Articles Tagged with ''SPRI (Single Ply Roofing Industry)''

SPRI announced plans to revise ANSI/SPRI WD-1, “Wind Design Standard Practice for Roofing Assemblies,” to enhance wind uplift resistance and prepare it for adoption into the International Building Code.

Last week, the National Roofing Contractors Association convened its annual "Roofing Day" in Washington, D.C., uniting industry stakeholders for advocacy. With record-breaking attendance and meetings, the focus was on pressing policies impacting the $50.6 billion domestic roofing market. 

SPRI has issued a white paper addressing the impact of construction-generated moisture on roofing, urging ventilation and suggesting remediation measures during construction.

SPRI plans to seek re-approval of the ANSI/SPRI RD-1 standard for retrofit roof drains as an American National Standard and is asking professionals for feedback; contact SPRI to participate.

The SPRI spent time giving back by assembling and donating 25 bicycles for second grade students in the area during its 42nd Annual Conference & Business Meeting.

SPRI's 42nd Annual Conference saw the election of new officers for a 2024-2025 term, including President Scott Carpenter, President-Elect Brian Chamberlain, and Secretary & Treasurer Mike Darsch.

SPRI, Inc., the trade group representing single-ply roofing manufacturers, has introduced an Environmental Product Declarations section on its website, providing standardized information about the environmental impact of TPO and EPDM roofing materials from various member companies.

SPRI, Inc., the trade group representing the manufacturers of single-ply roofing systems and related component materials, recently named Chadwick Collins its new technical director.

The white paper outlines the hazards of poor attachment of rooftop equipment and utilities, FEMA advisory resources, current code requirements for proper attachments and more.

A significant update to the International Building Code clarifies how lightning protection systems must be installed on rooftops.