The 'S-Ion' rainwater gutter system supplied by Samik Industry is a PVC-based product that improves upon the shortcomings of the commonly used metal gutters. It is a rainwater gutter system developed by Sekisui Chemical—a leading Japanese company in the field of high-performance reinforced PVC joints, pipes, and drainage systems—on the basis of its world-class technology.
Because it is made of PVC, there is no deterioration caused by rust as occurs with aluminum or copper gutters, so its elegant design is maintained for a long time. It is also impact-resistant, preventing product damage from ladders and other equipment used at construction sites. The impact- and corrosion-resistant S-Ion gutter is made of PVC, so no separate painting work is required, and it can accurately render both smooth curved shapes and sharp, crisp shapes. The color of S-Ion products lasts 15 to 20 years, and their quality lasts 20 to 30 years. In terms of installation as well, metal materials are heavy and difficult to transport, and cutting work depending on on-site conditions requires separate power tools, whereas the S-Ion gutter is lightweight and easy to transport, and can be cut simply with a saw, allowing quick response to on-site conditions.
The S-Ion rainwater gutter system improves work efficiency with a variety of functional components and assembly methods. The bracket, one of S-Ion's high-performance accessory materials, is made of PC (polycarbonate), which has excellent load-bearing capacity, impact resistance, and durability, giving it roughly three times the strength of comparable products. Its rib structure, which enables efficient load design, increases the strength of S-Ion products, and its high precision prevents leaks. In addition, S-Ion's unique connecting material, the 'Expansive Joint,' is applied to part of the connection between gutters to absorb the contraction and expansion forces that are drawbacks of building materials, thereby enhancing product stability and durability.
The S-Ion rainwater gutter system basically consists of a gutter, inside corner, outside corner, pipe, outlet, end cap, elbow, bracket, expansive joint, and more. After assembling the components and covering the gutter with S-Ion's dedicated flashing, a clean finish is possible. Specifically, the main components used include: △the 'Sigma 90 (∑90)' gutter, △the 'T120' gutter for roof tiles, and △the 'Y60' drainage pipe. △Sigma 90 is a gutter for general roofing materials, with a drainage cross-sectional area of 0.00575㎡, a drainage capacity of 1.52 liters/second, and a projected roof area drainable per outlet of 58㎡ or less. It is available in brown and white. △The 'T120' gutter for roof tiles makes homes stand out with a design and shading effect that make the eaves appear larger, and its durability is enhanced by high weather-resistance treatment that suppresses color fading and staining. Its drainage cross-sectional area is 0.00889㎡, its drainage capacity is 0.0026㎡/second, and the projected roof area drainable per outlet is 77㎡. △The 'Y60' is a pipe that drains water downward from the gutter, adopting a square standing-bracket design that never grows tiresome. It is available in white and black. In addition to the basic components, the S-Ion rainwater gutter system also comes equipped with a 'leaf strainer' that prevents fallen leaves from accumulating in the gutter and obstructing water flow, a dedicated adhesive (Adhesive No.41) used to bond S-Ion components, and a 'rain chain' that enhances the decorative effect. 1588-3648