When it comes to rooftop paving systems, wind uplift has become one of the most critical design and safety challenges.
Lightweight ceramic slabs, when installed without mechanical or adhesive fixation, can pose a serious risk, especially on high-rise buildings or exposed coastal locations. Across Europe, there have already been incidents of tile displacement and storm damage caused by insufficient wind resistance.
Zoontjens have over 50 years of developing products to create exceptional rooftop landscapes and roofscapes. For more than eight years, Zoontjens International B.V. has successfully applied its bonded fixplate lock system (even on high-rise buildings in coastal zones) with zero storm-related damage.
This long-term record under real-world conditions proves the system’s outstanding reliability and wind uplift performance. An independent wind uplift report is available, providing detailed validation of the system’s safety and compliance with the relevant test standards.
A1 Smart-Ped: Innovation you can rely on
After five years of focused development, the A1 Smart-Ped is now fully developed, tested, and protected by two international patents. Together with the lock bonding method, it delivers a complete, durable, and fully certified solution for modern roof terraces and podium decks.
Fire safety and durability beyond compliance
While today’s building regulations require non-combustible (A-class) materials,
Zoontjens goes further. The A1 Smart-Ped system, when installed with our marine-grade
adhesive, achieves certified A1 and A2 fire classifications. This adhesive technology has
been used for decades in the marine industry, performing flawlessly under extreme
environmental conditions, ensuring a strong, weatherproof, and long-lasting bond.
Why A1 Smart-Ped outperforms conventional systems
• Proven Wind Uplift resistance
Over 8 years of successful application, including coastal and high-rise projects, with no storm damage recorded. Performance verified by an independent wind uplift report.
• Certified fire performance (A1 & A2)
Fully compliant with the latest UK and EU non-combustibility standards.
• Architectural freedom
A completely invisible system – no clamps, rails, or slots in tiles – preserving the architect’s pure design intent and clean joint lines. In contrast, mechanical fixing systems interrupt the visual rhythm of tile joints and are often considered aesthetic distractions in high-quality designs.
• Simpler and faster than rail systems
Competing rail systems are typically more complex, time-consuming, and costly to install. The A1 Smart-Ped eliminates rails and mechanical fixings altogether, offering simpler handling, faster installation, and significant cost savings.
• Proven adhesive technology
The only pedestal system that is bonded, not mechanically fixed, using a marine-proven adhesive with exceptional durability and performance.
• Demonstrated project success
Recent installations in central London have been enthusiastically received by clients, citing faster installation, reduced workforce requirements, and substantial cost savings.
• Universal and Scalable
Suitable for all roof types – starting from just 40 mm build-up height – handling slope correction, wind uplift, and limited height constraints in one system.
In Summary
The A1 Smart-Ped with lock is the only rooftop paving system combining:
✅Proven wind uplift protection (independently tested)
✅Verified A1 and A2 fire performance
✅Architectural freedom with invisible support and/or fixing
✅Durable marine-grade adhesive bonding
✅Simpler and more economical installation than rail systems
✅Proven real-world performance on major UK projects
It’s not only safer – it’s smarter, faster, and more cost-effective, delivering superior long-term value from design to completion.
