is a permanent fall arrest anchor for workers building and servicing light commercial metal buildings with Z-purlin framing. High rib metal roofs are among the most dangerous surfaces when wet or icy, and this anchor gives a compliant tie-off during construction and long term service. Complete the system with a full-body harness, a connecting device, and a competent-person layout.
Features
Built for Z-purlins
Designed for the metal building industry with a universal size and four mounting positions.
Collapsible shock reducing stem
The stem collapses to arrest a fall and reduce the shock load to the purlin by several hundred pounds.
Clears high rib panels
The stem height suits high rib roofing panels and blanket type insulation.
EPDM flashing included
A gray EPDM boot and aluminum flanged stem cover seal any panel shape.
11 gauge stainless steel
Corrosion resistant construction rated to a 5,000 lb minimum breaking strength.
Single or 6-pack
Order the 2811 single pack or the 1016 6-pack for larger jobs.
This anchor is a fall arrest anchorage, not a complete system. Caulking and flashing fasteners are not supplied; install onto a purlin capable of the load, use a full-body harness with a connecting device, and confirm fall clearance. Run the Fall Protection Calculator below before you tie off.
Compliance Standards
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502
Federal construction fall protection anchorage requirements.
ANSI Z359.18-17 Type D
American National Standard for anchorage connectors, Type D.
Typical Applications
How to Install the Z-Purlin Anchor
Follow the Super Anchor Safety instruction manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Choose the mounting position. Set the universal anchor to the position that matches your Z-purlin size.
- Attach. Bolt the anchor to the purlin with the included attachment hardware.
- Seal. Install the EPDM flashing boot and stem cover, adding caulking and flashing fasteners as needed; these are not supplied.
- Confirm the stem. Verify the collapsible stem and connector hole are clear of insulation and panel.
- Verify. Connect your PPE and confirm fall clearance before use.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least annually. Remove the product from service for any condition below.
- Anchor body: cracks, deformation, corrosion, or elongated holes.
- Coating: worn or damaged galvanizing, dacromet, or powder coat at the connection point.
- Fasteners and flashing: loose, missing, backed-out, or leaking hardware.
- D-ring or connection point: burrs, sharp edges, or excessive wear.
- Labels: illegible or missing product identification.
Retire the anchor immediately after any fall-arrest event, or if any inspection point fails.
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Technical Specifications
| SKU | 2811 (single pack), 1016 (6-pack) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2811 / 1016 |
| Type | Permanent Z-purlin metal building anchor |
| Material | 11 gauge stainless steel |
| Fit | Universal, four positions for standard Z-purlins |
| Stem | Collapsible, shock reducing |
| Flashing | Gray EPDM boot with aluminum flanged stem cover, included |
| Min breaking strength | 5,000 lb (22 kN) |
| Max arrest force | 3,600 lb (16 kN) |
| Max user weight | 310 lb (140 kg) including tools and equipment |
| Standards | OSHA 1926.502; ANSI Z359.18-17 Type D |
| Warranty | Super Anchor 5-year permanent anchor warranty; see Warranty tab |
Frequently Asked Questions
Super Anchor Z-Purlin Anchor Submittals and Documentation
ARS Instruction and Specification Manual 2025 (PDF)ARS series use, installation, capacity, ratings, and inspection. Warranty and Compliance Statement (PDF)Manufacturer warranty and standards compliance.Related Super Anchor Products
Building or Servicing a Metal Building?
Purlin size, panel profile, and insulation all affect the right anchor and a waterproof seal. Confirm your building with us and we will help match the correct Z-Purlin anchor and PPE.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
Super Anchor Safety Manufacturer Warranty
Super Anchor Safety (SAS) warrants to the purchaser that all products are free from defect in material and workmanship at the time of shipment. This warranty is limited to product replacement for a period of one (1) year from the date of installation or use by the owner, provided that this period shall not exceed two (2) years from the date of shipment. This warranty only covers defects in material and workmanship. It does not cover conditions resulting from normal wear, neglect, abuse, or accident. This product warranty does not cover oxidation of zinc, dacromet, or powder coatings used on permanent and temporary anchors that results from connector abrasion unless the coating can be shown to be defective at the time of purchase. This warranty is non-transferable. Any unused defective product will be replaced at no charge by returning the product to Super Anchor Safety or to the distributor the product was purchased from.
Permanent Anchor Warranty
Super Anchor Safety warrants to the purchaser that all anchors sold as a permanent fixture with Hot Dip Galvanizing, Stainless Steel, and Thermo-Plastic finishes are fully warranted against failure due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of initial installation. SAS does not warranty the installation or flashing system used to waterproof the anchors. The SAS factory warranty is void if the product has been modified or has not been used in accordance with SAS specifications and instructions for that product. Anchors that have been removed from service due to re-roofing or remodel of the structure they were originally attached to must be inspected by an SAS factory representative or a competent person before being reinstalled.
See the Super Anchor Warranty and Compliance Statement (PDF) for the full manufacturer document.
