Field

Description

Supplier

Enter the supplier name or click Supplier to select one from the existing database list.

The list of Suppliers is set up in People.

See People for more info.

Profile

Enter or select the panel profile from the existing list.

The list of profiles is based on the existing Tile definitions.

💡 Note: If you intend to use this definition for curved sheeting (e.g. bullnose verandahs or cranked eaves), the profile name must include the word “curve” or “curved” (e.g. “Curved Softform” or “Curve Quality Longspan”).

Finish

Enter or select the finish of the panel (e.g. Colorbond, Zincalume, Galvanised).

The list of Names is based on the existing Tile definitions.
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💡 Note: If the finish includes “Painted”, “Color”, “Colour”, or any text containing “COL”, Roof Wizard will automatically prompt you to select a colour when using the panel. Define available colours under Set-Up > Metal Colours.

Fastener Code

Select a predefined fastener from the list or enter a new fastener directly into the fastener field.

Fasteners are defined in Set-Up>Fasteners.

See Set-Up>Fasteners for more info.

Fasteners

Defines how fasteners are quantified — either:
• Per m² (or ft²), or
• Per metre (or foot) of supporting purlin/batten.
To use the second method, you must insert purlins/battens via Cover > Flashing.

Product Code

A unique identifier for this panel, used to connect pricing, labour, and accessories.
Avoid using spaces or special characters (@#$%&*!). If needed, use underscores instead (e.g. Product_Code).

Coil Info

Allows you to define coil details (width, weight) to assist with ordering and cost tracking.

Coverage Width

The exposed coverage width of one sheet. Determines how many panels are needed to cover the roof.

Thickness

The base metal thickness (BMT) of the sheet. Used for reference and specification.

Cost

The cost of the material.
Use the toggle button next to the cost field to switch between cost per area (m² / ft²) and cost per length (m / ft).
• If set to area → reported by area under Reporting > Supply.
• If set to length → reported by total length.

Min Order Length

The minimum orderable sheet length.
A value of 0 allows any length. Commonly set equal to the sheet width.

Max Order Length

The maximum orderable sheet length.
A value of 0 allows unrestricted length — typically used when roll-forming onsite.

Allowances to Use

Specifies a saved allowance file for this panel. These allowances determine coverage, lap, and cutting waste used by Generate Panel Layout and other estimating tools.

See Estimate > Allowances for more info.

Pay Rate Schedule

Allows you to pre-select a labour rate for this metal panel.
When the panel is used in a job via Cover > Select Metal, the assigned pay rate schedule is automatically applied.
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Options:
- Default: Uses the system default pay rate.
- None: No pay rate is automatically applied.

To define a Pay Rate Schedule go to Set-Up > Metal Pay Rates - Variable.

See Metal Pay Rates - Variable for more info.

Alternate Category

Assigns the tile to an alternate category for sorting in the Supply & Install summary.

PDF File

Allows you to attach a PDF document — such as a manufacturer specification sheet — for inclusion in your documentation package.

Button

Function

Select

Displays all metal panels in the database for selection, editing, or deletion.

Delete

Deletes the currently selected definition.

Add

Adds the current panel definition to the database (must have a unique Product Code).

Accessories

Opens the Define Panel Accessories dialog box.

See Panel Accessories for more info.

Update

Updates an existing metal panel record after editing.

Stock-Lengths

Opens the Panel Stock Lengths dialog box.

See Panel Stock Lengths for more info.

Cancel

Closes the dialog without saving changes.

OK

Commits all changes to the data file — nothing is permanently saved until you click [OK].