Vicwest
Ultravic
Vicwest's classic exposed-fastener roof and wall panel, with a 0.698-inch depth, visible 9-inch rib spacing and 28-gauge standard reference.
- 914 mm / 36-inch coverage
- 3:12 minimum slope
- Signature & Signature Matte SMP colours
Econo Rib · Ottawa & Eastern Ontario
Coverage that keeps the job honest.
Practical exposed-fastener steel roofing for homeowners, cottages, farms and utility buildings where efficient coverage and straightforward value matter.
30- and 36-inch coverage
Compare nominal panel widths for your chosen profile.
Exposed-fastener format
A familiar installation approach with accessible, serviceable details.
Roof-specific review
We confirm slope, substrate, edges and transitions before quoting.
Three dependable systems
Same practical idea. Different profile decisions.
Coverage and profile details vary by panel. The right choice comes from roof geometry, use, finish direction and the details your building needs—not from a generic “best” label.
Vicwest
Supervic
A cost-effective, lightweight exposed-fastener roof or wall panel with four ¾-inch main ribs and stiffening beads.
- 762 mm / 30-inch coverage
- Gauge and lengths vary by plant
- Signature, Signature Matte & natural finishes listed
Ideal Roofing
Americana
Ideal Roofing's efficient exposed-fastener roof and siding panel, with 0.75-inch ribs, an anti-siphon overlap groove and supplied 26- and 29-gauge options.
- 915 mm / 36-inch coverage
- 3:12 minimum slope
- 20 supplied colour references
Where it earns its keep
A sensible roof for the buildings that do the work.
Econo Rib is at home on a cottage roof, detached garage, farm building, workshop or straightforward residential roof where broad coverage and a familiar panel system are part of the brief.
Homes and additions
Cottages and outbuildings
Farms and agricultural buildings
Garages, shops and utility spaces
Profile gallery
Look closely at the panel and the finish.
Before you choose
The panel is only one part of the roof.
We inspect slope, deck and existing roofing, then plan underlayment, ventilation, flashings, penetrations and snow-shedding details around the building.
Request a roof reviewProfile and roof geometry
Discussed in the estimate before materials are ordered.
Substrate and ventilation
Discussed in the estimate before materials are ordered.
Edges, valleys and wall transitions
Discussed in the estimate before materials are ordered.
Finish, fastener and warranty documents
Discussed in the estimate before materials are ordered.
Straight answers
Econo Rib FAQ
A practical comparison for Ottawa-area property owners.
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