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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The announcement comes only months after the company announced its new global Grow and Impact strategy, which includes achieving carbon neutrality by the year 2050.
Contractors opted for a Versico retrofit system for Norway Elementary School in Iowa after it experienced wind damage from the 2020 derecho storm and needed to be reroofed.