In the world of rooftop snow management, project owners have historically been forced to choose between two distinct systems: Pad-Style (minimalist friction points) or Pipe-Style (robust lineal barricades). The Fusion-Guard has fundamentally changed this dynamic, introducing a revolutionary hybrid design that offers the best of both worlds in a single, cost-effective solution.

Whether you are working with traditional materials or the latest synthetic roofing technologies, the Fusion-Guard is designed to be the only snow guard you will ever need.

What Makes Fusion-Guard a "Game-Changer"?

The Fusion-Guard is a "hybrid" system that can function as a pad-style guard, a pipe-style system, or a combination of both—often all on the same roof.

• A Pad-Style Core: At its foundation, Fusion-Guard is a sleek pad-style guard designed by roofers, for roofers, to provide effective snow management with minimal visual impact.

• Built-In Versatility: The face of each pad is engineered to accept optional rods. If added protection is required after the initial installation, the pads can be easily retrofitted with rods to create a pipe-style barricade without making any changes to the roof surface.

• 20+ Roof Types: Fusion-Guard is compatible with almost any residential roof material, including asphalt shingles, natural slate, tile, and high-end synthetic slate and shake.

Solving the Synthetic Shingle Challenge

One of the most significant advancements in modern roofing is the rise of synthetic slate and shake shingles. However, many of these materials feature waxy surfaces (Polyolefins) that are significantly more "slippery" than natural slate or wood.

• Unexpected Avalanches: Because natural wood shingles absorb water and freeze, they rarely require snow guards. In contrast, synthetic wood-look shingles can lead to sudden, high-velocity "roof avalanches" that destroy gutters and landscaping.

• The "Built-In Fix": Fusion-Guard allows homeowners to start with a minimalist pad-style layout. If the slippery nature of a synthetic roof leads to more snow movement than expected, the system provides an immediate, built-in fix by allowing for the addition of rods to provide a more robust barricade above doors and walkways.

Adding Fusion-Guard-CU: A Classic in Copper

To complement the highest-end roofing investments, Fusion-Guard is now available in Copper (Fusion-Guard-CU).

• Timeless Aesthetic: This version offers the same hybrid versatility but is designed to match the lifespan and beauty of natural slate and copper roofs.

• Retrofit Friendly: The copper variant utilizes the same innovative strap design, making it easy to install on both new construction and existing roofs.

Why Contractors and Architects Choose Fusion-Guard

• Risk Mitigation: Fusion-Guard eliminates the "roofer holding the bag" scenario by providing a built-in path for future enhancements if a client's aesthetic preferences change or a winter is harsher than anticipated.

• Cost-Effectiveness: Often the most cost-effective system on the market, it reduces inventory needs by serving as a universal solution for multiple roof types.

• Performance Tested: Like all Alpine products, the Fusion-Guard is extensively tested at our in-house facility in Vermont to ensure structural and mechanical integrity.

Design Your Fusion-Guard System Today

Protect your property with the industry's only universally designed hybrid snow guard.

• Get a Free Recommended Layout: Use our calculator to see the ideal Fusion-Guard pattern for your roof.

• Order Fusion-Guard Samples: Experience the game-changing design for yourself.