Karben Guard® Components & Accessories
Premium Components for Professional Installations
A gutter guard system is only as reliable as the components used to install it. That’s why Karben Guard® manufactures a comprehensive range of premium gutter guard components and accessories designed specifically for Australian roofing systems.
Manufactured in-house and engineered for professional installation, our component range has been developed to provide installers with a complete system that delivers strength, consistency and a professional finish on every project.
Manufactured in Australia Using Genuine BlueScope Steel
Since 2012, Karben Industries has manufactured its gutter guard components and accessories in-house using specialised sheet metal machinery and tooling, allowing us to maintain strict quality control across every item in the range.
To ensure a seamless and professional finish, Karben Guard® components are available across the full range of standard COLORBOND® colours, together with COLORBOND® Ultra® and COLORBOND® Matt® finishes.
Karben Guard® Roof Saddles
Karben Guard® manufactures a range of profile-specific roof saddles designed to simplify installation while providing a secure and professional fixing method.
Available profiles include:
- Custom Orb® Saddles
- Trimdek® Saddles
- Klip-Lok® Saddles
Karben Guard® Gutter Fixing Trims
Designed for Faster, Cleaner Installations
Karben Guard® Gutter Fixing Trims have been specifically developed to provide a strong, reliable and professional fixing point for Karben Guard® mesh systems while simplifying the installation process for contractors and installers.
90° Gutter Fixing Trim
Designed for applications with a traditional eaves gutter, the Karben Guard® 90° Gutter Fixing Trim provides a secure and uniform attachment point between the mesh system and the gutter edge.
- Genuine BlueScope COLORBOND® steel
- Pre-drilled fixing holes
- Colour matched to the gutter system
- Suitable for most standard gutter guard applications
- Available in Standard, Ultra and Matt finishes
15° Gutter Fixing Trim
The Karben Guard® 15° Gutter Fixing Trim has been developed to provide a practical fixing solution for applications where a conventional gutter edge is not available or where roof design requires an alternative installation method.
The profile is commonly used for installations adjacent to parapet walls, box gutters and other custom roofing details. It is also widely used as an alternative to roof saddles on standing seam roofing profiles, providing installers with a simple and effective method of securing the mesh system wherever the is no profile-specific saddles available.
Its versatile design makes it a popular choice for both residential and commercial projects where standard fixing methods may not be suitable.
- Genuine BlueScope COLORBOND® steel
- Ideal for parapet wall applications
- Suitable for box gutter installations
- Commonly used on standing seam roof profiles
- Adaptable to a wide range of custom applications
- Available in Standard, Ultra and Matt finishes
Karben Guard® Fasteners, Manufactured by Bremick®
8/18 Hex Head Vortex Fix™ with B8 Coating (Cat 5)
Karben Guard® installations use the Vortex Fix™ 8-18 Hex Head fastener featuring the advanced Revolution B8® coating system. Designed for fastening light-gauge metal sheeting, trims, saddles and related sheet metal components, the Vortex Fix™ delivers strong installation performance together with superior corrosion protection in demanding Australian environments.
The Revolution B8® coating system was selected for its corrosion resistance and durability in harsh Australian conditions.
Independent testing has demonstrated that the Revolution B8® coating provides more than double the corrosion protection of conventional Class 4 coatings and is suitable for use in very severe corrosive environments.
Key features:
- Certified for ISO 9223 Category 5 environments
- Vortex™ drilling point for improved drilling performance
- Suitable for fixing saddles, trims and sheet metal accessories
- More than double the corrosion protection of conventional Class 4 coatings
- Eight times harder and more abrasion resistant than traditional Class 4 coatings
- Fully compatible with COLORBOND® steel, COLORBOND® Ultra®, ZINCALUME®, galvanised steel and zinc-coated steel products
- Colour matched for a professional finish
Karben Guard® Silicone, Manufactured by Soudal®
To complement the Karben Guard® range of mesh, trims, saddles and fasteners, Karben Guard® also supplies a premium neutral cure silicone sealant selected specifically for roofing, guttering and general building applications.
Available in clear and black, Soudal® silicone provides excellent adhesion, long-term flexibility and strong resistance to UV, weather and moisture, making it suitable across a wide range of Karben Guard® installations.
- Available in clear and black
- Excellent adhesion to COLORBOND® steel, galvanised steel, glass, concrete and other common building materials
- UV resistant and weatherproof
- Permanently flexible after curing A quality sealant helps complete a professional installation while providing long-lasting protection against the elements.
Why Choose Karben Guard® Components?
Unlike generic building products, Karben Guard® components have been specifically developed to work together as part of a complete installation system. This ensures:
- Consistent appearance across the project
- Faster installation
- Reliable long-term performance
- Quality Australian manufacturing
- Genuine BlueScope COLORBOND® steel
- Premium Bremick® fastening systems
- Access to Standard, Ultra and Matt colour-matched finishes
- Technical support from an experienced team
- A complete system from one supplier
