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Articles Tagged with ''wind resistance''

A screen capture of reidential wind damage in Alaska
Odd News Dispatch

VIDEO: Stunning Moment Wind Tears Roof off Its Trusses

Gusts reaching 110 mph tore through the Anchorage, Alaska area last weekend causing destruction
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 15, 2025
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Hurricane-force winds swept through Anchorage, Alaska, on Jan. 12, with gusts near 110 mph, causing structural failures, including part of a home's roof captured on video.


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Roofing Technology

Free Roofing Resource DORA Updates Language for Ease of Use

Assemblies listed in DORA come from manufacturers adhering to rigorous product quality control measures
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 23, 2024
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With the changes, DORA underscores its role as a critical resource for accessing complete roofing systems tested in accordance with Chapter 15 of the International Building Code.


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Technical News

SPRI to Revise WD-1 Wind Design Standard

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
July 9, 2024
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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.


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Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
February 7, 2024
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Many factors go into determining a roof's wind resistance, from speed and direction to the design and materials used. Westlake Royal Roofing Products takes a closer look at the way concrete roof tiles are a superior choice for wind resistance.
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An Examination of Concrete Roofing Tile’s Wind Resistance Capabilities

Robin Anderson
January 29, 2024
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Many factors go into determining a roof's wind resistance, from speed and direction to the design and materials used. Westlake Royal Roofing Products takes a closer look at the way concrete roof tiles are a superior choice for wind resistance.
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Blown Away

Roof Peeled Right Off Its Rafters Due to High Winds

“I’ve never seen anything quite like this before,” says homeowner’s son
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
January 17, 2024
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A farmhouse in Richmond, Vt., experienced severe roof damage due to high winds, with the community rallying to repair and install a new roof swiftly.


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NRCA makes upgrades to its Roof Wind Designer Online Tool for calculating wind-resistance loads.
Trade Organization News

NRCA Announces Upgrades to 'Roof Wind Designer' Online Software

Program for helping determine wind-load calculations receives enhancements and remains free to use
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
November 30, 2023
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The National Roofing Contractors Association has upgraded Roof Wind Designer, a free online tool, to generate reports on wind uplift pressures using the latest ASCE 7-22 standards.


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Roofing Products

GAF Master Flow Pivot Pipe Boot Flashing 3- and 4-inch Models

Flashing designed and tested to pass 110 mph wind-driven rain test and Class 4 impact resistance
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
October 30, 2023
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GAF's Master Flow Pivot Pipe Boot Flashing provides an ease of installation with features such as pre-punched nail fastening guides and universal pitch adjustment.


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Project Profile: McElroy Metal Provides Hurricane-Safe Solution for Surf City Municipal Complex

April 26, 2022
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After losing its previous building to water damage due to Hurricane Florence, Surf City officials wanted to ensure their new roof could withstand severe weather.


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Air vent

For PEAK Results Go with Ridge Vents

Paul Scelsi
April 11, 2022
2 Comments

Think box vents and turbines are cheaper and better for a homeowner’s roof? Think again, says the experts at Air Vent Inc.


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