PVC ROOFING MATERIALS – PERFORMANCE, CONSTRUCTION, FUNCTIONALITY
This course will describe the many benefits of using a white reflective PVC roofing membrane, including saving energy and reducing the use of fossil fuels. The question of which buildings should consider PVC roofs will also be discussed.
TPO TECHNOLOGY: UNDERSTANDING PROVEN PERFORMANCE AND THE MOST RECENT DEVELOPMENTS
This course reviews the basics of TPO roofing systems and discusses the latest in TPO roofing technology and performance improvements. TPO membrane is the most widely used low-slope roofing material in North America, accounting for more than half of all low-slope roofs installed each year.
TOP 10 REASONS TO CHOOSE AN EPDM ROOF
This presentation is designed to help architects, specifiers, consultants, and building owners understand the primary reasons why they may want to upgrade to an EPDM rubber roof. A basic understanding of available commercial roofing options is helpful but not absolutely necessary to gain insight from this program.
SINGLE-PLY ROOFING TECHNOLOGY
This one-hour session will include topics ranging from industry issues such as enhanced roofing system design options to market trends including ANSI/SPRI ES-1 for metal edging, ASCE 7, and the International Building Code, as well as roof system warranties.
BLACK OR WHITE MEMBRANE, WHAT IS THE SUSTAINABLE AND ENERGY EFFICIENT CHOICE?
The one-hour session will cover the energy impact of roof color based on various geographic regions along with a review of the performance trade-offs and other considerations that go into a sustainable roofing system design.
EVOLUTION OF WHITE EPDM
ince the introduction of white EPDM roofs in 1987, numerous enhancements have been made to the membrane and system components, making today’s white EPDM systems far more robust and a greater value than ever before.
FLEECE MEMBRANES AND URETHANE ADHESIVES –INDUSTRY-LEADING PERFORMANCE
In this program the participants will learn about the physical characteristics of different types of fleece-backed single-ply membranes, including EPDM, TPO, PVC, and KEE HP, as well as the benefits of the addition of fleece to the membranes.
DESIGNING FOR PERFORMANCE – SINGLE-PLY ROOFING LESSONS LEARNED
The one-hour session will cover the energy impact of roof color based on various geographic regions along with a review of the performance trade-offs and other considerations that go into a sustainable roofing system design.
MOISTURE MIGRATION- CAUSES AND CURES
Advances in product technology and building codes/standards have created unforeseen consequences, with moisture migration from different sources entering into the roof assembly and affecting its long-term performance. How the moisture moved into the assembly, the results, and the overlooked details shall be reviewed, as well as how to mitigate or correct these concerns prior to installation.
PERFORMANCE INFLUENCE - ROOFING ASSEMBLIES’ INTERFACE WITH DECKS
With all the outside forces affecting building construction, such as the International Code Council, economic changes, and green standards to name a few, it is no wonder some decking materials have conflicted in interfacing with the roofing assemblies.
NEW CONCRETE ROOF DECKS
Roof installations over new concrete roof decks can be challenging because the concrete is still wet beyond its structural cure time. General contractors want roofing to begin as soon as possible once the roof deck has hit its structural cure, but they don’t realize that moisture can comprise the integrity of a roof system.
DAYLIGHTING- BENEFITS, BASICS, AND NEW SOLUTIONS
This presentation will detail the benefits provided by daylighting, discuss where skylighting fits in a world of LEDs, describe the basics of how to evaluate daylighting potential in a building, review various types of units and glazings, and discuss accessory options available to meet standards such as VSH and fall protection.
ALL ABOUT THE EDGE
An introduction to the design, testing, and performance of edge metal systems for low-slope roofs. This presentation will go over the basics of edge metal, describe the importance of the perimeter edge in relation to the total roof system, explain the history behind metal roof edge standards such as ANSI/SPRI/ES-1, discuss detail updates to roof edge standards, and explain performance and test ratings/protocol.
COLD STORAGE ROOF SYSTEM CONSIDERATIONS
This presentation will bring knowledge of roof system design considerations when dealing with cold storage applications. The presenter will discuss various types of cold storage application techniques and provide insight on the importance of understanding internal climate zones and how they may impact design considerations for the roof system assembly.