Description
Learn about the latest trends and developments with metal roofing.
Metal roofing is a rapidly growing industry but, with that, has come a great deal of confusion, lack of knowledge, and sometimes even some subpar products as far as quality and performance expectations. This topic provides reliable information to help determine what are the components of a successful metal roofing system, from substrate and coatings to product design, construction design, and installation. You will walk away knowing the right things to specify in regards to metal roofing, and the things to watch for throughout the project’s progress.
Date: 2019-06-28 Start Time: End Time:
Learning Objectives
The Metal Roofing Industry
• Industry Growth and Current Statistics
• Commercial vs. Residential
• New Construction vs. Retrofit
Product Benefits
• Sustainability / Durability / Resiliency
• Recycled Content and Recyclability
• Hail Resistance
• Fire Safety
• Wind Resistance
• Low Weight
• Energy Efficiency
• Beauty
Metal Roofing Products
• Vertical Seam vs. Modular
• Seam / Interlock Types
• Roof Pitch Requirements
Metals
• Steels
• Aluminum
• Copper
• Zinc
• Exotics
Coatings
• Natural Metals
• Paint Finishes
• Polyester, SMP, PVDF
• Aggregate Coatings
Preferred Typical Flashing Designs
• Valleys
• Walls
• Hips and Ridges
• Protrusions
Specifying for Energy Efficiency
• Colors and Coatings
• Thermal Breaks
• Ventilation
Solar and Metal Roofing
• Making a Roof Solar Ready
• Integrated Solar
Condensation
• What Causes Condensation
• How to Specify a Metal Roof System That Will Not Have Condensation Issues
• Underlayments and Vapor Barriers as Well as Ventilation
Typical Metal Roofing Guide Specification
Warranties
• Product
• Leakproof
• Installation Workmanship
Proper Installation
• Installer Requirements
• Project Management / Oversight
Todd Miller-Isaiah Industries, Inc.
